World Book Day March 6th 2008

World Book Day was designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, and is marked in over 100 countries around the globe. The origins of the day we now celebrate in the UK and Ireland come from Catalonia, where roses and books were given as gifts to loved ones on St. George’s Day – a tradition started over 80 years ago.

World Book Day 2008 in the UK and Ireland will take place on Thursday 6th March. Please note that this date applies to the UK and Ireland only. Most other countries hold World Book Day on 23rd April every year.

You can visit the World Book Day website to find printable sheets to downloads, details of events happening in your area and more.

Do you have any events or activities planned for the day? My son is in the reception year at Primary School. He has been asked to dress up as a character from his favourite book. He has decided that he would like to be the fox from the Gingerbread Man, He has chosen a costume from Blush Fashions that he’d like and will have a gingerbread man puppet to complete the look. At times like this I wish I could sew, luckily a wide range of costumes can be found at affordable process on the High street or from internet stores.