World Book Day 2025, which took place on Thursday, March 6, encourages children up and down the country to celebrate the importance of books.
Schools in Portsmouth and its surrounding areas pulled out all of the stops to immerse children in the world of books and in return, the youngsters rocked up in some absolutely incredible costumes.
From Mr Bean, Matilda, Mary Poppins and Harry Potter to the Loch Ness Monster and Amelia Earhart - there was a fantastic range of costumes showcased.
We visited a number of schools including Victory Primary School, Stamshaw Junior School, Meon Infant School and Moorings Way Infant School yesterday to get a glimpse at some of the wonderful activities taking place.
As part of World Book Day, every child in full-time education in the UK and Ireland will receive a voucher to be spent on books across a number of stores.
Here are 175 superb pictures of youngsters celebrating World Book Day:
129. World Book Day: Officer Pugh
You wouldn't want to get on the wrong side of Officer Pugh - brilliant costume! Photo: Sophie Lewis
130. World Book Day: Mad Hatter and Queen of Hearts
What a superb duo! Happy World Book Day! Photo: Sophie Lewis
131. World Book Day: Mary Poppins
Practically perfect in every way - lovely Mary Poppins costume! Photo: Sophie Lewis
132. World Book Day: Draco Malfoy
Archie looks brilliant in his Draco Malfoy outfit! Photo: Sophie Lewis