John Dougherty, author portrait
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John Dougherty

John Dougherty was born in Larne, Northern Ireland, and not many years later they made him go to school--an experience he didn't find entirely enjoyable. Fortunately, the joys of reading helped him through the difficult times. It's therefore not completely surprising that when he grew up he became first a teacher (the nice sort), and then a writer of stories and poetry to make children giggle. He also writes songs, some of which her performs with First Draft, a band made up of three children's authors and a bookseller. He now lives in England with his two wonderful children, the original Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face.
Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Pizza of Peril
Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Quest for the Magic Porcupine
Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Badness of Badgers

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Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Pizza of Peril
Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Quest for the Magic Porcupine
Stinkbomb and Ketchup-Face and the Badness of Badgers

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TITLES Explore these

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