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Pre-K -Year 6, 4 x classes per grade, Year 6 Library Leaders-25

Students dressed up in their costume for the BW assembly

Class teachers, specialist teachers, primary exec, teaching assistants all joined in the fun for Book Week (and dressed up too!)

Shortlisted Books/Voting

These were read live (to each class via Zoom during lessons) or available on Storybox Library.

Students voted via google form or via poll for younger students during live zoom library lessons in the week before Book Week.

Author Visit-Zoom

We had Deb Abela visit three different year levels. I sent Deb my Zoom Link and she shared her screen and had control over everything at her end. Deb was amazing!

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Pre-K -Year 6, 4 x classes per grade, Year 6 Library Leaders-25 Students dressed up in their costume for the BW assembly Class teachers, specialist teachers, primary exec, teaching assistants all joined in the fun for Book Week (and dressed up too!)

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Generally, books cannot be read to students online, either live-streamed or recorded. Smartcopying offers covering this situation.

However, some publishers have agreed to reinstate the 2020 Storytime Agreement for those schools in lockdown, allowing reading online to occur under certain conditions.

Those conditions include

Some publishers have imposed other conditions such as only those titles shortlisted for the CBCA Book of the Year Awards so you are urged to consult the agreement for each publisher for their T&C.

If you have a specific request, contact the publisher directly.

The permissions ONLY apply to Australian publications and publishers because they only hold the rights to certain titles. For example a book published by HarperCollins US or HarperCollins GB (or an imprint of theirs) does not qualify.

The following publishers have responded to requests and have agreed to implement the conditions of the 2020 Storytime Agreement...

If a publisher is not listed here, you can try to contact them directly for permission. Otherwise, you must assume the conditions identified on the (Q3) apply. Smartcopying information page

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Generally, books cannot be read to students online, either live-streamed or recorded. Smartcopying offers covering this situation. However, some publishers have agreed to reinstate the 2020 Storytime Agreement for those schools in lockdown, allowing reading online to occur under certain conditions.

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resources for all shortlisted books plus more
Winner announced 12noon Aug 20

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Launching nationwide in 2022, this innovative program brings Australia's young readers directly into the CBCA Book of the Year Awards conversation. Rolled out through schools, libraries and book clubs, the professionally judged Shortlist is "shadowed" with the same criteria to find the Book of the Year voiced by the target readers themselves.

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Launching nationwide in 2022, this innovative program brings Australia's young readers directly into the CBCA Book of the Year Awards conversation. Rolled out through schools, libraries and book clubs, the professionally judged Shortlist is "shadowed" with the same criteria to find the Book of the Year voiced by the target readers themselves.

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Dart Connections

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Book Week 2021

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Join a game of kahoot here. Kahoot! is a free game-based learning platform that makes it fun to learn - any subject, in any language, on any device, for all ages!

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Collection: Shortlisted for the 2021 CBCA Book of the Year: Older Readers

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Shortlisted for the 2021 CBCA Book of the Year: Younger Readers

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Book Week for Beginners has been developed to support those who are new to celebrating CBCA Book Week .

With the support of a number of teacher librarians throughout Australia who have generously shared their experience and expertise, this is a resource that may help suggest ideas and answer questions about

promotion and celebration

logistics and organisation

creating displays

activities for the shortlisted books suitable for primary

activities to support the year's theme

linking the celebrations to literacy, literature, information literacy and other curriculum outcomes

author visits

integrating ICT

I thank those who have contributed to this over the years since 2013 when it first began as a wiki as part of a social media assignment for my M.I.S.
Teacher Librarian M.Ed.(TL), M.App.Sci.(TL), M.I.S. (Children's Services) Dromkeen Librarian's Award 2003 COOMA NSW 2630 AUSTRALIA Together, we learn from each other The Bottom Shelf http://thebottomshelf.edublogs.org/Storybook Cushions http:// bit.ly/storybook_cushions

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Awards guide

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AVAILABLE NOW - IMMEDIATE SHIPPING ** Take an in-depth look at every title in the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Book of the Year Awards, in the fastest possible time with this comprehensive two-volume guide.

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Celebrating the 2021 CBCA Shortlisted books

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BOOK WEEEK 2022  DREAMING WITH EYES OPEN

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Reading club - students choose something from shortlist
students choose books that suit the theme for display
student created reviews - display and publish
'adopt a book' - integrate with other faculties
Play - create a script based on the theme, and have teachers act it out - record as video for online viewing
Book profiles for social media (facebook or instagram)
Book tasting each table a different genre
short story writing competition using Pobble 365 resources
Book trailers based on shortlist
Kahoot quizzes
Bookface competition - whose behind the book?
Where in the World - identify the book based on the location
Author Visit - either in person or online
Book cover artwork quiz - can you identify the name of the book by a piece of the cover?
Reading Pets competition
Book Bento / Book styling competition
Close up covers quiz
Emoji book titles
Silhouette Characters

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* can create a quiz for students to answer or they can create their own
* templates or create your own
crate using web browser, scan QR code with an ipad/phone and enjoy

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Metaverse is the easiest way to create Augmented Reality experiences. No programming required.

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Welcome to the Sport of Reading!

BestStart Educare founder Chloe Wright dies

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of BestStart Educare founder Chloe Wright.

The Wright family released a statement saying she had passed away at her home in &Omacr;mokoroa.

Macquarie College wins 2023 KLQ World Final

Many congratulations to Macquarie College of Australia on winning the 2023 KLQ World Final, held on Saturday 22nd July 2023 at Havelock North Intermediate School, New Zealand. The New Zealand team from Waimea Intermediate came second, and third place went to ACS Jakarta of Indonesia.

Waimea Intermediate wins New Zealand National Final 2023

Many congratulations to Waimea Intermediate on winning the New Zealand National Final, held on 17th June 2023.

Second place was taken by Marian Catholic School, and Karori Normal School came third.

Macquarie College wins Australian National Final 2023

Many congratulations to Macquarie College on winning the Australia National Final, held on 5th June 2023.

Second place was taken by Blue Mountain Grammar, and Shore Senior School came third.

Shrewsbury Bangkok Team 2 wins Thailand National Final 2023

Many congratulations to Shrewsbury Bangkok Team 2 on winning the Thailand National Final, held on 15th May 2023.

Two teams tied for second place: Bangkok Patana Team 3 and Phuket School Team 3.

Third place was taken by The American School of Bangkok, Team 2.

ACS Jakarta wins Indonesia National Final 2023

Many congratulations to ACS Jakarta on winning the Indonesia National Final 2023.

Second place was taken by Raffles Christian School - Kebun Jeruk, and Binus School - Simprug came third.

New Zealand Reading Ambassador

We proudly congratulate the appointment of Alan Dingley from Palmerston North Intermediate Normal School as the new Reading Ambassador for Children and Young People in New Zealand. As a reading role model Alan will promote the importance of reading for pleasure and will inspire readers across New Zealand to appreciate both New Zealand and international literature.

Alan's Kids' Lit Quiz team came second in the international Kids' Lit Quiz Final in Singapore in 2019.

Manor Gardens School wins South Africa National Final 2023

Many congratulations to Manor Gardens School on winning the South Africa National Final 2023.

Second place was taken by Grove School (Team 1), and St John's College came third.

Cooper Middle School, Virginia win USA National Final 2023

Many congratulations to Cooper Middle School, Virginia, on winning the 2023 USA Final.

Sedgwick Middle School came second, and third place was taken by King Philip Middle School.

Belmont Intermediate win New Zealand National Final 2022

Many congratulations to Belmont Intermediate, who won the New Zealand National Final on Saturday 12th November 2022.

Second place was taken by Tawa Intermediate, and Karoro School came third.

Shore Senior School win Australia National Final 2022

Many congratulations to Shore Senior School on winning the Australia National Final on 12th August 2022.

Second place was taken by Neutral Bay Primary School, and Luther College came third.

Harrow Team 4 win Thailand National Final

Many congratulations to Team 4 from Harrow on winning the Thailand National Final on 11th May 2022.

Harrow Team 2 came second, and third place went to Bangkok Prep, Team 1.

Westville Senior Primary win 2022 South Africa National Final

The 2022 Australia National Final, held on 5th March 2022 at Roedean School, Johannesburg, has been won by Westville Senior Primary School. Many congratulations to them!

Second place was taken by The Grove School, and Greenwood Bay came third.

2022 Indonesia Heats and Final Cancelled

We regret to announce that the 2022 KLQ Indonesia heats and final have been cancelled because of the spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19.

2022 New Zealand Heats and Final Postponed

The New Zealand heats and final of the 2022 Kids' Lit Quiz have been postponed until the second half of this year This is due to the emergence of Omicron and government regulations which limit gatherings.

Regional coordinators will be advised of new dates in due course.

UPDATE 22 OCT 2021: NEW ZEALAND FINAL CANCELLED
The 2021 New Zealand Kids' Lit Quiz Final (which was due to take place on 20 November 2021) has been officially CANCELLED because of Covid-19 restrictions.
Citipointe Christian College (Queensland) win 2021 Australia National Final

The 2021 Australia National Final, held online on 12th November, has been won by Citipointe Christian College (Queensland). Many congratulations to them!

Second place was taken by Luther College (Victoria), and Neutral Bay Public School (NSW) came third.

KLQ Celebrates 30 Years

On 19th May 2021 at the Waikato heat we had a great night of festivities celebrating thirty years since KLQ started in Hamilton.

Thailand Heat and Final Postponed

The Thailand Heat and National Final have had to be postponed because of the global pandemic. Details of a rearranged date will be posted here as soon as they become available.

South African Heats Cancelled

Due to ongoing concerns with the COVID virus we have been forced to cancel the South African Heats.

School Librarians United Podcast

Amy Hermon of School Librarians United in Michigan interviews Julie Huggins of Kids' Lit Quiz New Zealand.

Learn how Julie builds a culture of reading AND coaches a winning Kids' Lit Quiz team!

This excellent podcast is motivational and inspirational, and is for all librarians wanting to know more about the KLQ and how to get their schools involved and their kids motivated.

Havelock North Intermediate win 2020 New Zealand Final

Many congratulations to Havelock North Intermediate, winners of the 2020 New Zealand Final held at the National Library of New Zealand on 15th November 2020.

Second place was taken by Tauranga Intermediate, and Southwell School came third.

Iona College win 2020 Australia Final

Many congratulations to Iona College (Queensland), who came first in the 2020 Australia Final held (virtually) on 23rd October.

Canberra Grammar School (Team 2) came second, and third place was taken by Frensham School (NSW).

Binus Bekasi win 2020 Indonesia Final

Many congratulations to Binus Bekasi, who came first in the 2020 Indonesia Final held (virtually) on 6th June 2020.

Binus Serpong came second, and third place was taken by Raffles Kerbun Jeruk.

Resumption of New Zealand Quizzes

We are delighted to announce that the postponed New Zealand quizzes will resume from 24 August 2020.

Full details of the heats and final can be found on our Schedule of Heats and Finals page.

Indonesia 2020 Heat and Final to take place on digital platform YLearn

The Indonesia 2020 Heat and Final will take place on the digital platform YLearn.

For full details please see the schedule of heats and finals for Indonesia.

Singapore 2020 Heats -- CANCELLED --

We are sorry to have to announce that the Singapore 2020 Heats and Final have had to be cancelled because of the ongoing situation with COVID-19.

Suggested List of Books to Read

Wayne Mills, the KLQ Quizmaster, has put together a list of titles that KLQ fans may enjoy.

With children at home during this enforced period it doesn't mean that they can't travel beyond their home with titles such as these.

Remaining 2020 Heats -- POSTPONED --

All remaining regional quizzes (Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia) are on hold until further notice because of the spread of COVID-19.

Update 22 April 2020: The Singapore 2020 competition has had to be cancelled.

Currently it is hoped that the New Zealand heats can be held in September 2020. Please check back here regularly for further details and for information about the other regional heats.

The Australia heat in Canberra, formerly announced to be postponed until 25 March, is now on hold until further notice.

KLQ World Final 2020 -- CANCELLED --

In the interest of students, their families and coaches the New Zealand Board of the Kids' Lit Quiz have been forced to announce the cancellation of this year's World Final due to the spread of COVID-19. With students and families expected from five continents the risk of travelling to NZ posed too many potential risks to student welfare and to the country as a whole.

All remaining regional quizzes (Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, and Singapore) are on hold until further notice because of the spread of COVID-19.

Parkview Senior School win KLQ 2020 South Africa Final

Many congratulations to Parkview Senior School on winning the 2020 South Africa National Final.

Heronbridge School came second, and third place was taken by Kenridge Primary School.

The Kids' Lit Quiz is an annual literature competition for children aged 10 to 13. It puts readers onto the stage and lets them compete for fantastic prizes.

Here on our website you can find out all about KLQ, try some practice questions, discover how to enter a team and view quizzes past and future (and results) on the Schedule of Heats and Finals.

The Kids' Lit Quiz is a not-for-profit organisation which has (or is about to obtain) charity status in some of the countries in which it operates. It is run and managed exclusively by volunteers, who give up hours of their time to enable the competition to thrive and grow. Each country has a National co-ordinator backed up by regional co-ordinators and dozens of voluntary helpers.

Since it began in 1991 the quiz has spread across the world, with national competitions being held in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Indonesia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and the USA. You can jump quickly to more information about your country using the KLQ Across the World section on the right of every page.

In compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation we have updated our Data Protection Policy and our Website Legal Disclaimer. Both can be found on our Legal Documentation page. Your use of this website is subject to the terms and conditions found in our Legal Disclaimer.

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Leonie Veerman: How well do you know your way around literature? Have a look at these maps and find out if you know which fictional worlds they chart

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Publisher blurb: Every day is a misery for a nameless, motherless Southern girl who is treated cruelly by her pa and brothers. Her life changes forever when a runaway slave named Zenobia turns to her for help and shelter. Longing for her own freedom, the girl decides to run away, and she and Zenobia set off on a harrowing journey. Along the way, Zenobia names the girl Lark, after the bird, for her ability to mimic its song. Running by night, hiding by day, the girls are pursued by Lark's pa and brothers and by ruthless slave catchers. Brightwell, another runaway slave, joins them, and the three follow secret signs to a stop on the Underground Railroad. When the hideout is raided and Zenobia and Brightwell are captured, Lark sets out alone to rescue her friends.
Cliffhanger endings for nearly every chapter prove that adventure tropes can work just as well in historical fiction to keep the pages turning, and a happy but bittersweet conclusion ensures that both girls finally find safety. Bulletin of the Centre for Children's Books
I read this book as an ebook. It was first published in 2014 and here in Australia the paperback is nearly $25 which seems terrible to me considering this is a book with just 300 pages. I much prefer print books but the advantage of an ebook is I can highlight pieces of text to quote here which will give you a flavour of this powerful writing:
"I don't have no name. My mama died just when I were borned and nobody bothered to give me one, ceptin Grandpa, who always called me Sweet Girl when we were alone." "I squared my chin and bit down on my tongue to keep it from waggin me into trouble again." "I learnt a long time ago that turnin into a shadow, disappearin into whatever was round me were sometimes the only way to stay alive." "I belonged to him, like his hunting dogs and his guns. He wouldn't never give up looking for me around here." "Grandpa always told me that bad beginnings are a sign of a good endin. I hoped I didn't have to wait too long for a the good to come." "And why did I have to take a beatin for someone I didn't even know, or care about? Someone who probably wouldn't give me a butter bean if I were the hungry one. Why should I risk my own hide for her?" "Not bad enough that I'm a mite smaller than most girls, and that my ugly red hair stands out like broom corn, but now look what I were stuck with - a tall, raggedy runaway slave girl who dragged trouble behind her like a tail. We'd stick out worse n'chickens in Sunday dresses." "What were that bird you were singin to?' 'That were a lark,' I answered. 'I be thinking on that and now I namin you Lark, ... that a name you can keep. You (are) Lark." "I looked down. Me and Zenobia set next to each other, our arms wrapped around out legs. Her arms was the colour of dark clover honey, mine pale, white, and freckled like a wood thrush's chest. I had forgot that we was different colours."
There are some rich words in this book and I enjoyed the authentic Southern voice. I learnt these new words: scuppernong (grape); crawdad (crayfish); fetters (metal ankle chains); pinders (peanuts); buckeye (a seed); and milk name (first name given to a baby).

Here in Australia we have a weekly newspaper column penned by the radio journalist and presenter Richard Glover. I love these quotes from his recent writings:

Saturday 24th July, 2021 "Books are best read in one or two sittings. In the before times, I could take a couple of weeks to read a book ... The plot would lose it momentum. ... A good author deserves a few hours of continuous reading."

I'm glad I read Running out of Night over two or three long and very absorbing sessions.

Saturday 30th April, 2021 "Every book is a meeting of minds. ... Reading is an intense experience. ... The reader, after all, is the one who brings the text to life. A text without a reader, is a score without a piano. And then there's the variation in pianos - some are out of tune, unable to even attempt the high notes; others have the ability to bring the score to tuneful life. ... Certainly, reading is not a passive activity. If the book is good, it should be transformative, leaving you slightly altered. Maybe even improved." SMH

I would add to this some wisdom (not as well expressed) about the way, as a reader, you put yourself into the hands of an author - trusting they will keep you (and their characters who may now be your friends) safe. I felt this way right through Running out of Night. So many utterly dreadful, violent, frightening, and truly terrible things happen to Lark and her new friends but I just kept hold of Sharon Lovejoy's hand, confident in the knowledge she would keep me, and those precious children, safe.

In the author notes I discovered Sharon Lovejoy once owned a herb shop. In this book Lark uses herbs with great care and wisdom. Sharon has added her own passion to the story in a beautiful way. I recommend Running out of Night for mature readers aged 11+.

This book reminded me of these:

I am now also keen to read Elijah of Buxton by Christopher Paul Curtis. Reviews also mention Trouble don't last by Shelley Pearsall and Stealing Freedom by Elisa Carbone.

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During Book Week every year we celebrate the importance of reading by sharing our favourite books with others and dressing up as a fictional character. Here are a few ideas for quick and easy costumes for your Book Week parade in 2021.

Bluey
ABC Kids' most popular TV Show, Bluey, is now a bestselling collection of books that have been dominating the charts since their release in November 2019. Pick a story based on a hit episode, such as , , , , , , , Daddy Putdown or Verandah Santa and dress up as a member of the Heeler family.

It can be as easy as wearing all-blue or all-orange and downloading one of our Bluey and Bingo paper masks.

Fart and Burp are Superstinkers
Whoosh! Weeeee! Zoom around school saving people from bullies and other trouble with our smelly friends, Fart and Burp. Wear all-brown or all-purple and put on a blue or red cape! Go all out by making something puffy, or putting a face on it, like these legends featured on Zoë Foster Blake's Instagram.

Buy the book: Fart and Burp are Superstinkers by Zoë Foster Blake and Adam Nickel

Where Are You, Magoo?
Magoo is a rascally red dog who can't help but get into trouble! Frank Woodley really captures the essence of Magoo in his read aloud video of We Love You Magoo. Draw some red puppy ears and attach them to a headband, then create a red tail and attach it to a belt. Alternatively, download the Magoo mask made by illustrator Briony Stewart.

Buy the latest book: Where Are You, Magoo? by Briony Stewart

The Very Hungry Caterpillar
A celebrity in their own right, the Very Hungry Caterpillar has a special place in all our hearts. Dress up as a caterpillar by wearing all green and downloading the Very Hungry Caterpillar mask (you won't even need to colour it in!). The masks work best when you stick them to a piece of cardboard and tape it to a ruler or small stick on the side - like a masquerade ball mask.

Buy the book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle

Where is the Green Sheep?
Everyone loves a beloved Mem Fox story for Book Week. Dress in all green, download the Green Sheep mask and get prepared to hear 'THERE'S the Green Sheep!' all day long.

Buy the book: Where is the Green Sheep? by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek

Little Gem
Little Gem is the most adorable witch you'll ever meet. When dressing as Gem, think: Baggy is best. Find an oversized shirt (preferably with long sleeves), stitch a green and a purple patch to the front, don a witches hat and some stripy socks. Don't forget your broomstick!

Buy the latest book: Little Gem and the Mysterious Letters by Anna Zobel

Roald Dahl's Matilda and The BFG
When dressing up as the BFG (which stands for Big Friendly Giant), it's all about the huge ears! Download and print the BFG's ears and stick them on a plastic headband. For the rest of the outfit, wear a light-coloured shirt, vest, and long pants. For a prop, roll up a piece of paper as the BFG's trumpet, so you can blow good dreams into children's windows at night.

Buy the book: by Roald Dahl

Matilda is total bookworm #goals. A read-a-holic and smartypants with just a little bit of magic, Matilda is a popular Book Week parade costume every year. Simply wear a blue dress and carry a big stack of books! Make it extra cheeky by carrying a toy newt in your other hand.

Buy the book: by Roald Dahl

Alice-Miranda
Alice-Miranda is confident, brilliant and relentlessly kind - a fabulous role model and great character choice for a Book Week parade. The best news of all is that this is a very flexible character. There are now 20 books in the series and Alice-Miranda embarks on a new adventure (and often a new location) in all of them. Forgot that it was costume day? Wear a school uniform with a pink hairband or download this Alice-Miranda mask and voila! Dress as Alice-Miranda in Egypt by using a wide-brimmed sunhat, pink scarf and a white dress with tights underneath.

Buy the latest book: Alice-Miranda in Egypt by Jacqueline Harvey

Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Greg Heffley from the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series is one of the most iconic children's book characters of this generation. Greg is drawn as a simplistic stick-figure-style character, so you'll need to wear plain clothing - a white t-shirt and jeans or neutral-coloured pants - and download this Wimpy Kid mask.

Buy the latest book: Diary of a Wimpy Kid 15: The Deep End by Jeff Kinney

Ginger Meggs
Celebrate 100 years of Australia's legendary larrikin and longest-running comic strip, Ginger Meggs! All you need to dress as Ginger is a white t-shirt and black vest, red pants, red hair and a toy dog and/or toy monkey.

Buy the book: Ginger Meggs by Tristan Bancks and Jason Chatfield

Friday Barnes
She's bold, she's intelligent, she solves a lot of mysteries but misses a lot of social cues - meet Friday Barnes, girl detective. Friday is most known for rocking her 'daggy' outfit: blue jeans, a yellow and white stripy shirt, cheap red shoes, brown cardigan, hair in pigtails and pork pie hat. Learn a little more about Friday and her adventures in this series recap video.

Buy the book: Friday Barnes 9: No Escape by R.A. Spratt

Ranger's Apprentice
Dive into the fantasy world of the Ranger's Apprentice series by dressing as Will Treaty. This costume will require some layers, so round up some light-coloured pants, a long-sleeved shirt and then a tunic to go over the top - any oversized, short-sleeved shirt will do. Add a belt, brown or green hooded cape and pick up your toy archer's bow or toy cardboard sword. For a more involved costume, make your own Ranger's Apprentice cloak.

Buy the latest book: Ranger's Apprentice The Royal Ranger 4: The Missing Prince by John Flanagan

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