When you can't hide, shine.
At school, Henry has a nickname he didn't ask for - Ketchup.
It started because he turns bright red sometimes.
Okay, a lot of times.
And once people noticed, they didn't stop.
These days, keeping quiet feels like the safest plan. No talking.
No attention. No chances to blush and mess things up.
But Orchard Care Home, where Henry's granddad lives, is different.
There, Henry feels relaxed and happy - brave enough to practise
the thing he loves most: magic.
When the school plans a fundraiser to raise money for a garden
at the care home, Henry's friend Evie has an idea that instantly
fills him with dread. What if Henry performed?
What starts as a frightening idea becomes the moment Henry proves
he's more than a nickname.
Books without barriers
Created with educational consultant and SEND expert, Dr Sarah
Moseley.
Developed with accessibility in mind, the books in this series
are especially supportive for children with diverse needs, including
autism, ADHD, speech and language challenges (SLCN), dyspraxia
and more.
Unlock understanding - our stories use simple images at the start
of each chapter to make unfamiliar words clear, helping readers
build confidence and enjoy reading independently.
Each story in the series is carefully crafted to balance readability
with rich, compelling storytelling, helping more children
experience the joy and confidence of independent reading.
Every title in the series stands alone, with its own distinct
story and eye-catching cover, designed to feel just like any other
fantastic book on the shelf - because every reader deserves stories
they can truly enjoy.
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 10 to 13 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
series!
This is Book 4 in the Open Book Series. See all Open Book books here.
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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
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
