Out of the Mouths of Babes

During a discussion about cultural morals and notions of "good" and "evil", I decided to have my students create their own 10 Commandments. These commandments were to reflect their personal ideas about "right", "wrong", and what every person should do to live a well-balanced and happy life. This is what they came up with:

1. Try very hard not to kill anyone.

2.Keep the weekend holy by staying fantastic!

3. Respect the ideas of others.

4. Say good things about people, even when you don't really like them.

5. Do not lie, except about homework.

6. Remember that you are a beautiful person.

7. Do not commit suicide, it is bad for health.

8. Always back-up your computer!

9. Do not smoke...ever.

10. Eat well, play well, poo well.