38 Easy Book Week Costumes for Teachers (2024)

These easy DIY World Book Day and Book Week costumes for teachers and other adults can be put together quickly (even at the last minute) to celebrate with literary style that kids will love. (You can also wear them for Halloween!)

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I curated all of these book character costumes myself, focusing on teacher dress up ideas for literary characters that are popular and that you are most likely to teach in the classroom.

These book costumes are mostly female characters, along with a few that I believe can be worn by a male or female. I also focused on Book Week dress-up ideas for teachers that are more modest in appearance since they are generally meant for an adult to wear around children.

Most of these book week teacher costume ideas are from Amazon so you can quickly and easily shop them, but I also linked to some of my easy DIY ideas in case you prefer to create these outfits yourself.

Book Week Costumes for Teachers

What are good costumes for teachers?

Alice in Wonderland
Anne of Green Gables
Belle from Beauty and the Beast
The Cat in the Hat
Cinderella
Cindy Lou Who
Coraline
Cruella Deville
Daisy Buchanan
Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz
Eloise at the Plaza
Fern from Charlotte’s Web
Goldilocks
Handmaid
Harry Potter
Hermione Granger
Holly Golightly
Junie B. Jones
Katniss Everdeen
Kirsten Larson
Little Red Riding Hood
Madeline
Mary Poppins
Molly McIntire
Ms. Frizzle
Nancy Drew
Olivia the Pig
Peter Pan
Pippi Longstocking
Raggedy Ann
Rory Gilmore
Sherlock Holmes
Snow White
Wilma or Wenda from Where’s Waldo
Winnie the Pooh
Wonder Woman

Easy Book Week Costumes for Teachers

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Anne of Green Gables

"Kindred spirits" will love this Anne of Green Gables costume for women to dress as the late 1800s imaginative orphan girl in Canada.

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Coraline

This Coraline costume would be especially great to wear on a cold or rainy day on which you are doing outdoor activities.

Eloise at the Plaza

This Eloise costume helps you dress in an outfit just like the mischievous 6-year-old "city child" Eloise at Plaza with her classic black, white, and pink aesthetic.

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Fern Arable

This Fern Arable Costume is for fans of the children's classic Charlotte's Web, and it helps you pay homage to the young girl who saved Wilbur the pig, Wilbur himself, and Wilbur's wise spider friend, Charlotte, who spun miraculous webs.

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Hermione Granger

Calling all wizards! This costume celebrates the best friend of Harry Potter -- Hermione Granger. And, this female Hogwarts uniform costume is specially curated so that the recommended products can be pulled from your closet and/or re-worn in real life.

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Holly Golightly

For teachers of older students, create this Breakfast at Tiffany's look with the iconic black fancy dress costume like the outfit worn by Holly Golightly in the movie version of the classic book.

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Junie B. Jones

Since Junie B. Jones is a sassy and spunky kindergartener and first grader, her cute ensemble works best for teachers of these grade levels. Wear the basics or add some extras to look just like the young protagonist.

Kirsten Larson (American Girl)

Turn time back to the pioneer days with this Kirsten Larson (American Girl) costume that re-creates the nostalgic look of the beloved historical doll and book series.

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Madeline

This Madeline costume makes it so easy for you to dress as the classic children's literary character, including items that may already be in your closet.

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Molly McIntire (American Girl)

Teach students about World War II with this Molly McIntire (American Girl) costume that's so creative and nostalgic you just may wear these timeless pieces again.

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Nancy Drew

This Nancy Drew costume helps teachers dress conservatively for Book Week. Just add some investigatory accessories, like a magnifying glass, and get to cracking the cases with your students.

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Olivia the Pig

This Olivia the Pig costume is cute and comfortable to wear around young children who love this charming early readers' character.

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Pippi Longstocking

Have some fun with this colorful Pippi Longstocking costume that has the same aesthetic as the eccentric nine-year-old, orphan with red hair from the Swedish children's book.

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Rory Gilmore

With the rising popularity of Gilmore Girls with modern teenagers, high school teachers can consider dressing as television's biggest book lover, Rory Gilmore, with this Chilton uniform costume. It would be great for teaching the classics she loves so much on the show.

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More Book Week Costumes for Teachers

Get dozens more of the best literary book character costumes for women for Book Week and beyond, including modest female costumes that you can quickly and easily buy or DIY.

Conclusion

Now you know all the best Book Week costumes for teachers!

Pin this post to Pinterest because you can refer back to it when you need Book Week costume ideas for adults.

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38 Easy Book Week Costumes for Teachers (2024)

FAQs

How can you dress like a teacher? ›

Pair a dress shirt with dress pants and a blazer.

You can swap out a different top or a different blazer to go with the dress pants. You can also try wearing a brightly colored blazer or top with a dark-colored pair of pants. Wear flats or dress sneakers with this outfit for a comfortable, easy look.

Why do people dress up for Book Week? ›

Dressing up as a fictional character does have benefits

Some children will use their Book Week costume to play around with the fictional character and interact in role. A child I know revelled in dressing up as Professor Snape from Harry Potter and playfully patrolled the playground in character.

What is the best dress color for teachers? ›

You could also do navy or dark brown, but choose colors that provide a good base and go well with pretty much any other color, and avoid patterns.

What should I wear on teachers Day as a teacher? ›

What should teachers wear on Teachers' Day? Teachers are the pride of our nation. They are always recognised with the knowledge and wisdom they impart. As a teacher you can choose to wear a saree, suit set, kurta set, etc.

Can you wear leggings as a teacher? ›

Of course, jeans are the most commonly addressed item. Meanwhile, leggings seem to take a close second place. Teacher can wear leggings!

Can I wear jeans as a teacher? ›

Many schools in the US in particular have dress codes that do not allow teachers to wear jeans, or only allow them on “casual Fridays” or certain special days. This occurs for various reasons: Jeans in wider US culture are considered to be casual wear.

How to dress like a girl teacher? ›

Female Checklist
  1. White or neutral-colored button-down shirts.
  2. Blouses in various colors and patterns.
  3. Sweaters in neutral tones (V-neck, crew neck, or cardigans)
  4. Classic t-shirts or tops for a more casual look.
  5. Blazer or tailored jacket for a professional touch.
Oct 18, 2023

What to make for book week? ›

Whether your family loves fairytales, monster stories or Australian classics, there'll be something in this list for everyone!
  • Possum Magic cupcakes. ...
  • Teddy bear pancakes. ...
  • Chocolate cake. ...
  • Ballerina marshmallow pops. ...
  • The Very Hungry Caterpillar sandwiches. ...
  • The Very Hungry Caterpillar fruit snack. ...
  • Monster rice bubble treats.

What is the book week theme? ›

With our 2024 Children's Book Week theme; Reading is Magic, we're celebrating reading stories and their amazing power to transport minds. We are encouraging kids to be curious about the wonders in our world. It is a positive and affirming message for our young people.

What does professional dress look like for a teacher? ›

Teacher dress mirrors student dress: Oxford-style button-down shirt, dress pants, and tie. Women on the faculty are expected to dress similarly, business casual or better.

Should teachers have to dress up? ›

Don't stress about the dress

Teachers dressing appropriately can enhance their reputation and set a good example for their students. Many schools believe in a dress code for teachers. However, not all school districts have one. Some teachers think that a dress code is a violation of their freedom of choice.

Why should teachers have a dress code? ›

Dressing for success and following the established teacher dress code policy will help you obtain the respect and credibility necessary from students and parents. Students will tend to model the behavior and appearance they see in the classroom.

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