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‑onpanic 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 yourbest story. Every story starts with an open book.'Open book is designed not just to help children getthrough 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 especiallysupportive 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 wordsclear, helping readers build confidence and enjoy reading independentlywith understanding.Supportive layouts with short chapters and predictable structure.Carefully crafted to balance readability with rich, compellingstorytelling, helping more children experience the joy and confidenceof 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 acrossmainstream, specialist, and alternative education, she supportsschools, trusts, and organisations to create ambitious, accessiblelearning environments that remove barriers, raise aspirations,and enable every learner to thrive. Combining research, leadership,and classroom expertise, Sarah bridges theory and practiceto 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 withthoughtful, inclusive design to support a wide range of readers.Why not check out other titles in Scholastic's Open Bookseries!
