Mr Mikelic On The Smart Child Summary

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Mr. Mikelic discussed his perception of Marcus. He indicated that the child is smart child who has learned to become good at negotiations. He has been teaching him how to earn money, he indicated that he gives the child “$6.00 for each workbook page he completes”, and he stated that if Marcus reads a book “he get $100.00”. Mr. Mikelic indicated that he will only get money for chores “ taking out the garbage and cleaning computer screens” he stated that the child

He stated that he perceived the child to be loving and caring. He is very inquisitive and outgoing. The father stated that Marcus is very interested in the way things work, he has a clear sense to what is right. He reported that the child is very strong willed and likes routines.

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