Youngsters across East Devon and South Somerset dress as their favourite storybook characters

Midweek Herald: Tatworth School youngsters dressed up for World Book DayTatworth School youngsters dressed up for World Book Day (Image: Archant)

Youngsters across the region are attending school dressed as characters from their favourite stories to celebrate World Book Day.

From caped crusaders to fairytale heroines, they are attending class in a variety of colourful costumes to mark the occasion.

? World Book Day is designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, marked in over 100 countries.