Discovering the Stonewall Riots and Pride

This week, we explored an important part of history: the Stonewall Riots and the origins of Pride. It all started in June 1969 in New York City, when LGBTQ+ people stood up for their rights after years of unfair treatment. The Stonewall Inn, a small bar, became the centre of a movement that changed the world. People protested for equality and respect, and their bravery sparked the modern Pride celebrations we see today.

We learned that Pride is not just about colourful parades—it’s about remembering those who fought for freedom and celebrating diversity. Pride reminds us that everyone should be treated equally, no matter who they are or who they love.

After our research, we wrote non-chronological reports to share what we discovered. We included sections like:

• What were the Stonewall Riots?
• Why are they important?
• What is Pride today?

It was amazing to see how much history can teach us about fairness and standing up for what’s right.