Thursday, March 6, marks World Book Day so children across the borough have been getting dressed up as their favourite characters.
From Harry Potter to Mr Twit, there is a wide variety of costumes on display this year.
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We’ve been inundated with pictures so here is our first batch of pictures sent into the Shields Gazette Facebook group.
Take a look through as these great World Book Day costumes.
1. World Book Day 2025
Children across South Tyneside have been taking part in World Book Day 2025. | Other 3rd Parties
2. Hedwig and Hermione
Seven-year-olds Thea and Ivory as Hedwig and Hermione | Loren Nightingale
3. Harry Potter
Eight-year-old Harry dressed up as Harry Potter. | Vicky Mcdonald
4. Wonder Woman
Four-year-old Summer as Wonder Woman. | Chelsea Johnston