Black history is more than a moment—it’s a global story of excellence, culture, and impact.
New to Explore Black History? Start here:
Educate. Empower. Transform.
Explore Black History exists to help children experience Black history in its fullness—not as a single month or a story of struggle alone, but as a rich, global narrative of creativity, excellence, resilience, and impact.
Through engaging, arts-integrated, and strengths-based learning, we equip families and educators with meaningful ways to teach Black history so that children don’t just learn it—they understand it, connect to it, and are shaped by it.
Inside Explore Black History, you’ll find:
● Interactive learning experiences and classes
● A storytelling podcast that brings history to life
● Hands-on activity kits and educational resources
● Tools for parents and professional development for educators
Every resource is designed to support one goal: helping children develop knowledge, confidence, and pride in the legacy they carry.
Explore Black History on the Go
Bring Black History to Life—One Story at a Time
The Explore Black History on the Go podcast introduces children to Black history through engaging, story-based episodes designed to spark curiosity, build knowledge, and deepen understanding.
Each episode is crafted to make history accessible, meaningful, and memorable—so children don’t just hear history, they connect to it.
✨ What Children Will Experience:
● Stories that center excellence, ingenuity, and impact
● History told in a way children can understand and enjoy
● Connections from Africa to the African Diaspora
● Moments that build identity, confidence, and curiosity
Why Families Love It
Whether you’re listening in the car, during quiet time, or as part of your homeschool or enrichment routine, the podcast makes it easy to consistently introduce meaningful Black history into your child’s day.
It’s a simple, powerful way to ensure that learning continues—beyond the classroom and beyond a single month.
Why Explore Black History Matters
There is a better way to teach Black history—and our children deserve it. For decades, Black history has often been taught in limited and incomplete ways. In my 20+ years in education, I’ve seen three consistent gaps:
The story often begins with struggle
Many students are first introduced to Black history through slavery and civil rights—without fully understanding the ingenuity, leadership, and global presence of Black people before and beyond those moments.
It is confined to a single month
Black history is too often reduced to February, focusing on a small set of figures instead of the vast contributions that have shaped the world.
Africa and the Diaspora are overlooked
Africa is a diverse continent of over 50 countries, cultures, and histories—yet this richness is rarely taught. The global African Diaspora and its influence are also often missing from the narrative
We exist to change that.
From Africa to the African Diaspora
We provide resources that help children:
● Understand the depth, beauty, and diversity of African cultures
● Explore the global impact of the African Diaspora
● Learn history in a way that is both accurate and empowering
Our approach creates a learning experience where:
● Black children see themselves reflected in excellence, innovation, and legacy.
● All children gain a deeper, more complete understanding of history.
● Families and educators are equipped with meaningful, developmentally appropriate tools.
Meet the Educator Behind Explore Black History
Dr. Shannon Stanton Agbotse is an educator, curriculum developer, and Professor Emerita of Teacher Education with over 25 years of experience. She is the founder of Explore Black History and Lift Up Publishing, where she creates engaging, strengths-based resources that help children connect to Black history in meaningful and empowering ways.
After years in education, she recognized that many children were not learning the full story of Black history—and set out to change that. Her work now helps families and educators teach history from Africa to the African Diaspora in ways that build both knowledge and confidence.