48 m. ago World Book Day: Why more schools are asking pupils not to wear costumes of their favourite characters

A number of schools have scrapped children dressing up as their favourite book character this Thursday

Culture

7 h. ago World Book Day 2025: easy costume ideas, when is it – cheap characters outfits for boys and girls

You can still keep things affordable if you’re a parent feeling the pressure on World Book Day 😰

Politics

18 h. ago Parents ‘spending nearly £20 per child on costumes for World Book Day this year’

Families will spend £2 more on average per child on costumes for World Book Day than they did last year, a survey for Rakuten indicates.

Economics

51 h. ago Best unisex costume ideas for World Book Day: from hungry caterpillars to golden tickets

Do it for the plot

Politics

55 h. ago 33 easy World Book Day costume ideas you can pull together at the last minute

Get set for the big day with these simple DIY and homemade costumes and characters

Politics

5 d. ago World Book Day costumes like Harry Potter, Willy Wonka and Mary Poppins now have 30% off

If you've left it to the last minute to find a World Book Day costume, Sainsbury's TU has you covered with 30% off all its costumes - but you'll need to be quick before the offer ends

Politics

6 d. ago The latest Very discount codes to know about, including 15% off World Book Day costumes and books

From children’s toys to tech and fashion, we’ve got you covered with the latest Very voucher codes

Politics

6 d. ago The latest Very discount codes to know about, including 15% off World Book Day costumes

From children’s toys to tech and fashion, we’ve got you covered with the latest Very discount codes

Politics

6 d. ago When is World Book Day 2025? Date, £1 books, and fun ways to celebrate 30 years

Discover when World Book Day 2025 is happening and get inspired with creative costume ideas for the kids

Economics