This year's World Book Day will fall on March 6th in UK and Ireland, and as usual there are plenty of ways to get involved!
What is World Book Day?
World Book Day was designed by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, and is celebrated in over 100 countries around the globe. Most countries will this year celebrate World Book Day on April 23rd, but as the focus in the UK is very much on activities based in schools, the date has been moved so that it falls in term time.
How Can I Get Involved?
This year's main event is the chance for children to vote for their favourite animal in literature (mine would be a hard fought battle between Pooh and Paddington Bear), and each school child will receive a £1 Book Token to spend as part payment against any book, or full payment for one of the nine specially produced £1 books. The website will also offer a range of competitions and activities to really enthuse the UK's children with a love of books.
For full details, visit the World Book Day website.
Who is your favourite animal in children's literature? Have your say with our poll and see whether you agree with the results from World Book Day!
