Your child's school may have told you it is celebrating World Book Day in a different way this year.

Some Greater Manchester parents have been told their child is asked to wear pyjamas instead of costumes of their favourite book characters tomorrow.

In its 23rd year, World Book Day is to encourage children to the joy of books and reading.

However some schools in the region are encouraging children to not wear costumes and focus on reading.

One parent of a school which has asked children to come in pyjamas said: "I think it's a shame as every year my child loves dressing up in their favourite costume.

"However I can see the practical side of it, if some parents cannot afford to buy costumes, or have the time to be creative and make one, then it's completely understandable.

"At least all children will be on the same page and no one will feel left out if their costume isn't as extravagant as someone else's."

One mum said: "I love being creative and allowing the kids to dress up.

"But I also think the love of books sometimes can become lost in the fact dressing up can become quite competitive and expensive for some parents.

"This way every child can have a moment to share a good book and stops the added pressure on some parents that struggle.

"I think the school do anything to keep all children equal and happy which I love.

"I think it gives them great opportunities to be on the same level.

"I always hand make things and have always sent pictures to the newspapers but think this is a way to celebrate the story rather than it become a competition or a big money-making thing."

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