Parents and families now have a powerful tool to teach children about Black culture and history. Thrive Culture Box, an innovative subscription service created by two Los Angeles-based moms, Dr. Anndretta and Stacy Kirk, is designed to help children ages four and up explore Black culture through hands-on learning and community engagement. Subscribers receive a monthly activity box packed with physical tools, games, and online lessons, helping families connect with Black history in a meaningful way.
Key Highlights of Thrive Culture Box
- Focus on Black Inventors: The debut series introduces children to groundbreaking Black inventors, such as the creator of the modern traffic light and pioneers in medicine and technology. Kids explore history through interactive courses and games.
- Hands-On Learning: Dr. Anndretta emphasizes that the boxes go beyond digital content, offering materials to inspire creativity and active participation.
- Instructional Support: Each box comes with instructional videos and lessons to guide families in using the activities effectively.
- Accessible Education: Designed for families everywhere, the service ensures accessibility regardless of location, empowering parents to teach Black history at home.
Meet the Creators
- Dr. Anndretta: A tenured educator in Black Studies and Performance Studies at CSU East Bay, Dr. Anndretta has long been passionate about bringing Black history to young learners. Her previous initiative, Black Arts and Performance Summer Day Camp, remains a hit with families nationwide.
- Stacy Kirk: A tech entrepreneur and founder of QualityWorks, Stacy focuses on making education scalable and accessible. Her expertise in technology and diversity advocacy has helped bring Thrive Culture Box to life.
Why It Matters
Dr. Anndretta reflects on her students’ frequent question: “Why wasn’t I taught this sooner?” This inspired her to create tools for young learners to explore history and culture in ways that spark innovation and confidence. Thrive Culture Box offers a solution for parents eager to bridge that gap.
Stacy Kirk highlights the service’s accessibility, ensuring families everywhere can teach children about Black culture in an engaging way: “It’s about expanding the impact.”
How to Subscribe: Families can join the movement and explore Thrive Culture Box at ThriveCultureBox.com.
Empowering the next generation with knowledge and creativity, Thrive Culture Box is more than a subscription—it’s a step toward celebrating Black history together.
