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Last-Minute World Book Day Costume Ideas Inspired by Graffeg Books

  • Struggling with last-minute World Book Day costumes? Don’t panic! With a dash of creativity and some household items, you can turn your favourite Graffeg books into instant outfits that are fun, quirky, and totally memorable. Better yet, you can order all of these books on our online shop.


    From tortoises to dragons, here’s how to dress up your little readers in style.
  • Three book covers of 'The Academy of Barmy Composers' series: Classical, Baroque, and Romantic, by Mark Llewelyn Evans and Karl Davies.

  • ABC of Opera Composers

    The ABC of Opera early reader books offers a brilliant costume opportunity with a musical twist and we have a brand new book in the series which follows the adventures of Jack and Megan as they're sent on a quest to save the legendary Romantic composer, Wagner, from the Ring of Fire in Valhalla. 

    Grab a crazy wig and a paper plate to fashion a neck ruff. Add a striped or colourful outfit. Kids can parade their musical knowledge while rocking a look that’s totally unexpected.


    This year The Reading Agency Challenge is all about 'Reading to the Beat' and they're partnerning with Universal Music Group artists.
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  • Albert the Tortoise

    Each book contains fascinating facts about real-life tortoises around the world, including the author’s pet tortoise, Albert, who inspired this story – a modern-day mini-dinosaur living life on the veg!

    Albert the Tortoise is perfect for a low-effort, high-impact costume. All you need is a backpack, some colourful paper, and a bit of imagination.

    Simply pin or tape paper to the backpack to create a tortoise shell, slip the backpack on, and practice walking ... very ... slowly...
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  • Ceri and Deri

    Ceri and Deri, written and illustrated by Max Low, are perfect for World Book Day.

    These light-hearted books are about kindness and friendship and probably one of Graffeg's most colourful Children's book series.

    Find something neon or brightly coloured and use face paint for a cute black nose and whiskers.

    Ceri and Deri head off on all sorts of adventures, so there’s lots of fun potential when it comes to props. If you have a skateboard, a clock or even a cake to hand, they can all help bring the costume to life (just try to keep the cake intact until after the school run).
View all books in the Ceri & Deri series
  • Community. Football. A team sport. readers aged 8-11. recognize racism in its subtlety often forms and challenging them. Association by Race Council Cymru and Showing the Red Card to Racism. varied curriculum. an educational book that gently tackles the issue of racism. research on inclusivity in children's education about racism and diversity. Informational and helpful on having good values and beliefs. Arts Council for Wales's Cynefin project. Discrimination in sports. Prejudice in sports. Friendship.

  • Zac and Jac

    Got football fans at home? Zac and Jac are a perfect fit.

    This Middle-Grade book has been included in this years Read for Empathy list and has been endorsed by Show Racism the Red Card because, let's face it, it's cool to be kind.


    Pop on a football kit and carry a football, and your child is instantly ready to kick off World Book Day.

    Simple, sporty, and a hit with friends who love a sporty twist on book characters.
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  • Book cover of 'Mouse & Mole: Odd Socks' with colorful illustration of a mouse and mole dancing.

  • Mouse and Mole

    Odd Socks is our newest addition to the much loved Mouse and Mole series, written by Joyce Dunbar and illustrated by James Mayhew and for fans of Mouse and Mole, odd socks are the secret weapon.


    Pin or attach colourful socks to an outfit as a literal interpretation of the book. It’s playful, whimsical, and a great conversation starter in class. Plus, you probably already have mismatched socks lying around!

    Did you know, every November there's an Odd Socks Day which marks the start of Anti-Bullying Week. Started by the Anti-Bullying Alliance this week celebrates individuality and aims to combat bullying.
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  • Dragons

    We're proudly based in Wales and nothing says “Wales!” like dressing as a dragon.

    It's an obvious one, but it's easy. Wear all red, add some spikes or wings if you have them, and you’re ready to roar through your favourite Welsh Graffeg books.

    We've put together a selection of children's picture books in English and Welsh below.
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Why not share your World Book Day costume with us by tagging @graffegbooks on Instagram.

We'd love to see what you come up with.