For parents, the struggle was (still is) real when trying to come up with a costume idea, especially an obscure, non-negotiable request – but the outcome was always worth it. World Book Day is a wonderful focus on reading which is absolutely vital to learning.
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9. World Book Day memories
World Book Day at Wonderland Kindergarden in Ashton, pictured from left, Lynne Brooks, Ava Kilshaw, one, Jessica Brooks, two, Nicole Halsall, four, Caitlin Jackson, four, Jack Cook, two and Amy Hawthorn | National World
10. World Book Day memories
Bookworm, Grace Osbourne, eight, from year 3 at Kennington CP School in Fulwood, Preston, prepares for World Book Day today. The annual event aims to raise awareness of the written word across the globe. | National World
11. World Book Day memories
World Book Day at Ingol Community Primary School, Ingol, Preston | National World
12. World Book Day memories
Megan Booth, 11, Alysia O'Neill, ten, Jordan Collom, ten and Jessica McWine, 11 from Ashton Primary school where they came to school in pyjamas as part of World Book Day | National World