In light of World Book Day this Thursday, we've scoured our archives and pulled together a gallery of World Book Days past. 

From Harry Potter and Gandalf to Bill and Ben and Mr Men, there are some absolutely adorable pictures dating from 1999-2010. 

All the children in these pictures will be adults (or at least almost adults) now, how quickly time flies!

Check out our pictures and see if you can spot yourself or someone you know! 

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