Kids' little instructions on life

Never trust a dog to watch your food.

Patrick, age 10

When your dad is mad and asks you, "Do I look stupid?", don't answer him.

Heather, 16

Never tell your mom her diet's not working.

Michael, 14

Don't pull dad's finger when he tells you to.

Emily, 10

When your mom is mad at your dad, don't let her brush your hair.

Taylia,11

Never allow your three-year old brother in the same room as your school assignment.

Traci, 14

Don't sneeze in front of your mom when you're eating crackers.

Mitchell,12

Puppies still have bad breath even after eating a tic tac.

Andrew, 9

Never hold a dust buster and a cat at the same time.

Kyoyo, 9

You can't hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk.

Armir, 9

Don't wear polka-dot underwear under white shorts.

Kellie, 11

If you want a kitten, start out by asking for a horse.

Naomi, 15

Felt markers are not good to use as lipstick.

Lauren, 9

Don't pick on your sister when she's holding a baseball bat.

Joel, 10

Never try to baptize a cat.

Eileen, 8

Never smart off to a teacher whose eyes and ears are twitching.

Andrew, Age 9

Wear a hat when feeding seagulls.

Rocky, age 9

Sleep in your clothes so you'll be dressed in the morning.

Stephanie, age 8

Don't flush the john when your dad's in the shower.

Lamar, age 10

Never ask for anything that costs more than $5 when your parents are doing taxes.

Carrol, age 9

Never bug a pregnant mom.

Nicholas, age 11

Don't ever be too full for dessert.

Kelly, age 10

When you get a bad grade in school, show it to your mom when she's on the phone.

Alyesha, age 13

Never spit when on a roller coaster.

Scott, age 11

Never do pranks at a police station.

Sam, age 10

Beware of cafeteria food when it looks like it's moving.

Rob, age 10

Never tell your little brother that you're not going to do what your mom told you to do.

Hank, age 12

Remember you're never too old to hold your father's hand.

Molly, age 11

Listen to your brain. It has lots of information.

Chelsey, age 7

Stay away from prunes.

Randy, age 9

Never dare your little brother to paint the family car.

Phillip, age 13

Forget the cake, go for the icing.

Cynthia, age 8

Remember the two places you are always welcome - church and Grandma's house.

Joanne, age 11

When you want something expensive, ask your grandparents.

Matthew, age 12