World Book Day 2023: Check dates, ideas for costumes and all you need to know
The celebration of World Book Day 2023 is scheduled for Thursday, March 2, which is a day earlier than the date of the event last year.
Although the day is primarily intended for children, individuals of any age can participate. The Literacy Trust has reported that over 7 million individuals in England, equivalent to 16.4% of the adult population, are categorized as having very poor literacy skills. Therefore, the participation of anyone is encouraged.
Celebrating World Book Day: How is it done?
National Book Tokens, the sponsor of World Book Day, offers a variety of £1 books for sale that can be purchased with money or National Book Tokens received through school. Additionally, if you are looking to organize a World Book Day event, their website provides a free PDF of ideas for costumes and other activities.
Costume Ideas for World Book Day:
For World Book Day, The School Reading List suggests some excellent book character costume ideas, including:
Peter Rabbit
Violet Beauregarde
Gangsta Granny
Miss Trunchbull
Dalmatian
The BFG
Newt Scamander
Queen of Hearts
Artful Dodger
Caterpillar
FAQs:
- When was the first World Book Day celebrated?
April 23, 1995. - Who organises World Book Day?
UNESCO.
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