One week. No hiding. Face it all.
Thomas is never going onstage again. Ever. Not after that disaster.
Except... this week has other ideas.
What starts as a bad day quickly turns into a complete catastrophe.
Awkward games, embarrassing mistakes and moments of full‑on
panic pile up one after another.
Friendships are tested, nerves are stretched to breaking point,
and every attempt to fix things somehow makes everything worse.
Can Thomas survive the most chaotic week of his life?
Yep. This isn't just a mess. It's Thomas's most epic fail yet.
Because sometimes your worst week ever becomes the start of your
best story.
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
series!
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The second book in this popular series celebrating friendship, magic and fighting for what you believe in.
This is Book 3 in the Open Book Series. See all Open Book books here.
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Ian is 35 years old and is the director of The Reading Realm. He is also a content creator and resource writer for various educational organisations, including The Literacy Shed and Authorfy. Ian has taught in primary schools for 13 years and during this time has been a member of the senior management team, a phase leader, and literacy co-ordinator. Ian has
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