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Some of our records may contain offensive and discriminatory language, or reflect outdated ideas, practice and analysis. New Zealand actor Hayden Tee starred as ‘The Trunch’ for a year from September 2018 and wore this sturdy costume. Then dress your child in trousers (sew on patches if you have time), along with a white shirt and waistcoat. On the other end of the spectrum, Miss Trunchbull is the formidable and intimidating headmistress of Crunchem Hall Primary School. Roald Dahl still holds the crown for creating some of the most timeless characters for kids to dress up as.It is revealed that Miss Trunchbull is very superstitious and has an intense fear of ghosts, black cats, and the supernatural in general. Please note we will not be held accountable for late deliveries when the courier has failed to deliver the parcel and it has been taken back to the depot. Jordan told Insider that prep starts long before World Book Day rolls around, explaining: "Every World Book Day begins planning around the end of January, so it gives me enough time to make or get the materials needed to make the costume. From Matilda to the BFG, these easy costume ideas for boys and girls are great for when schools are celebrating Roald Dahl Day! All you need are two paper plates (or one plate cut into two halves), paint them the colour of your child's skin, and find a way to attach them to the sides of their head .

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She said: "Lilly makes the costumes so much better because she's in character as soon as she puts it on! Miss Trunchbull's contempt for children is so great that she denies ever having been a child, aside from one instance in the novel where she claims she was not a child for very long and became a woman very fast. Her fear is later used as a weakness for Matilda to scare her thus teaching Miss Trunchbull a lesson.

In the film, Miss Trunchbull showcases her Olympian strength when she "hammer-throws" a girl named Amanda Thripp by her hair (after being told never to wear her hair in pigtails again), sending the child several hundred feet into the air. Finally paint the 'teeth' white before dressing your child in green clothes and adding a green no-sew cape.Asked if Jordan feels the pressure to outdo the costume success for Lilly's World Book Day next year, she commented: "I don't feel pressured at all, we enjoy the challenge and the making of the costume is all part of the fun! Dress your little one in a shirt and tie – or a yellow dress if they want to go as Mrs Fox – and pair it with a mask. Most hair sprays are usually only suitable for use on children aged five and over – always check the label.

There, he shares his costume wisdom and event-planning expertise, offering inspiration and tips to fellow enthusiasts. Please bear in mind that during busy periods such as Halloween and Christmas the process may take longer than normal. His heart belongs to the world of cosplay and fancy dress, with a special fondness for Halloween, where his creative spirit truly shines. Channel Matilda’s love for literature by carrying a copy of Roald Dahl’s Matilda, a symbolic item that captures her intellectual spirit.

Then add black rolled-up trousers or jeans, trainers and a huge Wonka bar made from a piece of card.