World Book Day is one of those days that can feel either adorably wholesome or slightly panic-inducing with the pressure of costume decisions and finding the right character. The good news is, you don’t need to sew anything, spend loads of money, or overthink it. A favourite story, a simple outfit, and a little reading is more than enough.
Here are some easy, toddler-to-primary-friendly ideas for celebrating World Book Day, plus a link to our books and prints collection if you fancy adding a new story to your shelf.
4 easy World Book Day costume ideas (books available at Edith & Blanche!)
1) Julian Is A Mermaid
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Bright top/shorts or leggings
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Make a simple “tail” from a scarf or a piece of fabric tucked into leggings
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Add a paper crown or shell necklace (card + string)
2) Baby Unicorn (Baby Unicorn finger puppet board book)
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White/pastel outfit
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Paper horn headband + a bit of glittery tape (optional)
Shop Mimi & Lula Here
3) Baby Dragon (Baby Dragon)
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Red outfit or hoodie
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Paper spikes down the back (taped to a cardigan)
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Little wings cut from card
Shop Frugi Here
4) In My Heart: A Book of Feelings
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Any outfit
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Big paper heart badge on the front
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Add a word on the heart: “happy”, “brave”, “calm”, “silly” etc.
Shop Frugi Here
5) The Sea Below My Toes
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A blue outfit with lighter or darker patterns
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A sea creature plushie or figurine
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Make fins from paper and attach onto the back
Buy Book Here
6) Wild (PB)
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Pop on a yellow dress or top with leggings
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Style (or don't) the hair slightly unruly and you're done
Buy Book Here
7) Story Orchestra: The Planets Sound Book
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Use a star themed outfit to match the PJ’s the characters wear to keep it comfy.
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Find a white or light grey base outfit, cut strips of silver tape or foil to make panels, zips, stripes for the astronaut suit.
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Match up with white gloves and a stick on NASA symbol.
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For the helmet, use a clear plastic bowl as a visor and secure with a headband or hat underneath. To make one out of cardboard, cut a helmet shape from a box, paint it up and add a “window” with foil or cling film.
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For the oxygen tank, pop two plastic bottles or kitchen roll tubes together, paint white and secure with string or ribbon - like backpack straps.
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For the boots, any shoes can be worn! Just cover them up with tape or foil boot covers.
Buy Book Here
5 Simple ways to celebrate World Book Day (no pressure)
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Make a “book picnic” by grabbing a blanket, getting some yummy snacks or foods, and lastly a pile of books. Read on the floor, under the table or in a cozy den.
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Create a reading nook for the week and let your child choose the featured book for the day.
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Do a character voice challenge; pick a story and read it with silly voices - easy for everyone to join in and certain to cause loads of laughter and giggles.
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Swap books between friends for an easy way to refresh the home library and try new genres and stories.
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Let the toddler or young child lead the reading session; whether it's making a new story based on the pictures or by changing the ending, it's a guaranteed good way to encourage love for reading and confidence.
Browse our books Here
A gentle reminder (especially for parents)
If costumes feel like a lot this year, you’re not failing. World Book Day is really about the story, those little moments of connection when you sit down together and read.
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