10 of the cutest Book Week costumes for preschoolers
Adorable, affordable ideas for your littles.
Have a little one celebrating their first Book Week this year?
Explore a range of adorable and affordable Book Week costume ideas for preschoolers available online and in store from Big W.
From playful characters to magical outfits, there’s something perfect for every tiny tot.
Make their first Book Week memorable with a costume that captures their imagination and brings their favourite stories to life!
Book Week 2025: Book an Adventure
Mark your calendars! Book Week 2025 will take place from August 16 to August 23, 2025, and the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) has announced this year’s theme: ‘Book an Adventure’.
The theme celebrates the magic of stories and their incredible power to transport us, whether across time, into fantastical lands, or deep into the minds of others. Every book is an adventure waiting to begin.
This year’s feature artist, Jess McGeachin, has beautifully captured this spirit with a whimsical map filled with imaginary characters and far-off places. His playful artwork invites children to dream, explore, and get lost in the wonder of reading.
2025 is also a milestone year, marking 80 years of Children’s Book Week. For eight decades, the CBCA has inspired generations of young readers, and Jess’ illustration is a joyful celebration of that legacy, reminding us all that every page turned is a new adventure begun.
10 of the cutest Book Week costumes for preschoolers
Care Bears Funshine Bear Costume
from $55.80
Your little one can rock a nostalgic Care Bears costume at the Book Week parade!
From classic TV shows and books to cuddly plush toys, Care Bears have been a cherished part of childhood for decades.
Key features:
- Plush all in one bright yellow jumpsuit with front zipper closure and trademark belly badge of a sun in the centre of the tummy
- Jumpsuit has an attached fibre filled headpiece to appear 3D plus stitched on facial features, 3D ears and a tuft of faux fur
- Care Bear onesies are a unisex products
- Shoes are not included
- This is an officially licensed Care Bears product
Bluey Classic Costume 1 Set – Toddler
from $30
Pre-schoolers everywhere adore Bluey, making a Bluey costume a top pick for Book Week.
Your little one will love bringing the beloved pup to life.
Key features:
- Jumpsuit with digitally printed spots and arm cuffs
- Jumpsuit features an attached stiffened felt tail and has velcro closures at rear
- Headpiece is a plastic headband with fabric ears attached
- Shoes not included
- This is an officially licensed Bluey product
Monsters Inc Sully Deluxe Child Costume – Size M
from $44.60
Boo! A favourite character from Disney Pixar’s Monsters, Inc, Sulley, is a hairy blue and purple-spotted Monster with horns.
Key features:
- All in one furry jumpsuit with sewn in belly piece plus velcro at rear to secure
- Jumpsuit features fibre filled attached tail with felt ridges, plus purple printed spots
- Headpiece is in faux fur fabric with 3D facial features, faux monster hair and fibre filled horns
- Socks not included
- Size: 5-6 Years
- Height Range to 116cm
- This is an officially licensed Disney Pixar product
Barbie astronaut costume
from $53
Looking for a Book Week costume that is out of this world? Barbie can be anyone, including an astronaut.
Key features:
- Digitally printed all in one jumpsuit in white with pink and silver highlights
- Jumpsuit features logos and space decals as well as attached satin belt and 3D shoulder pieces
- Silver boot tops are attached to the jumpsuit and are designed to look like moon boots
- Velcro closures
- This is an officially licensed Mattel Barbie product
Where’s Wally child costume
from $45.99
This costume includes a classic striped top, trousers, hat, and glasses. Blend into the crowd and see if anyone can find you!
Key features:
- Wheres Wally Child Costume
- Size 5-7
- Top, Trousers, Hat & Glasses
- Shoes not included
Unicorn Onesie Costume
from $36.90
If your little one is obsessed with unicorns, then this onesie is the perfect choice for Book Week.
Key features:
- Unicorn Costume
- Size 5-7
- All in One
- Shoes not included
Dragon Costume
from $39.99
The red scale onesie features a bright yellow tummy patch, red and yellow wings and tail, and a hood with an adorable dragon face. It’s a roarsome pick Book Week.
Key features:
- All-in-One with Hood, Tail & Wings
- Fit & Sizing: See size chart image for details.
- Care Instructions: Sponge clean only. Do not tumble dry, bleach, iron or dry clean. Dry on clothesline in shade.
Garden Fairy Kids Costume
from $30
Let your child shine in the Book Week parade wearing a magical Garden Fairy Costume.
Key features:
- 2 pieces per package
- 1 dress
- 1 set of wings
- Size: 5-7 years
- Costume
Zoo Keeper Costume
from $31
Get ready for Book Week with this fun Zoo Keeper Costume – it’s perfect for animal lovers
Key features:
- 3 Pieces: Top, Shorts & Hat
- Size: 4-6 Years
- Featuring Khaki pullover shirt with printed pockets, keys and Zoo Keeper badge and matching elastic waisted trousers. Complete the costume with a matching khaki bucket hat
Chef Costume
from $30
This classic Chef outfit includes a crisp white tunic with chequered trim and a white Toque hat, just like the real thing!
Key features:
- 2 pieces: Jacket & Hat
- Size: 4-6 Years
- Care Instructions: Sponge clean only. Do not tumble dry, bleach, iron or dry clean. Dry on clothesline in shade.
