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Thomas Docherty

Thomas Docherty is an acclaimed author and illustrator of children’s picture books including Little Boat, Big Scary Monster, and the Driftwood Ball. The Snatchabook, which was written by his wife Helen, has been shortlisted for several awards in the UK and US and been translated into 17 languages.

Books by Thomas Docherty

Bombs and Blackberries

Polly and the Puffin


Related Resources

Bombs and Blackberries – Teaching Resources

Topic: Art, English, Geography, History, Non-Fiction, PSHE & Citizenship

Age Range: 3-6, 7-11

Related Book: Bombs and Blackberries

Book Creator: Julia Donaldson

Bombs and Blackberries is a beautifully illustrated short play set in World War Two, written by Julia Donaldson, author of the modern classic The Gruffalo, and illustrated by Thomas Docherty.

These resources are an engaging way to teach key topics, including World War Two, and work well for class reading and performances.

Topics covered: Design & Technology | Geography | History | Art & Design | Plays | Drama | Creative writing | Music | PSHE | PE | Languages

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