Billionaire Boy Joe Spud, created by British author and comedian David Walliams, is an easy costume to create. Photo: HarperCollins

The BFG himself is a big hit for World Book Day, but if you don't fancy creating those big ears, this could be an easier option. This fearsome Roald Dahl character is hilarious and not too much effort as a Woild Book Day costume. You could also add a bald cap if you’re feeling ambitious, but people should still get the idea without it.

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We recommend anyone in Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Shetlands, Scottish Highlands/off the coast of Scotland, Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man, and Channel Islands use Priority Delivery unless you require an urgent timed delivery through UPS courier which is at an additional cost. Please see below for postage prices. Probably Roald Dahl's most emulated World Book Day character is Matilda - the little girl with special powers and a love of books. Watch this reading and interview with the author. Think of questions that you would like to ask David Walliams: Children, and parents, can hone their observation skills by finding the character in an array of different crowds. MORE : Sheridan Smith wells up after earning standing ovation for Shirley Valentine performance with young son

Many little ones might already have their own ballet costume so Angela Ballerina is another easy one to opt for.There are (at least) 2 options here because different editions of the book have different outfits for Mollie... Dr Seuss's characters Thing 1 and Thing 2 can be created from red clothing and some white paper. Getty Images

As well as Spaceboy, his other works include Mr Stink and Billionaire Boy, both of which have been adapted into television films. Cinderella: glass slippers might be a stretch but you could accessorise with an inviation to the ball Set up a new timetable for Joe at St. Cuthbert’s School for Boys, showing how long each lesson lasts. Could you use this to make up some word problems?Paddington first appeared in 1958 and has remained an enduring and wholesome family favourite character since, with more than 20 books published and a handful of films released.