The Doomsday Club: Shape-Shifters dressing-up ideas support the 2026 World Book Day £1/€1.50 book. Children can create their own shape-shifter mask using simple materials at home, with or without a printer.
Why it works
These dressing-up ideas encourage creativity, imaginative play, and hands-on fun. Children can engage with the characters from The Doomsday Club: Shape-Shifters, enjoy reading for pleasure, and join World Book Day celebrations confidently. The low-cost, flexible approach ensures everyone can take part.
How to use it
Children can either print and decorate the mask template or draw their own design if no printer is available. The activity works at home, in school, or in community settings and is a fun way to bring The Doomsday Club: Shape-Shifters to life.
Get started
Download the mask template and begin crafting. Children can use their masks while reading, acting out scenes, or joining World Book Day celebrations with friends and family. with friends and family.
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Use of World Book Day resources
These resources are free to use for schools, early years settings, libraries, charities, and community groups celebrating World Book Day. Commercial organisations must have a partnership or licence agreement in place before using World Book Day assets. If you are interested in working with us, please contact partnerships@worldbookday.com.