World Book Day kids' costumes 2019: Best fancy dress ideas, from Gangsta Granny to Where's Wally
World Book Day is back for a global celebration of reading, authors and illustrators.
Celebrated all over Britain, World Book Day gives little ones the chance to dress up as their favourite book characters for the day and take part in school games that will help encourage a love of reading.
This year, World Book Day falls on Thursday, March 7. Whether your tot is a die-hard Harry Potter fan or owns every Roald Dahl book there is, we’ve selected some impressive costumes that will make it a day to remember.
Gangsta Granny
One for kids who love to have a good laugh, this Gangsta Granny costume is the ultimate classroom-crowd pleaser. Imitate one of David Walliams’s most memorable characters with this comical costume complete with wig and glasses.
£14 | ASDA | Buy it now
Fantastic Mr Fox
Any one of Roald Dahl’s characters is always sure to be a fool-proof costume idea, and this simple Fantastic Mr Fox costume comes complete with trousers, mask and a blazer with a fox tail attached.
£14 | ASDA | Buy it now
Queen of Hearts
You can’t go wrong with a classic. Have your little one looking regal on World Book Day with this black and red dress complete with a jewelled crown headband.
£14 | ASDA | Buy it now
Cruella De Ville
Who said World Book Day had to be for good guys only? Dress your mischievous youngster as classic villain Cruella De Ville in this lively costume.
£15.47 | Amazon | Buy it now
Mary Poppins
After the success of the recent film reboot of Mary Poppins, you can expect the leading character to be a popular choice of costume this year. Make your child the star of the show with this quintessentially British Mary Poppins costume, complete with her famous hat.
£17.98 | Amazon | Buy it now
Harry Potter
Arguably the most popular World Book Day character of all, Harry Potter is most parents’ go-to choice. Complete the look with a wand and Harry’s signature circle-rimmed glasses.
£15.43 | Amazon | Buy it now
Elmer the Elephant
A much-loved classic most parents will remember, Elmer the Elephant is one of the cutest storybook characters out there. This multi-coloured elephant costume is perfect for any age and it’s colourful exterior means you will be able to spot your child from a mile away.
£15 | TU | Buy it now
Miss Trunchball
Another favourite children’s villain, this Miss Trunchball costume comes with a stick-on unibrow. The similarities are sure to be uncanny.
£15 | TU | Buy it now
Where's Wally
Have fun with this Where’s Wally costume, which includes a signature red and white top, trousers, matching hat and glasses. To complete the set, there’s also a Where’s Wally passport.
£12 | Matalan | Buy it now
Boy Billionaire
Another take on a David Walliams’ character, have your child looking too cool for school with this Boy Billionaire dress up outfit. This online exclusive comes with a tie attachment and sunglasses.
£12 | Matalan | Buy it now
Little Red Riding Hood
An adorable outfit for younger kids. This scarlet red costume comes with a red hood and basket.
£12 | Tesco | Available in store now
Cat in the Hat
World Book Day wouldn’t be the same without Dr Seuss. Dress up as his most famous character, the trouble-making Cat in the Hat, complete with bow tie and the famous red and white top hat.
£14 | Tesco | Available in store now
