Learning doesn't start at kindergarten, it begins at birth. That is why thread is committed to improve the availability, affordability and accessibility of child care for Alaska's families. thread is Alaska's statewide Child Care Resource and Referral network, with hub offices in Anchorage, Juneau and Fairbanks. thread's mission is to advance the quality of early education and child development by empowering parents, educating child care professionals and collaborating with our communities.