The Harder They Fall (Dyslexia-Friendly)
Cal and his family live differently to most. They have no WiFi at home, just an ancient black-and-white TV. Cal’s school, however, is more typical, complete with chancers and bullies ready to pick on anyone who’s different. Jacob, the new kid, becomes the latest target. Jacob and his family are struggling financially but Jacob doesn’t want anyone to know about it. So when Cal, who volunteers with his mum at the food bank sees Jacob there receiving food and decides he wants to help, Jacob wants nothing to do with him.
Particularly suitable for readers aged 13+ with a reading age of 8.