Easy costume ideas

Get into the spirit of Book Week as you have fun dressing up as your favourite character, and rediscover their stories. For little warriors who love action and adventure, “Ninja Kid” by Anh Do is a perfect inspiration. Dressing up as Nelson, the clumsy and hilarious ninja, will surely bring a smile to everyone’s face. The costume can include a ninja outfit, complete with a black mask, throwing stars, and a toy sword. Encourage your child to embrace their inner ninja  skills while enjoying the thrills of Book Week.
You'll also need blue or brown pants and some black sneakers. You could also make a Wizz costume with a blue bodysuit, brown shorts and a cardboard cut out of his face. If your child is a fan of Dav Pilkey's Dog Man series then they'll be familiar with Li'l Petey who now has his own book series. Where's Wally costume supplies Li'l Petey isn't just an orange tabby, he's the leader of the Supa Buddies and the president of the Cat Kid Comic Club, and he's sometimes a superhero called Cat Kid who saves the world! Li'l Petey tries to teach twenty one baby frogs to bring their own comics to life in the Cat Kid Comic Club.

Doc, Sleepy, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Bashful and Sneezy are all easy characters to create alongside Snow White. Diary of a Wimpy Kid is the journaling of Greg Heffley, however throughout the series of books we meet lots of other characters, making it perfect for a literary group costume. The main characters include Greg, Rodrick, Manny, Holly, Rowley, Patty, Fregley, Chirag, Susan and Frank.
We stock a range of attractive and colourful outfits and accessories to help you make a lasting impression on everyone. If you are excited about taking part in a Book Week parade or local library celebration, then you can find the perfect costume to wear from our online costume store. Dive into a sea of sparkle with our Blue Glitter Face and Body Paint! This 45ml tub is your passport to becoming dazzling mermaids, cosmic entities, or celestial beings. Shine bright and enchant everyone around you with this magical, glittery blue.
Book inspirations can come from real-life ‘characters’ too. Many of our real-life heroes have their own stories to tell, and we can celebrate them with sweet cosplay like this. I will always make room for a little magic from my childhood. Kimmie from (@that.bambam.life_) used her Cricut cutting machine to bring the Tin Man from The Wizard of Oz to life for her daughter. If your child is Minecraft obsessed they are old enough to do the craft work necessary for this Steve costume.

A crazy blue spikey wig and a Thing 1 or Thing 2 t-shirt with red gloves, or add a blue tutu and some stripey socks for the female version. If you want to really look the part then wearing the full costume and blue wig will look amazing. Go back to your first favourite book to explore the enchanted forest and sing tuneful rhymes.
Glinda, originally the good witch of the South in the Wizard of Oz book, but known as the good witch of the North in the movie, looks out for Dorothy while she's in Oz. She wears a full length light pink gown with puff sleeves and lots of sparkles and silver butterflies. The Cheshire cat is a mischievous pink and purple stripey cat who appears and disappears to guide Alice through her adventures in wonderland. Apart from his bright stripes, his most defining feature is his wide distinctive grin.

If your little one has a curious flare like Alice, send them down the rabbit hole in ablue dress paired with a large bow in their hair. This simple yet effective costume brings your child’s, and Alice’s, enchanting character to life. Don't stick your head in the ground, show off that you're the fastest and largest bird in the Savanna in this Ostrich Deluxe Plush Headband Collar and Tail Set. The tail can be worn with an adjustable elastic band that fits around the waist. Perfect for animal-themed or African safari themed events. Be the main chick in the roost with this Giant Chicken Inflatable Mens Costume.
So if you’re looking for a book week costume that’s both easy and popular, Dracula is a perfect choice. If you’re stuck for costume ideas, why not try dressing up as the wolf from Little Red Riding Hood? You can make your own costume using a red hooded cape, some black fur fabric and some fake teeth. Just add a pair of jeans and some sneakers, and you’ll be good to go! If you want to get really creative, you could even add some furry ears and a tail. Dressing up for book week is always a fun way to get into the spirit of reading!
The main characters in Inside Out are Riley's emotions - Joy, Anger, Fear, Sadness and Disgust. Each emotion depicts a different part of her personality and they're represented by different colours. Follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City with Dorothy and all her friends.

Where's Wally is probably the most iconic I-spy picture book series for children and was first published back in 1987 in Britain. In America the books are published as Where's Waldo and in other countries he's known as Walter, Willy and even Charlie. The easiest way to make a DIY Cat Kid costume is to use all orange clothes with black stripes added, or orange and black clothes and don't forget to add a black cape. Draw Cat Kid's face including his black mask on cardboard and attach a strap to the back so it can be worn as a face mask.
These claw gloves add an eerie touch to any gothic or fantasy outfit. Featuring long, sharp claw-like fingertips, they are ideal for costumes, cosplay, or themed events. Made from durable materials for comfort and a striking appearance. Beyond the realm of royalty, our collection embraces the heart and soul of storybook classics.