Everything has basically been covered, but I just had to say something I would say to my own kids. Of course it is your, and your parents' business, but I would definitely be careful when posting ages on any public forum or social media platform. Just a tip, you never know who is on the internet and I immediately noticed it on your thread title. Anyway, good luck with your BP, it's always nice to see kids interested in animals, especially the less traditional kinds.I got my first ball python, though not my first snake, recently and I keep him in a 10 gal (he's a baby), with two heat bulbs and a UTH. I use a coconut mulch substrate and a humidifier and have several hides/fake plants for him to climb in. Make sure to invest in a good humidity gauge and thermostat. Once again, good luck!