Join us for the 80th celebration of CBCA Children's Book Week® in 2025!
This year’s theme, "Book an Adventure," invites readers of all ages to embark on thrilling journeys across lands, time, and memories through the magic of books.
Designed by the immensely talented Jess McGeachin, winner of the 2023 CBCA Book of the Year Award for Eve Pownall's "DEEP", this year’s theme reflects both the adventurous spirit of his work and the exciting stories waiting to be discovered. Published by Welbeck in 2022, "DEEP" captured imaginations with its breathtaking exploration of ocean depths, making McGeachin the perfect artist to create this year’s adventure-themed celebration.
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CBCA 2026 Themed Activities
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Book Week Costume Ideas
The team at Learn From Play have created dozens of easy DIY costumes to make Book Week a breeze.
Each costume has:
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A coloured and black and white colour-your-own printable mask.
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Step by step instructions to make it super easy for children and adults alike to construct.
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Easy DIY costume ideas that use items already around the house or readily available at a craft or party store.
Scarecrow Costume
Reindeer Costume
Dog Costume
Zombie Costume
Horse Costume
Pig Costume
Fox Costume
Orange Face Costume
Frankenstein Costume
Rat Costume
Cat Costume
Frog/Toad Costume
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CBCA Notable and Shortlisted Books
CBCA 2026 Themed Activities: Symphony of Stories
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