Create Story-Inspired Badges with Our Mini Badge Maker

World Book Day 2026 takes place on Thursday, 5 March 2026. It’s the perfect opportunity to bring books, creativity and hands-on fun into the classroom. 

World Book Day is all about celebrating stories, imagination, and a lifelong love of reading. It’s also a brilliant opportunity for schools, libraries and children’s groups to run engaging and creative activities that all children can enjoy.

This year, why not add something a little different to your plans? With the e-badges Mini Badge Maker (including 300 free components), children can design and make their own book-themed badges to wear with pride or take home and keep.

A Creative, Hands-On World Book Day Activity

Badge making is practical, inclusive and enjoyable for children of all ages and abilities. It encourages creativity whilst also celebrating literacy and storytelling.

Children can design badges inspired by:

• their favourite book characters
• a story they’re reading in class
• their World Book Day costumes
• a book review or reading challenge

Once made, badges can be worn during the day, taken home as a keepsake, or used as rewards for participation.

Why Teachers Love the Mini Badge Maker

Our Mini Badge Maker is designed with schools and children’s groups in mind. Here’s why it’s such a favourite among teachers and group leaders:

• Easy to use – ideal for classrooms and group activities
• Compact and robust – easy to store and transport, and hard-wearing for active classroom and group settings
• Quick to learn – no electronics or complicated setup

And, with 300 free badge components included, you can run a full-class activity straight out of the box with no extra preparation.

One Set of Dies, Lots of Creative Options

One of the key benefits of the Mini Badge Maker is its versatile die system. The same die set can be used to make a variety of finished items, not just pin badges.

Because you’re already receiving 300 free badge components, many schools and groups choose to add a small selection of additional component types for a small additional cost, giving them more options for products to make.

Popular add-ons include:

• Keyrings – perfect for book bags and pencil cases
• Magnets – great for fridges or classroom displays
• Supersafe backs – ideal for little fingers

It’s a simple way to give children something extra to take home. If you’re already making badges, why not add a few different options and let children choose their favourite? 

Perfect for Schools, Libraries & Children’s Groups

The Mini Badge Maker is a great fit for:

• Primary schools and nurseries
• Libraries and reading clubs
• Scouts, Brownies and youth groups
• After-school and holiday clubs

It supports creativity while encouraging literacy, discussion and storytelling.

World Book Day Badge Ideas

Here are some fantastic ways to use the Mini Badge Maker for World Book Day:

• Character badges – children draw or colour their favourite book character.
• Book review badges – simple star ratings or phrases like “I loved this book!”.
• Costume badges – match badges to World Book Day costumes.
• Reading rewards – use badges, keyrings or magnets as prizes for challenges.

Each of these activities is fun and easy to supervise, and will give children a sense of accomplishment.

Made in the UK, Built to Last

All e-Badges machines are UK-made from durable metal, not plastic. They are built to withstand the demands of busy classrooms, libraries, and clubs, making them a long-term investment for creative, hands-on learning year after year.

Unlike disposable craft kits or flimsy plastic alternatives, these machines can be reused for multiple events, from World Book Day to fundraising projects, holiday crafts, sports days and more.

Make World Book Day Even More Memorable

World Book Day is about inspiring a love of reading that lasts a lifetime. Badge making gives children something they’ve created themselves, turning stories they love into tangible keepsakes. 

By adding optional extras like keyrings or magnets, children can create unique gifts and personal treasures they, and their families, can keep for years to come.

With the Mini Badge Maker, you’re not just running a craft activity; you’re creating experiences, celebrating stories, and inspiring creativity that will last long after World Book Day is over.