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As we gear up to celebrate your kids' favourite stories on World Book Day, browse our mega list of book-inspired costume ideas, from old classics to new faves. The tabard looks just like a Willy Wonka candy bar from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - a much loved classic from Roald Dahl - and always a popular choice for World Book Day.
From Matilda and The BFG to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, here are 26 easy costume ideas for your kids – ideal for World Book Day and they'll come in handy if your school's doing Roald Dahl Day, too! View gallery Get the face paints out. Book characters can easily come to life with cute painted faces. Think The Tiger Who Came to Tea or the Cheshire Cat.Gangsta Granny is a particularly fun costume for World Book Day that both boys and girls enjoy wearing. If you’re looking for a Gangsta Granny Costume for your child, there are several places you can buy one. Here are a few options: TU Clothing at Sainsbury’s: Make a simple mask. Paper plates are great for making simple masks. You can turn your child into pretty much any World Book Day character they fancy with a little crafting.
We recommend anyone in Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Shetlands, Scottish Highlands/off the coast of Scotland, Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man, and Channel Islands use Priority Delivery unless you require an urgent timed delivery through UPS courier which is at an additional cost. Please see below for postage prices. Both costumes feature the well-known blue overalls with either red (Mario) or green (Luigi) top and hat - please note the moustache is not included. You won't have to go to Infinity or beyond to make your kid a great Buzz Lightyear costume this World Book Day, you just need this easy-to-follow guide! Top tips for making World Book Day costumesDisney characters can have some simple and easy-to-copy outfits, and most of them are based on books.