Asked by their teacher to think about the things and people for which they are thankful, the first graders of the Robin Hill School take turns sharing their feelings, challenging young Reza to think of something original.
Future scientist Kimmy eagerly shares information about dinosaurs during a school field trip until classmate Jake tells her "girls aren't scientists," but Mr. Tiffin sets her straight.
As they celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the kids in Mrs. Connor's class share their hopes and dreams and imagine how to make the world a better place to honor the important holiday.
When Emma learns that her class picture will be taken while she must wear an eye patch, she is sad because she will look different from the other first-graders.