The rule in the classroom is to check with the teacher before bringing living creatures to school.

Colin looked up from his work as I was passing by. Oh, by the way, can I bring my snake to school tomorrow for sharing?

Sure, I said without much thought.

A few minutes later, Colin came over to me. Um, my mom said that I had to tell you that its a boa constrictor.

Ok, I responded and got back to my lesson at hand.

A few minutes later I felt a tap on my shoulder. My mom says that I have to tell you that it is eight feet long.

Now I got the picture. Thank goodness for moms. You can bring your boa constrictor on one condition. Make sure its been well fed!