World Book & Copyright Day

What is World Book & Copyright Day?

World Book and Copyright Day is a special day when we celebrate books and reading all over the world. It's a time to enjoy stories, learn new things, and appreciate the hard work of authors and creators. We also talk about why it's important to respect the rights of people who make books and stories, so they can keep creating amazing things for us to read. This allows the people who created books and songs to get the credit and support they deserve. 

When is World Book & Copyright Day?

Tuesday, 23 April

Activities:

• Group Time: Brainstorm everyone's favourite books and take turns in reading these books to the class 
• Organise a book swap where the children can exchange books with their peers
• Encourage the children to create their own front page for their first book using arts and craft materials
• Invite a local children's author to visit the classroom to share their story and how they wrote it 
• Discuss the importance of copyright and how copyright protects creator's hard work 
• Create a reading nook for the children to read either books they have brought in, or exchanged in the classroom