Well, of couse I said no, so they went about doing their lab. In about 10 minutes, they came up with a new idea. They decided I could be in the picture with them. I was extremely flattered that they wanted me to be in their picture. Of course I agreed.
Some students are sweet only to manipulate and get what they want.
I agree that most kids are genuinely good, and I enjoy interacting with them. 1999 Watch Out. I had this student at the start of student teaching that was very intimidating. Finally, after trying for about three weeks, she just turned around. It is literally a miracle.