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Whether your children are voracious bookworms or love to dress up, get inspiration for the perfect World Book Day with our captivating children's books. Some of these fantastical characters have even appeared on our stage!
World Book Day is on Wednesday 6 March 2025. It is a celebration of reading for pleasure, and it has become an important day in British Schools. Children across the country express themselves and dress up as their favourite book characters.
Ella Bella Ballerina is a charming collection of stories that teach children all about the magic of ballet. Little ones join Ella Bella on her adventures to the world of dancing swans and sleepy princesses.
With lovely stories and interesting facts about the history of each ballet, this delightful series is perfect for budding dancers aged 4-11.
Not sure what to dress up as for World Book Day? How about Ella Bella Ballerina! All you need for this simple costume is a pink ballet tutu,likethis dress by Albetta.
The world of classical music has an abundance of magic and fantasy for children to discover, and the Story Orchestra series is the perfect introduction for mini maestros aged 3+. These books make learning about music fun and interactive, with push buttons that play the score as you read along.
If your child loves dance, why not opt for a lovely tutu dress by Albetta to channel their favourite performer with a Sleeping Beauty ballet costume?
‘A lively retelling, enriched by Jessica Courtney Tickle’s luscious illustrations – each spread is like an illuminated garden’. - The Guardian
Little People Big Dreams are a fun and informative collection of picture books about notable people. From Steve Irwin and Marie Curie to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, these books use quirky illustrations to teach and inspire children about key figures in history.
In this book, little ones can discover Mozart and how he changed classical music. This book is a charming biography of the classical composer’s life, and even includes extra facts and timelines.
'Inspired by his sister’s talent, little Wolfgang started playing the keyboard at just three years old. He soon mastered several instruments and was even writing his own musical compositions.'
In Curtain Up! Children enter the enchanting world of theatre in this book created for the Royal Opera House. In this tale, Figaro, the opera house’s resident cat, takes you on a tour behind the scenes and shows how the magic onstage is made.
With engaging stories and bright illustrations, Curtain Up! Is an award-winning book for curious minds and future performers.
‘Two of my grandchildren read this book with me - my 9-year-old grandson and his 5-year-old sister. Both were fascinated - there were things to interest both boys and girls, and they were delighted to discover connections to stories they knew, such as The Nutcracker.’
Yasmine Naghdi is a Principal of the Royal Ballet and is passionate about proving that dance is for everyone. This fun and inclusive book brings the joy of ballet to children aged 7-9 and includes a glossary and explanation of dance moves, so dancers and non-dancers alike can enjoy Ballet Besties.
Fully illustrated to bring the story on the page to life, this book is a wonderful read for any young dance fans. The second instalment in the Ballet Besties series, Indu's Time to Shine, is also available, and the third instalment, Dante's Winning Dance, is coming at the end of March.
This lovely children's book is based on the ballet, BEE, a collaboration between the Royal Ballet and Opera about the remarkable abilities of a neurodiverse child. Young readers and music enthusiasts can scan QR codes throughout the book to hear music composed by Rachel Fuller. This is Fuller's debut children's novel and the playful illustrations bring the story from the stage to the page beautifully.
Bee is an incredible child with a beautiful mind. Misunderstood at home and at school, Bee exists in a magical world that others simply cannot see, playing with fairies and making beautiful music with the flowers. But in escaping to this magical world, Bee is often late for school and doesn’t always understand the rules of the playground.
I Can Play: The Nutcracker book from the wonderful series The Story Orchestra is a musical education book for young readers. By pressing the 14 colour and shape coded keys, children can learn easy and familiar 8-bar melodies from the ever popular ballet The Nutcracker
The simple instructions is a fantastic way for children to learn to play their very first instrument and help even young children gain confidence in their playing.
The songs are accompanied by enchanting illustrations and descriptions of the magical story, as well as playing tips to help them learn. Favourite characters from The Nutcracker are there to encourage the young musicians as they play their first notes!