What are you thankful for?
Area third graders are sharing the things they are thankful for this Thanksgiving.
Lori Lancaster's Third Grade Class - Oak Mountain Elementary School
Drowdy Hackbarth:
"I’m mostly thankful for my family because they are most kindest people I’ve ever met in my whole life. They love me no matter what, even when I’m going through hard problems, like when I can’t figure out math problems. My two brothers are nice, funny, and really fun. I can just keep going on and on about them. My parents give me food, love, and a roof over my head. My two cats and my one dog will not bite, scratch, or be mean to me. They will lick me, let me pet them and they will love on me. That is why I am thankful for my family."
Ethan Vines:
"My name is Ethan and I am thankful for my family, God, Jesus, my house, my friends, my teacher, my school, my car, trees, my bed, water, and food. I am thankful for my family because they care about me, and they are nice to me. I am thankful for God because he always answers my prayers. I am thankful for Jesus because he died on the cross for me. I am thankful for my house because I know that if I didn’t have a house I wouldn’t have anywhere to live. I am thankful for my friends because they stand up for me, and they are nice to me. I am thankful for my teacher because she is nice to me and teaches me new things. I am thankful for my school because I know if there wasn’t a school I wouldn’t be as sharp as a toothpick like I am now. I am thankful for my car because it helps me get to places faster. I am thankful for trees because they give us oxygen so that we can breathe. I am thankful for my bed because I know that if I didn’t have a bed, I would have to sleep on the floor. I am thankful for food and water because they help me stay alive. I am so thankful for all of these things!"
Ella Pierce:
"Hi, I am Ella and the thing that I am thankful for is my loving family. When I am sad, they cheer me up and make me laugh. When I feel left out, my brothers, Mitchell and Jacob, come and play with me. It takes so much to take care of a family and my parents work so hard to earn money, buy groceries, cook, and wash clothes. Sometimes it’s my favorite food they cook that reminds me that I am loved. Other times it’s a family game of kickball that reminds me that this is my team. When times are hard for us, my parents, brothers, and I get through it together. Even when I am not looking, they always have my back. That’s what families are all about!"
Lauren Cole:
"My name is Lauren and I am thankful for freedom. I am thankful for freedom because I don’t want orders all of the time. Who does? I am glad that so many people fight for freedom for our country and nation. Just think of the many people who fight in the Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Marines. It isn’t a piece of cake for them. That’s why I am so thankful for freedom. There are so many things I am thankful for! Some of the things I am thankful for are my mom, Jesus, and school. These things are important to me because I love them!"
Beth Ansley's Third Grade Class - Mt Laurel Elementary School
Jackson Bradley:
"God has given me so many things to be thankful for. I am thankful for so many things. My family, sports, and friends are very important to me. I am thankful for my family because when I play sports they are cheering me on. I’m grateful for my mom because she makes food for me and supports me in sports. I am grateful for my dad because he supports me in sports and always wants to throw with me. I’m also thankful for my brother and sister because they are nice to me. I’m also thankful for sports. Without sports, my life would be boring. If there were no sports there would be no competition. I wouldn’t be as healthy as I am if it wasn’t for sports. Another thing I’m thankful for is my friends. My friends are nice to me. For example, my friend Kevin pats me on the back after I hit a homerun. I’m glad I have friends because if I didn’t have friends then I would have no one to play with. I’m glad I am who I am! I would not want to be anyone else. I’m thankful for a lot of things!"
Loren Jackson:
"I have so many things to be thankful for. Some things I am thankful for are my dog, my family, and my friends. These are all the things I am most thankful for! First, I am thankful for my family. I am thankful for my family because they take care of me. When I feel sad, they’ll always be there for me. Even when I say something, they listen. Next, I am even thankful for my dog because he never bites. He is always nice to me. My dog never gives up. When we call his name, he always comes to us. Last, I am thankful for my friends because they always stick up for me. They are excellent. They are very smart. My friends are like family to me. These are all the fun things I am thankful for!"
Mia Eiler:
"God has given me so many things to be thankful for. These things are the most important to me. Some of the things I am thankful for are my friends, family, and school. I am so thankful for my friends because they keep me company. They also are so fun and they love Jesus. I always treat them the way I want to be treated. Another thing I am thankful for is my family. My family is very important to me because my parents wash my clothes, drive me to places, and cook my meals. I love my brother because he is very kind and humble. Plus, he does me favors and he loves me too! The last thing I am thankful for is my school. I am so thankful that I get to go to school. I am also thankful for my teacher because she teaches me something new every day. These are some of the most important things in my life and I am so thankful!"
Ava Scorggins:
"There are so many things I am thankful for! Some of the things I am thankful for are my mom, Jesus, and school. These things are important to me because I love them! I am thankful for my mom because she buys me clothes so I will be warm. I am also thankful for her because she cooks me food, and she loves me. Also, my mom helps me have a healthy life. I am so thankful for Jesus because he died on the cross for our sins. Whenever I am scared or sad, Jesus helps me with everything. Jesus always and will forever take care of me! I am thankful for school because if you didn’t have school, nobody would know anything that I know now. Also, the things that we learn help us so we will be smart when we grow up. It also gives us a very good education. These things are the most important things in my life and I will always love them!"