Book Week Costume Ideas

Book Week 2023 is just around the corner! The Children’s Book Council of Australia has been celebrating Book Week since its establishment in 1945, with the aim to encourage children of all ages to come together and celebrate books of high literary and artistic quality. This years theme is Read, Grow and Inspire. The CBCA  official Book Week dates the usually through the end of August this year ,however schools across Australia are seen coming together and celebrating literature the whole month of August and October. Our book week costumes allow children to become their favorite literary character for a day, and to explore the importance and joy of reading no matter what age your are. The theme "Curious Creatures, Wild Minds" allows our imaginations to run wild and celebrate characters from Peter Pan to Harry Potter or even Alice in Wonderland. Here at Costumes To Buy, we’re Australia's largest costume store with a huge range of Book Week costumes for all ages, from infants to adults. Whether it be a Fairytale Princesses, Little Red Riding Hood, Captain Hook, the Mad Hatter and everything in between, we have you covered. We offer super-fast delivery for all our Book Week costumes Australia wide! Beat the postage rush and come visit us in store at our huge showroom at 1/54 Prindiville Drive Wangara, Perth. Our huge store is open Monday - Saturday 9-5 and Thursday 9-8, or online 24hrs a day. We love to see your kids eyes light up when they see our huge range of costumes on offer as well as our mannequins dressed as all the latest movie and superhero characters. We have heaps of change rooms so your child can try their costume on before buying so you know you’re getting the right costume and it fits perfectly.

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  • Black Skin Suit Invisible Child

    Black Skin Suit Invisible Child

    Looking for a unique costume for you next Halloween party, sporting carnival or just for some fun? Well your child will love this invisble child costume that comes in many different colours. They are sure to be the life of the party getting up to all...

  • Lil Snowman Costume

    Lil Snowman Costume

    Fleece fibre filled tunic with padded bottom plus attached pom pom buttons and red polyester scarf Moulded soft top hat with red felt band Shoes and pants not included This is an official Rubie's product Costume Size(s): Toddler (age 1-2yrs) Small...

  • Cinderella Childs Disney Princess Costume

    Cinderella Childs Disney Princess Costume

    Step out in style in this Cinderella costume dress. You'll be the best looking princess at the ball, put on your blue princess gown, hop into your pumkin carriage and away you go! Just make sure you're home by midnight and don't forget your glass slipper...

  • Fox Fantastic Kids Costume

    Fox Fantastic Kids Costume

    Calling all young adventurers and cunning book lovers! Book Week is just around the corner, and it's time to transform into the mischievous and clever character from Roald Dahl's beloved story, Fantastic Mr. Fox. With this delightful costume, kids can...

  • Fox Deluxe Tween Kids Costume

    Fox Deluxe Tween Kids Costume

    Get ready for a fantastic adventure during Book Week as you transform into the clever and charismatic character of Fantastic Mr. Fox! With this fabulous costume, kids will feel like they've stepped straight out of Roald Dahl's enchanting world. striped...

  • Rey Deluxe Childs Costume

    Rey Deluxe Childs Costume

    Costume Size: Large 6-8 years. Costume Includes: Tunic with attached sashes at shoulders and sewn in double belt.  Shorts with elastic at waist and knees Gauntlets in textured fabric with printed faux leather piece on left gauntlet...

  • Koala Deluxe Mask With Fur Collar

    Koala Deluxe Mask With Fur Collar

    Have you seen the koala up the old gum tree eating its favourite food? Grey detailed koala mask with choker. Deluxe Adult Animal Set - KoalaIncludes:Mask w/ Elastic Strap and collar.

    $24.95
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  • Baboon Deluxe Animal Mask

    Baboon Deluxe Animal Mask

    Enter the jungle and be the wise old baboon from the Lion King story with our great Baboon mask and collar from sweidas jungle collection, perfect for any age child for there bookweek theme day or animal african safari party. Deluxe Adult Animal Mask...

    $34.95
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  • Pig Deluxe Animal Mask And Tail

    Pig Deluxe Animal Mask And Tail

    Who doesn't love to roll around in the mud with our farm yard pig animal mask perfect for a animal theme day or the ever popular bookweek theme. Deluxe Adult Animal Set - PigIncludes:Mask w/ Elastic StrapPlush TailCollar 

    $34.95
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  • The Bad Guys Wolf Character Mask

    The Bad Guys Wolf Character Mask

    Who is really the baddest Bad Guy? Aaron Blabey, author of the children's novels 'The Bad Guys' has brought hilarious characters into our lives through the series. Can you decide who the baddest guy is? Will it be Mr Wolf, Mr Shark, Mr Snake, Ms...

    $19.95
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  • The Bad Guys Piranha Character Mask

    The Bad Guys Piranha Character Mask

    Who is really the baddest Bad Guy? Aaron Blabey, author of the children's novels 'The Bad Guys' has brought hilarious characters into our lives through the series. Can you decide who the baddest guy is? Will it be Mr Wolf, Mr Shark, Mr Snake, Ms...

    $19.95
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  • The Bad Guys Shark Character Mask

    The Bad Guys Shark Character Mask

    Who is really the baddest Bad Guy? Aaron Blabey, author of the children's novels 'The Bad Guys' has brought hilarious characters into our lives through the series. Can you decide who the baddest guy is? Will it be Mr Wolf, Mr Shark, Mr Snake, Ms...

    $19.95
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  • The Flash Cape And Mask Set

    The Flash Cape And Mask Set

    Be your favourite Super Hero in this kid's DC accessory set. Whether you want to be The Man of Steel, The Fastest Man Alive, The Caped Crusader or The Queen of the Amazons we have an accessory set for your child. Perfect for Book Week, Birthday Parties...

    $14.95
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  • Wonder Woman Childs Cape And Headband

    Wonder Woman Childs Cape And Headband

    Be your favourite Super Hero in this kid's DC accessory set. Whether you want to be The Man of Steel, The Fastest Man Alive, The Caped Crusader or The Queen of the Amazons we have an accessory set for your child. Perfect for Book Week, Birthday Parties...

    $14.95
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  • Batman Child's Cape And mask

    Batman Child's Cape And mask

    Be your favourite Super Hero in this kid's DC accessory set. Whether you want to be The Man of Steel, The Fastest Man Alive, The Caped Crusader or The Queen of the Amazons we have an accessory set for your child. Perfect for Book Week, Birthday Parties...

    $14.95
    Add to Cart The item has been added
  • Superman Childs Cape

    Superman Childs Cape

    Be your favourite Super Hero in this kid's DC accessory set. Whether you want to be The Man of Steel, The Fastest Man Alive, The Caped Crusader or The Queen of the Amazons we have an accessory set for your child. Perfect for Book Week, Birthday Parties...

    $14.95
    Add to Cart The item has been added
  • Darth Vader Deluxe Childs Costume

    Darth Vader Deluxe Childs Costume

    Darth Vader Deluxe Childs Costume Become the mighty Darth Vader a formidable cheif enforcer of the galactic empire who strikes fear accross the galaxy. Formally Anakin Skywalker, now a more powerful cyborg fueled by rage and the dark side whos's only...

  • Black Skin Suit Invisible Child

    Black Skin Suit Invisible Child

    Looking for a unique costume for you next Halloween party, sporting carnival or just for some fun? Well your child will love this invisble child costume that comes in many different colours. They are sure to be the life of the party getting up to all...

  • Lil Snowman Costume

    Lil Snowman Costume

    Fleece fibre filled tunic with padded bottom plus attached pom pom buttons and red polyester scarf Moulded soft top hat with red felt band Shoes and pants not included This is an official Rubie's product Costume Size(s): Toddler (age 1-2yrs) Small...

  • Cinderella Childs Disney Princess Costume

    Cinderella Childs Disney Princess Costume

    Step out in style in this Cinderella costume dress. You'll be the best looking princess at the ball, put on your blue princess gown, hop into your pumkin carriage and away you go! Just make sure you're home by midnight and don't forget your glass slipper...

  • Fox Fantastic Kids Costume

    Fox Fantastic Kids Costume

    Calling all young adventurers and cunning book lovers! Book Week is just around the corner, and it's time to transform into the mischievous and clever character from Roald Dahl's beloved story, Fantastic Mr. Fox. With this delightful costume, kids can...

  • Fox Deluxe Tween Kids Costume

    Fox Deluxe Tween Kids Costume

    Get ready for a fantastic adventure during Book Week as you transform into the clever and charismatic character of Fantastic Mr. Fox! With this fabulous costume, kids will feel like they've stepped straight out of Roald Dahl's enchanting world. striped...

  • Rey Deluxe Childs Costume

    Rey Deluxe Childs Costume

    Costume Size: Large 6-8 years. Costume Includes: Tunic with attached sashes at shoulders and sewn in double belt.  Shorts with elastic at waist and knees Gauntlets in textured fabric with printed faux leather piece on left gauntlet...

  • Baboon Deluxe Animal Mask

    Baboon Deluxe Animal Mask

    Enter the jungle and be the wise old baboon from the Lion King story with our great Baboon mask and collar from sweidas jungle collection, perfect for any age child for there bookweek theme day or animal african safari party. Deluxe Adult Animal Mask...

    $34.95
    Add to Cart
  • Pig Deluxe Animal Mask And Tail

    Pig Deluxe Animal Mask And Tail

    Who doesn't love to roll around in the mud with our farm yard pig animal mask perfect for a animal theme day or the ever popular bookweek theme. Deluxe Adult Animal Set - PigIncludes:Mask w/ Elastic StrapPlush TailCollar 

    $34.95
    Add to Cart
  • The Bad Guys Wolf Character Mask

    The Bad Guys Wolf Character Mask

    Who is really the baddest Bad Guy? Aaron Blabey, author of the children's novels 'The Bad Guys' has brought hilarious characters into our lives through the series. Can you decide who the baddest guy is? Will it be Mr Wolf, Mr Shark, Mr Snake, Ms...

    $19.95
    Add to Cart
  • The Bad Guys Piranha Character Mask

    The Bad Guys Piranha Character Mask

    Who is really the baddest Bad Guy? Aaron Blabey, author of the children's novels 'The Bad Guys' has brought hilarious characters into our lives through the series. Can you decide who the baddest guy is? Will it be Mr Wolf, Mr Shark, Mr Snake, Ms...

    $19.95
    Add to Cart
  • The Bad Guys Shark Character Mask

    The Bad Guys Shark Character Mask

    Who is really the baddest Bad Guy? Aaron Blabey, author of the children's novels 'The Bad Guys' has brought hilarious characters into our lives through the series. Can you decide who the baddest guy is? Will it be Mr Wolf, Mr Shark, Mr Snake, Ms...

    $19.95
    Add to Cart
  • The Flash Cape And Mask Set

    The Flash Cape And Mask Set

    Be your favourite Super Hero in this kid's DC accessory set. Whether you want to be The Man of Steel, The Fastest Man Alive, The Caped Crusader or The Queen of the Amazons we have an accessory set for your child. Perfect for Book Week, Birthday Parties...

    $14.95
    Add to Cart
  • Wonder Woman Childs Cape And Headband

    Wonder Woman Childs Cape And Headband

    Be your favourite Super Hero in this kid's DC accessory set. Whether you want to be The Man of Steel, The Fastest Man Alive, The Caped Crusader or The Queen of the Amazons we have an accessory set for your child. Perfect for Book Week, Birthday Parties...

    $14.95
    Add to Cart
  • Batman Child's Cape And mask

    Batman Child's Cape And mask

    Be your favourite Super Hero in this kid's DC accessory set. Whether you want to be The Man of Steel, The Fastest Man Alive, The Caped Crusader or The Queen of the Amazons we have an accessory set for your child. Perfect for Book Week, Birthday Parties...

    $14.95
    Add to Cart
  • Superman Childs Cape

    Superman Childs Cape

    Be your favourite Super Hero in this kid's DC accessory set. Whether you want to be The Man of Steel, The Fastest Man Alive, The Caped Crusader or The Queen of the Amazons we have an accessory set for your child. Perfect for Book Week, Birthday Parties...

    $14.95
    Add to Cart
  • Darth Vader Deluxe Childs Costume

    Darth Vader Deluxe Childs Costume

    Darth Vader Deluxe Childs Costume Become the mighty Darth Vader a formidable cheif enforcer of the galactic empire who strikes fear accross the galaxy. Formally Anakin Skywalker, now a more powerful cyborg fueled by rage and the dark side whos's only...