When you can't hide, shine.
Some days, you just want to disappear.
Henry feels that way. A lot.
Everyone at school knows him as 'Ketchup' thanks to his inconvenient
habit of blushing like a tomato.
He keeps his head down, stays out of sight, and hopes no-one notices.
At his grandad's home, things are different. He's seen. He's
heard. He can just be Henry.
But when a charity gig needs last-minute performers, Henry's pushed
into the spotlight. Is it time to finally show the world who
he really is?
Every story starts with an open book.
'Open book is designed not just to help children get
through a book - it's to help them feel success and most importantly,
to feel the joy of being a reader' Dr Sarah Moseley
Developed to be accessible, the books in this series are especially
supportive for children with diverse needs, including autism,
ADHD, speech and language challenges (SLCN), dyspraxia and more.
Simple images at the start of each chapter make unfamiliar words
clear, helping readers build confidence and enjoy reading independently
with understanding.
Supportive layouts with short chapters and predictable structure.
Carefully crafted to balance readability with rich, compelling
storytelling, helping more children experience the joy and confidence
of independent reading.
High interest but age-appropriate to ensure engagement and challenge.
Off-white paper for reduced visual load.
Dyslexia-friendly fonts and spacing.
Dr Sarah Moseley is an Educational Adviser, author, researcher,
and keynote speaker specialising in literacy, SEND, neurodiversity,
and inclusive practice. With over 25 years of experience across
mainstream, specialist, and alternative education, she supports
schools, trusts, and organisations to create ambitious, accessible
learning environments that remove barriers, raise aspirations,
and enable every learner to thrive. Combining research, leadership,
and classroom expertise, Sarah bridges theory and practice
to deliver practical, evidence-informed approaches that improve participation,
achievement, and outcomes for all learners.
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with diverse needs.
This series brings together engaging, character-led stories with
thoughtful, inclusive design to support a wide range of readers.
Why not check out other titles in Scholastic's Open Book
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Lisa Thompson Biography
Lisa Thompson worked as a Radio Broadcast Assistant first at the BBC and then for an independent production company making plays and comedy programmes. During this time she got to make tea for lots of famous people. She grew up in Essex and now lives in Suffolk with her family. Her debut, THE GOLDFISH BOY, was a Waterstones Ch
