Thanksgiving began with the Pilgrims in 1621 as the country's original settlers gathered with their Indian friends to give thanks. We asked some Blacksburg Primary students Tuesday what they are grateful for this year at Thanksgiving.

AVERY ALEXANDER "I'm thankful for my family, cat, dog, police and firemen." SYLVIA BLANTON "I'm thankful for my family, dog and house." AMAYA CHILDERS "I'm thankful for Thanksgiving. I'm thankful for the bed I sleep in." KEVIN MARTIN "I'm thankful for electricity. It gives lights, heat and helps us stay warm." HANNAH PENNINGTON "I'm thankful for my family, school and the Army." ISAAC WESTMORELAND "I'm thankful to Jesus and God."