That special time of year is upon us . . . it's almost Book Week!
With this year's theme of 'Book an Adventure', we've put together a list of costume ideas for characters from some of our favourite stories full of magic, adventure and wonder. Peruse the list below, and be sure to check out our 2023 and 2024 costume ideas for even more inspiration!
We can't wait to see all the wonderful stories come to life! Don't forget to tag @HachetteKidsANZ so we can experience the magic with you.
George
George the Wizard by Tony Armstrong, illustrated by Emma Sjaan Beukers
- Cloak decorated with moons
- Belt
- Wand
- Moon wizard hat (download our printable hat here)
Toothless OR Maggie
from How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell & Maggie the Dragon by Tony Armstrong, illustrated by Emma Sjaan Beukers
- Dragon mask
- Tail
- Wings
The Tooth Fairy
from Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Tooth Fairy (And Some Things You Didn't) by Briony Stewart
- Purple onesie
- Orange socks
- Wings
- Tooth pouch (filled with or without teeth)
Saucepan Man
from The Magic Faraway Tree series by Enid Blyton
- Lots of saucepans (real or made from aluminium foil) attached to string
Wurrtoo
from Wurrtoo by Tylissa Elisara, illustrated by Dylan Finney
- Beige shirt
- Orange shorts
- Green backpack
- Brown hat
- Sandals
Your favourite Nevermoorians
from the Nevermoor series by Jessica Townsend
Morrigan Crow
- Black dress
- Black shoes
- Umbrella
- Golden ‘W’ Wundrous Society pin
Fenestra
- Grey cat ears
- Cat tail
- Your best scowl
Jupiter North
- Suit
- Purple bow tie
- Boots
- Golden ‘W’ Wundrous Society pin
John Arjuna Korrapati (Jack)
- White shirt
- Purple jacket
- Waistcoat or vest
- Bowtie
- Eyepatch
Cadence Blackthorn
- White or grey collared shirt
- Black sweater
- Black pants or skirt
- Golden 'W' Wundrous Society pin
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