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Why do we have rules and laws in our communities????

What is the definition of "law"

Let's play...True or False

Do laws and rules play an important role in our Wheeler Elementary School community???

law

noun

1.

the principles and regulations established in a community by some authority and applicable to its people, whether in the form of legislation or of custom and policies recognized and enforced by judicial decision.

2.

any written or positive rule or collection of rules prescribed under the authority of the state or nation, as by the people in its constitution. Compare bylaw, statute law.

3.

the controlling influence of such rules; the condition of society brought about by their observance: maintaining law and order.

4.

a system or collection of such rules.

= A REAL law

Let's look at the 4 main areas in our community where rules are important....

Arizona

It is unlawful to refuse a person a glass of water

= FICTIONAL Law

During the summer, the temperature can get as high as 120 degrees.People need water but some do not have the money to pay for it. Businesses face huge fines if they deny a person's request for a glass of water

OUR CAFETERIA

OUR CLASSROOM

Why do we have laws in our communities???

List the rules that you follow in your classroom and share why these rules are important

Do you feel that most students are following the cafeteria rules everyday?? What 3 rules do you think are the most important and why?

Our Recess Area

This law is common in just about every state however the wording is rather uncommon

Walkways and Wait Areas

What do laws do to help our communities?

Our school community

What rules apply to recess? Why should we follow them?

Norco, CA

All persons wishing to keep a rhinoceros as a pet must obtain a $500 license first.

Belvedere, California

No dog shall be in a public place without its master on a leash

Are our walkways and wait areas safe?? Which rules are in place to ensure safety??

Norco residents are known to own many bizarre animals. These animals will often escape captivity and run through town. To put a curb to this activity, an application process and $100 license is required.

Our home community

HUMMMMMM......

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