Open Book: The Mega Cheese Meltdown (Dyslexia-friendly) Save 20% on Open Book by Ben Davis (author)

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.

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