Many left their normal school uniforms at home and instead dressed up for the day as characters from their favourite books.

Designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, World Book Day is marked in over 100 countries around the globe.

Thank you to all the ECHO readers who shared their children's cute, funny and fantastic costumes for World Book Day 2025. Families across Merseyside really have gone above and beyond this year with ...

In the UK, World Book Day is celebrated on the first Thursday in March. It is celebrated by 100 countries all over the world. Unesco - a worldwide organisation that encourages people to enjoy art ...

WORLD Book Day went down a storm in the county this year, we many of our readers sending us their photos celebrating the day.

The Echo is publishing a World Book Day picture special on Tuesday - don’t miss out. Popular costumes have previously included Harry Potter, Where’s Wally, Cat in the Hat, Miss Trunchball and Gangsta ...

Principal teacher Lisa Mackenzie said: “The children dressed up in their pyjamas and came back to school for a fun-filled ...