Publisher's Synopsis
The 2nd Edition S.O.T. Storybooks were designed for venues such as libraries where writing in books; as in my regular storybooks (which include various activities that require writing or cutting), must not be encouraged. Therefore, only the story and the secret coded message have been included in the 2nd edition versions. You can copy the secret coded worksheet to decode the message, if the 2nd edition storybook doesn't belong to you.This story has been presented in 'limerick style poetry' to lighten the seriousness of the topic for a child. Because of Xavier's destructive behavior, he is placed in various state institutions. Xavier meets a person while incarcerated that offers him hope and a different way of thinking. His inner spiritual change eventually points him in a new direction. Now with new hope, he has a chance to begin a new, more productive lifestyle outside of lock-up. an additional poem has been inserted at the end of the main poem; written by my daughter, Tamara Mason, to honor her many contributions in supporting me with this project. This story can be read by children ages ten and above, but can be enjoyed by children much younger.
