Book 2, Question 105
Why Do We Have Rules?
Imagine a game where everybody makes up their own rules. It would be chaos! Groups make rules, so people can share space and stay safe.
From the book
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More fun facts
- Rules help keep us safe, make sure everyone is treated fairly and protect people's rights.
- Rights are the freedoms that belong to everyone.
- Laws are rules for a whole country. In the UK, they are voted on and made in Parliament.
- Everyone is equal before the law and has the right to be protected by it.
- Thousands of years ago, people in ancient Sumer used their writing, called cuneiform, to record laws.
- In schools, rules are there to keep students calm, safe and ready to learn.
- Responsibilities are shared duties we carry out as members of a community, like following rules.
Questions kids ask
What if a rule feels hard to follow?
Talk to a teacher or another trusted grown-up. They can offer support and sometimes make changes to help you.