Q: Do you know about the pilgrims?

A: “Uh-huh. The school bus became a boat, and the school bus became a house. They had a lot of food.” — Isaac Bellemore, 3, of Lewiston. ((Isaac’s teacher explained that the class had just read “The Magic School Bus,” in which a school bus went back in time and became a boat like the Mayflower.)

Q: What can you tell me about the pilgrims?

A: “They have a black hat with a silver buckle on the hat. They have the same clothes that matches their hat. And they have a big feast.” — Emily Cole, 6, of Lewiston

Q: What are you thankful for?

A: “I’m thankful for having a nice mom and getting an education.” — Montello Elementary student Davion Jackson, 10

Q: Can you tell me some things you’re thankful for?

A: “My mom, my dad, my brother, my guinea pig, Buddy.” — Abigail Derosier, 5

Q: Tell me about the Pilgrims.

A: “It was cold. The snow was coming down. Brrrr.” (Q: What did the Pilgrims do?) “They swim.” (Q: Did they eat turkey on the first Thanksgiving?) “No, penguins don’t eat turkey.” — James Wagg, 4

Q: Can you tell me about the first Thanksgiving?

A: “Ever since the pilgrims came to our world, they met Indians. They had a big feast. They were nice. They wanted to celebrate Thanksgiving.” — Austin Pratt, 10