The morning began with a Scholastic Book Fair, providing students the opportunity to explore and purchase various tomes and texts with their classmates and family members.

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The parade soon commenced, transforming the school hall into a spectacle of creativity and imagination, living up to this year’s Book Week theme: ‘Reading is Magic’.

Iconic literary characters were brought to life, from classic fairy tale favourites to modern superheroes.

Even the Mad Hatter made an appearance in the form of KPS teacher Biddy Brooks.

Ms Brooks emphasised the importance of fostering a love for reading in children.

“This event is an amazing opportunity where students can experience the magic of books,” she said.

“By dressing up as book characters the students can immerse themselves in the stories they love and share their passion with others.”

KPS Principal Duncan Adams said reading plays a pivotal role in lifelong learning.

“Through books children are able to open the gateway to so many worlds, expanding their knowledge and understanding of the world around them,” Mr Adams told NOTA.

This year, KPS integrated Grandparents Day into Book Week celebrations.

Grandparents like Michael Perry, who attended the event to support his grandchildren, Oliver and Ethan Fuller, praised the event for providing children with a creative outlet.

“The parade is a great way for families to interact with the school and provides kids with the opportunity to express themselves and have fun,” he said.

By Kim AMBROSE