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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Alfie Packham

Extra stress or a bit of fun? Teachers and parents discuss World Book Day

Children and a teacher in their costumes
World Book Day celebrations at St Paul's school in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, on Thursday. Photograph: Jason-Bryant/JasonBryant/BNPS

Thursday is World Book Day in the UK and Ireland, with many primary schools encouraging children to take part.

However, schools in England are moving away from dressing up for the event due to concerns that the activity could detract from the promotion of reading for pleasure, experts say.

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