132 fabulous World Book Day pictures of children across Hampshire

By Sophie Lewis

Senior Reporter

Published 5th Mar 2026, 19:11 BST

Updated 10th Mar 2026, 10:58 BST

It’s World Book Day.

From Where’s Wally? to David Attenborough and even John Westwood, parents have truly gone the extra mile this year.

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:

Rabbits class at Padnell Infant School look wonderful as they celebrate World Book Day.

1. World Book Day 2026: Padnell Infant School

Rabbits class at Padnell Infant School look wonderful as they celebrate World Book Day. | Padnell Infant School

Woodpecker at Padnell Infant School has marked World Book Day.

2. World Book Day 2026: Padnell Infant School

Woodpecker at Padnell Infant School has marked World Book Day. | Padnell Infant School

Squirrels at Padnell Infant School has celebrated World Book Day.

3. World Book Day 2026: Padnell Infant School

Squirrels at Padnell Infant School has celebrated World Book Day. | Padnell Infant School

Owls class at Padnell Infant School look fabulous as they celebrate World Book Day.

4. World Book Day 2026: Padnell Infant School

Owls class at Padnell Infant School look fabulous as they celebrate World Book Day. | Padnell Infant School

Portsmouth Hampshire World Book Day