A bad photo. A mouthful of cheese. A very public problem.
Jamie's life changes with one click. A ridiculous photo of him
eating a cheese baguette is put on the school website, and suddenly
everyone is laughing.
At school.
At home.
Everywhere.
He is no longer just Jamie - he is Cheese Boy.
The joke spreads fast. People share it, print it and stick it
up for others to see. Jamie feels trapped.
His older brother, Simon, sees this as his chance to get rich,
dragging Jamie into plans that only make things worse.
Jamie tries to hide. He tries to fight back. He even tries to
join in the joke. But nothing works for long.
Then, as quickly as it started, the world moves on.
This funny and thoughtful story shows how viral fame can feel
huge - but does not last forever. A relatable read about friendship,
confidence, and knowing when it is time to switch off and be
yourself again.
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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Ben Davis studied English at University, which was quite easy because he was already fluent in that. Since then, he has written jokes for everything from radio shows to greeting cards and fulfilled a lifelong ambition by writing books for young adults. He now lives in Tamworth with his wife and his wimpy dog.
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