Initial Sounds - s, a, t, p, i, n Writing Practise
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Reading, 2027
World book day 2027
World book day 2027 is in early March. Pair the costume with a short burst of reading, comprehension or story writing at home. Our English packs cover every year group and include reading and writing tasks linked to favourite books.
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Drop your email in. World book day 2027 packs open in mid February. We send your one-time 15% off code the morning the window opens.
Worksheets to start with
Phonics - ie, y, igh, i-e Words
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Phonics - ow Words
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Phonics - ay, ai, a-e Words
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Phonics - ow, oa, o-e Words
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Using Speech Bubbles and Speech Marks (2)
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Non - Chronological Report - Volcanoes
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Phonics - Short ‘oo’
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What is world book day?
World book day is the UK annual celebration of reading. Schools dress up, share favourite books, and run reading-focused lessons. The day is a great moment to top up reading comprehension and story writing at home.
When is world book day 2027?
World book day 2027 falls in the first week of March. Most schools mark the day with a dress-up theme and parents are sent a £1 book token to use at any bookshop.
How can I make world book day count at home?
Pair the dress-up with five minutes of focused reading practice. Our packs cover reading comprehension, story planning and writing, so the day links to learning rather than just costumes.
Frequently asked questions
When is world book day 2027?
World book day 2027 is the first Thursday in March. Schools celebrate on the day, and many run reading themes for the full week.
What is the £1 book token?
Every child in nursery, primary and secondary school in the UK gets a £1 book token they can use at any bookshop. The token is usually sent home in the week of world book day.
What are the best world book day activities for KS1 children?
Picture book retelling, simple character drawing, and short writing tasks like "my favourite book is..." work well at home. Our KS1 English packs cover all three.
What are the best world book day activities for KS2 children?
Story planning, book reviews, and writing in the style of a favourite author all build skills that link to school. Our KS2 English packs include each of these.