Ah, Book Week. That special time of year when parents all over Australia sit down in front of the TV at 9pm on a Sunday armed with glue sticks, a bit of cardboard and absolutely no clue what the hell they're making.
Does this look like a caterpillar mask?
Can this pass for a crayon?
Is it giving fart? Like does it actually look like the fart from the book?
If the whole DIY thing isn't in the least bit appealing or you've just left it a little too late (read: all of us) then scroll on to see 20 easy Book Week costumes you can order online in the click of a button. You're welcome.
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Classic characters costumes for Book Week 2024.
Spotlight Gruffalo Kids Costume, $35
This Gruffalo costume is very cute and very affordable. It's the kind of thing we reckon they'll want to wear long after Book Week's over.
Big W The Very Hungry Caterpillar Child Costume, $35.
Save yourself the trouble of sewing or gluing and go for this adorable two-piece instead.
Big W Little Red Riding Hood Costume, $15.
The gingham print and puffy sleeves will delight fans of the iconic fairytale.
Target Bluey Premium Kids Costume, $32.
Another icon that needs no introduction. And another costume that'll get its fair share of wear after the big parade.
Harry Potter Classic Movie Book Week Child Boys Costume, $63.95.
When only Harry Potter will do. This robe comes with a built-in shirt which will cut down getting-ready time. BYO glasses and make-up scar — but they'll dress up in this long after Book Week.
Big W Harry Potter Childrens Gryffindor Robe, $20.
Another robe option for the little wizards, with a price that's too good to pass up.
Rubie's Mr Fox Deluxe Costume for Kids, from $25.95
We have to admit, in a different context the mask could be a touch creepy. But worn with a tiny striped coat and neckerchief, it's more Book Week than Halloween costume.
Um, sorry, but this is genius? And adorable? An easy throw-on-and-go option for less than 25 bucks.
Spotlight The Cat in The Hat Jumpsuit, $42.
It's a classic for a reason. The hardest part of this costume is getting the whiskers right with your liquid eyeliner.
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As long as you can convince your child to wear a scowl all day, this costume will be a success. Just look at that beard.
Rubie's Official Girl's Disney Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter Costume, $38.99.
Alice in Wonderland is a rich vein for Book Week inspo. We love this Mad Hatter-inspired look which comes with a separate bow-tie and giant hat.
Official Disney Girls Mary Poppins Fancy Dress Costume, $37.99.
The little Victorian dress and hat! Julie Andrews would be proud.
This snuggly jumpsuit comes with a bear hood and that's all we need to say, really. The cuteness sells itself.
Costume Box Underwear Hero Kids Book Week Costume, $49.99
Based on the iconic Captain Underpants, this will get the kids and their friends giggling.
Your toddler can channel Lily Bobtail in this sweet Peter Rabbit-inspired 'fit.
Miscellaneous characters.
Spotlight Spartys Kids Dinosaur Costume, $20.
Sometimes your child just wants to be a dinosaur. And that's okay! There are books about dinosaurs!
The witch had a cat. And a very tall hat... If your household has had a few thousand renditions of "Room on the Broom", this might be the generic witch costume for you.
Big W Checkered Dress Costume, $15.
With a bit of accessorising (think ruby red shoes and a stuffed toy dog) you'll have a simple Dorothy costume.
Target Princess Costume, $19.
Is it Elsa? Is it Cinderella? We'll let you decide.
Rubie's Girls' Little Old Lady Child Costume Dress, $54.89.
This one could pass for Old mother Hubbard OR The Little Old Lady who lived in a shoe. And it's perfect for 100 days of School, too.
Feature image: Mamamia/Penguin/Big W.
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