School children across the county spent the day as their favourite book characters.

Eastern Daily Press: The Mad Hatter. Photo: @RudiHareThe Mad Hatter. Photo: @RudiHare (Image: Archant)

World Book Day is a celebration of reading marked in more than 100 countries across the world.

Staff and pupils alike have been dressing up as their favourite characters and holding reading events to encourage a love of books.

Eastern Daily Press: Little Red Riding Hood. Photo: Nathan WiggerLittle Red Riding Hood. Photo: Nathan Wigger (Image: Archant)

From Postman Pat to Gangster Granny, here are some of the wonderful photos of creative costumes this World Book Day.

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Eastern Daily Press: Buzz Lightyear. Photo: Kay SimpsonBuzz Lightyear. Photo: Kay Simpson (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: One of the 101 dalmations. Photo: Martin BuckinghamOne of the 101 dalmations. Photo: Martin Buckingham (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: Postman Pat. Photo: OfficeWaterSuppliesPostman Pat. Photo: OfficeWaterSupplies (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: Cousins dressed as Alice and the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland on World Book Day. Photo: Kirstie DanielsCousins dressed as Alice and the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland on World Book Day. Photo: Kirstie Daniels (Image: Kirstie Daniels)

Eastern Daily Press: Mason Catling, aged 6, as Steve Backshall from the Deadly 60 books on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Mark CatlingMason Catling, aged 6, as Steve Backshall from the Deadly 60 books on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Mark Catling (Image: Mark Catling)

Eastern Daily Press: Jochen, Zayne and Kira Howard. Photo: Cheri HowardJochen, Zayne and Kira Howard. Photo: Cheri Howard (Image: Cheri Howard)

Eastern Daily Press: Jayden, 5 years old, dressed as the Gingerbread Man on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Coral GibbsJayden, 5 years old, dressed as the Gingerbread Man on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Coral Gibbs (Image: Coral Gibbs)

Eastern Daily Press: Rhys Edmonds dressed up as Wheres Wally? on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Ellie BrownRhys Edmonds dressed up as Wheres Wally? on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Ellie Brown (Image: Ellie Brown)

Eastern Daily Press: Hermione Granger, Miss Wormwood and Gangster Granny. Photo: Kirtsy RobinsonHermione Granger, Miss Wormwood and Gangster Granny. Photo: Kirtsy Robinson (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: Oliver Linford-Hazell as Spider-Man on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Zoe MyhillOliver Linford-Hazell as Spider-Man on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Zoe Myhill (Image: Zoe Myhill)

Eastern Daily Press: Lily, 7 years old, and Alfie, 4 years old, dresses as Jim Lad from the Pirate Next Door and Mary Poppins on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Sarah MayhewLily, 7 years old, and Alfie, 4 years old, dresses as Jim Lad from the Pirate Next Door and Mary Poppins on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Sarah Mayhew (Image: Sarah Mayhew)

Eastern Daily Press: Leo dressed as Q Pootle 5 on World Book Day 2019. Photo: James HewittLeo dressed as Q Pootle 5 on World Book Day 2019. Photo: James Hewitt (Image: James Hewitt)

Eastern Daily Press: Niamh Raines on World Book Day 2019. Harleston Primary School pupils have dressed vegetables as their favourite book character. Photo: Meryl RainesNiamh Raines on World Book Day 2019. Harleston Primary School pupils have dressed vegetables as their favourite book character. Photo: Meryl Raines (Image: Meryl Raines)

Eastern Daily Press: Ready for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Tabitha RudelhoffReady for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Tabitha Rudelhoff (Image: Tabitha Rudelhoff)

Eastern Daily Press: Michael as Gangster Granny and Daisy as Red Riding Hood on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Daisy SoallMichael as Gangster Granny and Daisy as Red Riding Hood on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Daisy Soall (Image: Daisy Soall)

Eastern Daily Press: Dressed as Willy Wonka on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Christine WrightDressed as Willy Wonka on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Christine Wright (Image: Christine Wright)

Eastern Daily Press: Ollie Davis, aged 7, and Charlie Read-Cook, aged 5, with 8 month old baby sister Isla Warmer on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Charlotte CookOllie Davis, aged 7, and Charlie Read-Cook, aged 5, with 8 month old baby sister Isla Warmer on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Charlotte Cook (Image: Charlotte Cook)

Eastern Daily Press: Daisy, aged 6, on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Sarah ClaydonDaisy, aged 6, on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Sarah Claydon (Image: Sarah Claydon)

Eastern Daily Press: Charlie, aged 9, and Evie, aged 6, from Ludham Primary School dressed as Jack and the Beanstalk and Little Miss Sunshine. Photo: Laura O'HalloranCharlie, aged 9, and Evie, aged 6, from Ludham Primary School dressed as Jack and the Beanstalk and Little Miss Sunshine. Photo: Laura O'Halloran (Image: Laura O'Halloran)

Eastern Daily Press: Ready for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Serena AkinReady for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Serena Akin (Image: Serena Akin)

Eastern Daily Press: Emilie-Rose Pamment as the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland. Photo: Victoria PammentEmilie-Rose Pamment as the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland. Photo: Victoria Pamment (Image: Victoria Pamment)

Eastern Daily Press: Sophie White, aged 10, dressed as Hermione Granger with a wand made by her grandad. Photo: Steven WhiteSophie White, aged 10, dressed as Hermione Granger with a wand made by her grandad. Photo: Steven White (Image: Steven White)

Eastern Daily Press: Paddington Bear on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Phillip SwashPaddington Bear on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Phillip Swash (Image: Phillip Swash)

Eastern Daily Press: Ready for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Carla ShaulReady for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Carla Shaul (Image: Carla Shaul)

Eastern Daily Press: Matilda Crush-Davison as Hilda on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Joseph DavisonMatilda Crush-Davison as Hilda on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Joseph Davison (Image: Joseph Davison)

Eastern Daily Press: Ready for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Vicky WilsonReady for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Vicky Wilson (Image: Vicky Wilson)

Eastern Daily Press: Jonah as a warrior from The Wizards of Once and Rupie as a crayon from The Day the Crayons Quit. Photo: Emma WhiteJonah as a warrior from The Wizards of Once and Rupie as a crayon from The Day the Crayons Quit. Photo: Emma White (Image: Emma White)

Eastern Daily Press: Millie and Olivia Seely, aged 9 and 7, as Gangtsa Granny and Mary Poppins. Photo: Louise SeelyMillie and Olivia Seely, aged 9 and 7, as Gangtsa Granny and Mary Poppins. Photo: Louise Seely (Image: Louise Seely)

Eastern Daily Press: Ready for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Alexia OlsenReady for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Alexia Olsen (Image: Alexia Olsen)

Eastern Daily Press: Stanley as Peter Pan and Archie as Mario on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Jacqui BrownStanley as Peter Pan and Archie as Mario on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Jacqui Brown (Image: Jacqui Brown)

Eastern Daily Press: Kaitlyn Summer Hope Richards, aged 5, dressed as the Queen of Hearts on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Gemma RichardsKaitlyn Summer Hope Richards, aged 5, dressed as the Queen of Hearts on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Gemma Richards (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: Dressed as Alice in Wonderland and Cat in the Hat. Photo: Agita BarauskaDressed as Alice in Wonderland and Cat in the Hat. Photo: Agita Barauska (Image: Agita Barauska)

Eastern Daily Press: Connor, aged 9, as Gingerbread Man from Fortnite. Photo: Kelly BennettConnor, aged 9, as Gingerbread Man from Fortnite. Photo: Kelly Bennett (Image: Kelly Bennett)

Eastern Daily Press: Lochlan, aged 3, as a minion from Dispicable Me. Photo: Kelly BennettLochlan, aged 3, as a minion from Dispicable Me. Photo: Kelly Bennett (Image: Kelly Bennett)

Eastern Daily Press: Emilio, 10 years old, dressed as Monkey Magic from The Monkey King. Photo: Baz BettskiEmilio, 10 years old, dressed as Monkey Magic from The Monkey King. Photo: Baz Bettski (Image: Baz Bettski)

Eastern Daily Press: Millie Barnes, aged 5, dressed as Alice Wonderland ready for World Book Day 2019 at Magdalen Gates School. Photo: Samantha BarnesMillie Barnes, aged 5, dressed as Alice Wonderland ready for World Book Day 2019 at Magdalen Gates School. Photo: Samantha Barnes (Image: Samantha Barnes)

Eastern Daily Press: Ready for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Ezme IsgateReady for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Ezme Isgate (Image: Ezme Isgate)

Eastern Daily Press: Jack, Polly and Annabelle from Corton Primary School in Lowestoft dressed as Diary of a Whimpy kid, Mary Poppins and Goldilocks. Photo: Jayne JacobsJack, Polly and Annabelle from Corton Primary School in Lowestoft dressed as Diary of a Whimpy kid, Mary Poppins and Goldilocks. Photo: Jayne Jacobs (Image: Jayne Jacobs)

Eastern Daily Press: Meg and Mog on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Rosy FurseMeg and Mog on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Rosy Furse (Image: Rosy Furse)

Eastern Daily Press: Meg and Mog on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Kelly FlyodMeg and Mog on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Kelly Flyod (Image: Rosy Furse)

Eastern Daily Press: Burt from David Walliams' Ratburger. Photo: Kelly FloydBurt from David Walliams' Ratburger. Photo: Kelly Floyd (Image: Kelly Floyd)

Eastern Daily Press: Ready for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Alexia OlsenReady for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Alexia Olsen (Image: Alexia Olsen)

Eastern Daily Press: Thurlton Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Thurlton Primary SchoolThurlton Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Thurlton Primary School (Image: Thurlton Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Grove House Infant and Nursery School celebrates World Book Day 2019. Photo: Grove House Infant and Nursery SchoolGrove House Infant and Nursery School celebrates World Book Day 2019. Photo: Grove House Infant and Nursery School (Image: Grove House Infant and Nursery School)

Eastern Daily Press: Catfield Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Catfield Primary SchoolCatfield Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Catfield Primary School (Image: Catfield Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Staff and students and Beccles Free School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Beccles Free SchoolStaff and students and Beccles Free School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Beccles Free School (Image: Beccles Free School)

Eastern Daily Press: Sacred Heart School students celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Sacred Heart SchoolSacred Heart School students celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Sacred Heart School (Image: Sacred Heart School)

Eastern Daily Press: Corton Primary School celebrated World Book Day 2019. Photo: Corton Primary SchoolCorton Primary School celebrated World Book Day 2019. Photo: Corton Primary School (Image: Corton Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Corton Primary School celebrated World Book Day 2019. Photo: Corton Primary SchoolCorton Primary School celebrated World Book Day 2019. Photo: Corton Primary School (Image: Corton Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Year 2 students celebrating World Book Day 2019 at Dell Primary School. Photo: Dell Primary SchoolYear 2 students celebrating World Book Day 2019 at Dell Primary School. Photo: Dell Primary School (Image: Dell Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham HallLangley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall (Image: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall)

Eastern Daily Press: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham HallLangley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall (Image: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall)

Eastern Daily Press: Mile Cross Primary School celebrates World Book Day 2019. Photo: Mile Cross Primary SchoolMile Cross Primary School celebrates World Book Day 2019. Photo: Mile Cross Primary School (Image: Mile Cross Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Hemsby Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Hemsby Primary SchoolHemsby Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Hemsby Primary School (Image: Hemsby Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Gresham's School celebrates World Book Day 2019. Photo: Gresham's SchoolGresham's School celebrates World Book Day 2019. Photo: Gresham's School (Image: Gresham's School)

Eastern Daily Press: Alburgh with Denton Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Alburgh with Denton Primary SchoolAlburgh with Denton Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Alburgh with Denton Primary School (Image: Alburgh with Denton Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Lingwood Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Lingwood Primary SchoolLingwood Primary School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Lingwood Primary School (Image: Lingwood Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Mulbarton Primary School children celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Mulbarton Primary SchoolMulbarton Primary School children celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Mulbarton Primary School (Image: Mulbarton Primary School)

Eastern Daily Press: Children at Charles Darwin Primary in Norwich dress up for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Charles Darwin PrimaryChildren at Charles Darwin Primary in Norwich dress up for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Charles Darwin Primary (Image: Charles Darwin Primary)

Eastern Daily Press: Children at Norwich Primary Academy dress up for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Norwich Primary AcademyChildren at Norwich Primary Academy dress up for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Norwich Primary Academy (Image: Norwich Primary Academy)

Eastern Daily Press: Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School celebrate World Book Day 2019. They also raised money for new books by doing a fun run. Picture:Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School celebrate World Book Day 2019. They also raised money for new books by doing a fun run. Picture: (Image: Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School)

Eastern Daily Press: Book Day celebrations at Town Close School. Photo: Town Close SchoolBook Day celebrations at Town Close School. Photo: Town Close School (Image: Town Close School)

Eastern Daily Press: Staff and children at Old Catton Junior School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Old Catton Junior SchoolStaff and children at Old Catton Junior School celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Old Catton Junior School (Image: Old Catton Junior School)

Eastern Daily Press: Imogen, Noah and Lila, aged 9, 8 and 14 months, dressed as a Dementor and Hermione Granger from Harry Potter and the baby from That’s Not My Baby. Photo: Charlotte AsheImogen, Noah and Lila, aged 9, 8 and 14 months, dressed as a Dementor and Hermione Granger from Harry Potter and the baby from That’s Not My Baby. Photo: Charlotte Ashe (Image: Charlotte Ashe)

Eastern Daily Press: James, aged 5, dressed as Tintin on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Louise HewittJames, aged 5, dressed as Tintin on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Louise Hewitt (Image: Louise Hewitt)

Eastern Daily Press: Mia Gammage, aged 5, as Goldilocks and Cameron Gammage, aged 9, as Harry Potter. Photo: Cameron GammageMia Gammage, aged 5, as Goldilocks and Cameron Gammage, aged 9, as Harry Potter. Photo: Cameron Gammage (Image: Cameron Gammage)

Eastern Daily Press: Poppy as Willy Wonka and her best friend Emily as one of the Oompa Loompas. Photo: Rebecca NutbournePoppy as Willy Wonka and her best friend Emily as one of the Oompa Loompas. Photo: Rebecca Nutbourne (Image: Rebecca Nutbourne)

Eastern Daily Press: Florence and Gracie as Matilda and Miss Trunchball. Photo: Ruth DawsonFlorence and Gracie as Matilda and Miss Trunchball. Photo: Ruth Dawson (Image: Ruth Dawson)

Eastern Daily Press: Phoebe as Gangsta Granny and Sophia as Wenda on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Charlotte JonesPhoebe as Gangsta Granny and Sophia as Wenda on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Charlotte Jones (Image: Charlotte Jones)

Eastern Daily Press: Oscar A Watson, aged 2 and a half, as his favourite character The Gruffalo. Photo: Victoria WatsonOscar A Watson, aged 2 and a half, as his favourite character The Gruffalo. Photo: Victoria Watson (Image: Victoria Watson)

Eastern Daily Press: Captain Milano (Adam Clarke, aged 6) with his parrot named Jack the Super. Pirate inspired by Horrible Histories. Photo: Donna-Louise BishopCaptain Milano (Adam Clarke, aged 6) with his parrot named Jack the Super. Pirate inspired by Horrible Histories. Photo: Donna-Louise Bishop (Image: Donna-Louise Bishop)

Eastern Daily Press: Lacey Aldridge arriving at Mike Cross Academy. Photo: Tracy de SousaLacey Aldridge arriving at Mike Cross Academy. Photo: Tracy de Sousa (Image: Tracy de Sousa)

Eastern Daily Press: Dressed as the Hungry Little Caterpillar for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Carrie ParkerDressed as the Hungry Little Caterpillar for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Carrie Parker (Image: Carrie Parker)

Eastern Daily Press: Ellis, aged 6, dressed as Mr Toad from the Wind in The Willows. Photo: Paula MatthewsEllis, aged 6, dressed as Mr Toad from the Wind in The Willows. Photo: Paula Matthews (Image: Paula Matthews)

Eastern Daily Press: Betty Croft dressed as Alice in Wonderland. Photo: Samantha SkourosBetty Croft dressed as Alice in Wonderland. Photo: Samantha Skouros (Image: Samantha Skouros)

Eastern Daily Press: Dressed as the Stickman for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Lynn StokesDressed as the Stickman for World Book Day 2019. Photo: Lynn Stokes (Image: Lynn Stokes)

Eastern Daily Press: 6 year old James as Wally, 11 year old Leah as Matilda, 8 year old Kyrah as Goldilocks and Emilia in the background as Tinkerbell. Photo: Sarah West6 year old James as Wally, 11 year old Leah as Matilda, 8 year old Kyrah as Goldilocks and Emilia in the background as Tinkerbell. Photo: Sarah West (Image: Sarah West)

Eastern Daily Press: Elisha Coe, aged 8, from Scarning, as Mary Poppins on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Tammy CoeElisha Coe, aged 8, from Scarning, as Mary Poppins on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Tammy Coe (Image: Tammy Coe)

Eastern Daily Press: Lucas, aged 5 at Angel Road Infants School as the Stick Man. Photo: Amy MooreLucas, aged 5 at Angel Road Infants School as the Stick Man. Photo: Amy Moore (Image: Amy Moore)

Eastern Daily Press: Goldilocks ready to go to Eaton Primary School on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Emma PinfoldGoldilocks ready to go to Eaton Primary School on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Emma Pinfold (Image: Emma Pinfold)

Eastern Daily Press: Toby Barber, aged 7, on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Laura BarberToby Barber, aged 7, on World Book Day 2019. Photo: Laura Barber (Image: Laura Barber)

Eastern Daily Press: Isabella Murrell, aged 4, with her first World Book Day dressed as Mary Poppins with the umbrella she handmade with her mum. Photo: Abbie WrightIsabella Murrell, aged 4, with her first World Book Day dressed as Mary Poppins with the umbrella she handmade with her mum. Photo: Abbie Wright (Image: Abbie Wright)

Eastern Daily Press: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham HallLangley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall celebrate World Book Day 2019. Photo: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall (Image: Langley Preparatory School at Taverham Hall)