My Totally Epic Disaster Week (Dyslexia-friendly)

One week. No hiding. Face it all. Facing the spotlight is hard. Listening to the voices in yourhead is harder. Thomas knows one thing for sure: he's never going on stage again. After one unforgettable disaster under the lights, he promisedhimself never again. So when summer arrives and he's forced to choosea holiday club, being stuck at a local drama group insteadof cycling with his best friend, Liam, is the last thing he wants. But this isn't just any week, it's shaping up to be a totallyepic disaster.  Being back in a drama club brings the worries rushing in. Thepressure to be perfect. The fear that all eyes are on him. Then thingsstart to unravel and a falling-out with Liam leaves Thomasfeeling more alone than ever. And yet, somewhere between warm-ups, laughs and new friends, Thomasfeels it again - the spark he thought he'd lost. With the final performance fast approaching, and everything threateningto fall apart, Thomas must decide whether to keep hiding...or step into the spotlight, imperfections, disasters and all.  Books without barriers Created with educational consultant and SEND expert, Dr SarahMoseley.Developed with accessibility in mind, the books in this seriesare especially supportive for children with diverse needs, includingautism, ADHD, speech and language challenges (SLCN), dyspraxiaand more.Unlock understanding - our stories use simple images at the startof each chapter to make unfamiliar words clear, helping readersbuild confidence and enjoy reading independently.Each story in the series is carefully crafted to balance readabilitywith rich, compelling storytelling, helping more childrenexperience the joy and confidence of independent reading.Every title in the series stands alone, with its own distinctstory and eye-catching cover, designed to feel just like any otherfantastic book on the shelf - because every reader deserves storiesthey 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 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 10 to 13 with diverseneeds.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!