SCHOOLS across the district have been dressing up to celebrate World Book Day.

The event is the world’s biggest initiative to provide young people in the country with a book of their own.

It is also a great opportunity for youngsters to bring their favourite book characters to life and fundraise at the same time.

Times readers have been sending in photos of their little ones dressed up for the occasion.

Check out our gallery above and see which costume you think is the best.

Thank you to everyone who has sent in photos so far. Keep them coming and we'll get another gallery up online as soon as we can.