132 fabulous World Book Day pictures

It’s World Book Day.

Schools are looking a little different too, with staff fully embracing the spirit of World Book Day and joining in the fun alongside the children

Check out our gallery of 132 fantastic pictures of children across Portsmouth and the surrounding area clad in their best book-inspired outfits:

61. World Book Day 2026: King's Academy Gomer

Students at King's Academy Gomer have embraced the fun of World Book Day. | King's Academy Gomer

Students at King's Academy Gomer have embraced the fun of World Book Day. | King's Academy Gomer

Students at King's Academy Gomer have embraced the fun of World Book Day. | King's Academy Gomer

Freddie dressed as a numberblock. | Eleisha Whittaker