2025 Children's Book Week Australia

One size fits most Silly Cat headband with cat hat and cat ears Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat dress up accessory headband School book week costume accessory, Cat in the... Perfect for adult costume parties, cosplay, and themed events, this cape features a satin-like finish that shimmers under the light, adding... Step back in time with this Adult Victorian Maid Costume Accessory School Book Week party supplies Set – perfect for Book Week or historical-themed events! This charming set includes a crisp white apron with ruffle... These activities will help your child enjoy book week, but the best way to ensure kids grow up with a love reading is by encouraging them to read at home all year round. Struggling with reading and literacy skills require a little more help.
The book character parade is a fun opportunity for students to dress up as their favourite book characters and parade in front of their  peers. We’d love to see how your library brings these events to life. Whether it’s a creative display, themed storytime, or student-led activity, send us your stories, photos, or videos.

At my school, we’re already planning a full week of book-loving activities, story writing, picnics, author visits, costume-wearing, and all round story-celebrating. Staff will be donning Hawaiian shirts and colourful lais, while I’ll be stepping into the role of cheerful tour guide – complete with a budget-friendly airline hostess outfit. It’s all part of creating a sense of adventure and fun and generating a love of reading and story-telling in students. We hope these have given you some inspiration and ideas for your kids book week costumes. What are some other easy Book Week costumes that you have done? Schools often hold Book Week parades where children are asked to dress up as their favourite fictional characters.
In this fantasy world, known as Wonderland, is populated by peculiar creatures and people. At the end of the story, Alice is woken up by her sister from her vivid dream and brushes the leaves she is covered in not playing cards. Hear from some of our happy customers who choose us time and time again for all their party supplies. Dress up as Harry, Ron or Hermione with this Harry Potter Deluxe Kids Robe.
The costume features a long red jacket with painted gold buttons, turned up cuffs and gold detailing along the collar and cuffs. There is also a white shirt with a ruffled collar and necktie as well as three-quarter length black pants with elastic waistband. Also included are a pleather belt and sword sash with gold buckle detailing and tricorn style felt red hat with black and gold detailing. Reading can enhance literacy skills, and has a positive direct effect on academic reading motivation and achievement in later childhood and adolescence. You can also add party games and activities to work up the little ones appetites and throw your delicious spread on the beautiful Minions tableware.

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Carers are asking children about how they want to dress for the Book Week parade, and what’s needed to complete the look. Book Week is upon us once again and all around Australia, family WhatsApp groups are lighting up with similar requests from parents and carers of primary school aged children. Here you’ll find the Cat in the Hat, the Lorax, and plenty more kooky Seuss characters, but we’ve also got some great book week ideas featuring robots, ladybugs and, of course, a very hungry caterpillar. A Child’s Journey Through Loss and Healing by Elissa Al-Chokhachy, helped give her children new words to describe their feelings around grief. While reading, they learned that part of grieving someone you loved is to remember the happy times.

This heartwarming illustrated book explores themes of empathy, friendship, and the importance of  checking in on one another. The Indigenous Literacy Foundation offers an extraordinary collection of books that showcase Indigenous storytelling by young authors from the Northern Territory and Tiwi Islands. These captivating books not only provide a window into the vibrant worlds and perspectives of Indigenous communities but also contribute to supporting literacy programs in remote communities. The key to creating a Book Week costume is really just to have fun and be creative. Then your child can see that "Reading is Magic" and it all begins with the imagination running wild. Costume accessories can easily be matched up with items you may already have at home, making it a more affordable option.
Lead the team one last time in this Avengers Endgame Deluxe Captain America Mens Costume. The costumes main feature is the digitally printed and foam padded jumpsuit to make you look like the super soldier you know you are. A deep blue with the classic red and white stripes across the body to really draw on the American flag his costume is inspired by. The pants match in the blue colour scheme while having impressive three dimensional boot cover that secures on the underside of your foot with an elasticated strap.
There is no way your little one will end up 'invisible' in a sea of Book Week costumes with this one. The classic 101 Dalmatians book written by Dodie Smith was published in 1956 and has since been adapted into numerous Walt Disney films, including the most recent Cruella film starring Emma Stone. The Topgun jumpsuit for $30 will likely be a popular outfit choice for Book Week, especially if your child is into action films or figurines. If you want to find the whole Harry Potter kit-and-caboodle online, try browsing at Big W, where items like Gryffindor socks on offer for as little as $8. If you wish to buy a costume, there are so many great options available, it just comes down to having time, and knowing where to look. If you are struggling for ideas, look for inspiration in illustrations from the book or other adaptations.

Of course her iconic white apron is also included and a black headband to finish off the wonderful costume. This costume is something you won't find in any other store, it's exclusive to CostumeBox! We recommend wearing a pair of white opaque tights and black shoes to complete the look. You'll be off following the rabbit down the rabbit hole in no time.
With our huge range of sprinkles, sanding sugars and cake toppers, you can put together a cake that is sure to impress. Use our popular character patty pans and cake tins to easily create beautiful birthday cakes all the kids will adore. Candles are a must-have for every cake, so don't forget to check out our fun range of candles too. Transform into Wonderland's crazy, colourful cat with this Cheshire Cat Tween Girls Costume! Perfect for Alice in Wonderland themed parties and Book Week.

All you’ll need is an old brown dress, some fabric or paper alphabet letters and some leaves to top it off. Step by step instructions to make it super easy for children and adults alike to construct. A coloured and black and white colour-your-own printable mask.
Don’t judge your kids on what they love or force them to read books you deem ‘worthy’. Encourage your child’s reading of fiction and let them choose books for themselves. Finding a book they love, with help from another child, a teacher, or librarian, can help a child to develop the habit of reading. Providing time for sustained, self-selected reading is important, as many children do not read for pleasure outside school time.