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Charlotte Roszko

World Book Day 2023 costumes for girls and boys from B&M, Sainsbury's, Asda and more

World Book Day is just around the corner, so it's time to get planning an outfit for the kids.

Taking place on Thursday, March 2, World Book Day celebrates the importance of getting children interested in reading and the joy that can come from enjoying a good book. The day is marked in 100 countries around the world.

On World Book Day, every child in full-time education will be given a voucher, which they can spend on a book of their choice. If your child will be dressing up to mark the occasion, you might be looking for some last minute costume ideas.

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We've put together a guide to the best costumes you can find at a range of stores including B&M, Asda and Sainsbury's.

B&M

B&M has a wide range of enchanting costumes in store, perfect for celebrating World Book Day. From Little Red Riding Hood to dinosaurs, there's something to suit every child's interests.

Prices start from £8, meaning there's plenty of budget-friendly costume options to choose from. If your little one is a Disney fan, you can take your pick from a range of Disney Princess outfits including Ariel, Rapunzel, Snow White, Cinderella and Belle.

A selection of B&M's World Book Day costumes (B&M)

Harry Potter lovers can opt for a wizard costume, whilst those who love a classic fairytale can dress up as Goldilocks or Red Riding Hood. B&M is also offering a special promotion on selected World Book Day costumes, allowing customers to purchase two outfits for £20. You can shop the retailer's World Book Day range in B&M stores - to find your nearest branch, click here.

Sainsbury's

Sainsbury's has a wide range of World Book Day costumes to choose from, with something to suit all ages and interests. Let your child's imagination run wild with a Very Hungry Caterpillar costume from £14, or an adorable Wizard of Oz Dorothy dress, which is priced from £15.

There's also a blue Horrid Henry outfit for fans of the popular book series, as well as a costume from David Walliams' Billionaire Boy. If your child is a Marvel fan, then why not treat them to a Spider-Man costume?

Argos

Argos has plenty of World Book Day costumes to choose from, ranging from Roald Dahl to Disney characters. Choose from a Peter Rabbit costume for £18, or a Mary Poppins outfit for £15. Meanwhile Disney fans can dress up as popular characters including Elsa, Sleeping Beauty and Tinkerbell.

Asda

Asda's Character Shop is a great place to find a last minute World Book Day outfit. Harry Potter costumes are available from £15, whilst your little ones can dress up as Rex from Toy Story from £15. Alice In Wonderland outfits are priced at £9 and Peter Rabbit fancy dress costumes are available for £14.

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