A Children's Python is a good pet choice for beginners due to its small size, calm temperament, and hardiness, though the name is misleading as it's named after the scientist John George Children, not for being for kids. These non-venomous, native Australian snakes grow to about 1 meter and require a warm, secure enclosure with a heat source, proper humidity, and a clean environment. Their diet consists of frozen or pre-killed small rodents and they should be handled carefully, as juveniles can be flighty and adults may bite defensively or to feed.