Celebrating World Book Day 2025: Inspiring a Global Love for Reading
World Book Day is a global celebration dedicated to promoting reading, publishing, and copyright. Established by UNESCO in 1995, it is observed annually on April 23. However, in the United Kingdom and Ireland, it is celebrated on the first Thursday of March to avoid clashes with Easter holidays and Saint George's Day. In 2025, World Book Day in these regions falls on March 6. Significance of World Book Day The primary objectives of World Book Day include: Encouraging Reading: Fostering a love for books among individuals of all ages. Supporting Publishing: Highlighting the importance of authors, publishers, and bookstores in the literary ecosystem. Raising Copyright Awareness: Educating the public about intellectual property rights and the significance of protecting creative works. Celebrations and Activities World Book Day is marked by a variety of events and initiatives: Book Tokens for Children: In the UK and Ireland, every child in full-time education recei...