Finding the perfect book character costumes for teachers can be a challenge. You want something fun and recognizable. You want your costume to motivate your students to enjoy reading. Plus, you’re a teacher and so you’re definitely on a budget. Many of the items included were chosen for their flexibility to become part of your regular wardrobe even after Halloween or your Book Character Day.<\/p>\n

Many of the books chosen are Caldacott or Newberry award winners. Others are favorites from my own childhood. Some books included simply come highly recommended. Have a book you’d love to see included? Let me know! I’d love to add it.<\/p>\n

The huge list below gives tons of literature inspired costumes for teachers. We have costumes appropriate for elementary, middle school, and high school teachers. You’ll find we have costumes for both our male and female teachers. We even have a few that are for teachers who wear hijabs though many of the costumes could be adapted for modesty. Each picture that links to Amazon which means we might make a small commission, but it doesn’t cost you extra. We wanted to save you time by linking to things you’ll need to create the perfect costume. We know you spend your time grading and lesson planning leaving little time for preparing the fun stuff like costumes.<\/p>\n

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The Very Hungry\u00a0Caterpillar<\/em><\/h2>\n

\u00a0<\/span>Become The Very Hungry Caterpillar<\/em> from Eric Carle’s classic book. The pictures below link to everything you need to complete your metamorphosis. Don’t miss the felt pieces. You can stitch them on lightly to the skirt and then remove them to include in a dramatic play center at a felt board in your class. A costume you can reuse for academics? Yes please! You’ll need a shirt, skirt, socks, shoes, felt pieces, and antennae.<\/p>\n

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Arthur<\/em><\/h2>\n

<\/a>\u00a0Arthur was one of my favorite characters growing up. Recently you might have seen his memes popping up due to his uncanny resemblance to John Legend. Going as Arthur is simple. You need a yellow sweater, a crisp white button down, and some fake glasses. You can easily make his ears by cutting out a pattern out of foam and wrapping them around a headband.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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