A Juneteenth Story with the Bronto Brothers
Today, June 19, is a very special day: Juneteenth! It’s a day that celebrates a big word with an even bigger meaning: emancipated.
🧐 Wait… What Does “Emancipated” Mean?
Let’s break it down dino-style.
Emancipated means to be set free, not owned or controlled by someone else anymore.
A long time ago in America, there were people, especially African Americans, who were enslaved. That means they were forced to work hard without being paid and couldn’t leave or make their own choices. It was very unfair and very wrong.
But then something amazing happened. In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, a law to free enslaved people. But not everyone heard the news right away.
🚨 Enter Juneteenth!
On June 19, 1865, people in Galveston, Texas, finally got the news:
“You are FREE. You are EMANCIPATED!”
Imagine how it felt! Hearts racing, tears flowing, people dancing in the streets. That moment was so decisive that every year since, people have celebrated Juneteenth as the day when freedom reached every corner.
It became a holiday in Texas in 1980 and is now celebrated nationwide… and beyond!
🎉 How Do We Celebrate?
People honor Juneteenth with:
- Music and parades
- Tasty food and family cookouts
- Learning about history and heroes
- Wearing red, black, green, and gold
- Flying the Juneteenth flag, with its bright star and burst of hope
“Free to Roar”
🎵 “Roar it loud, stand up tall,
Freedom’s here for one and all!” 🎵
🦖 Did Dinosaurs Have Slaves?
No way, dino-day! Dinosaurs didn’t live with people at all. But if they had, the Bronto Brothers would’ve stood up and said:
“All dinos—and people—deserve to be FREE!”
💬 Why Juneteenth Matters
Juneteenth reminds us that freedom isn’t just a story from the past. It’s something we protect, celebrate, and share every day.
So today, take a moment to smile, learn, and maybe even dance a little! Because freedom is something to be proud of, and every kid should know what it means to be emancipated.
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Douglas Bayliss is an author and creator of The Bronto Brothers, a dinosaur band that brings music, fun, and learning to kids everywhere. When he's not writing roarsome adventures, Doug enjoys singing and song writing.
