{"product_id":"kids-ww2-evacuee-boy-costume-1940s-british-schoolboy-outfit","title":"Kids WW2 Evacuee Boy Costume - 1940s British Schoolboy Outfit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForest green tailored jacket with notched lapels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching 3\/4-length trousers (cropped below knee)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavy peaked school cap (six-panel traditional style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown canvas-effect satchel with cross-body strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown cardboard-style ID tag (pre-attached to jacket)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kids WW2 Evacuee Boy Costume brings a powerful slice of history to Book Week — the green jacket, satchel, and iconic ID tag recreate the moment British schoolchildren left their city homes during Operation Pied Piper in 1940. It's a costume that tells a story without a single word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe forest green jacket and cropped trousers capture that mid-century British schoolboy silhouette, while the brown satchel and ID tag lapel detail ground it firmly in wartime reality. Navy peaked cap completes the look. The fabrics have a sturdy cotton-blend feel — comfortable for a full school day and built to last through multiple wears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Week \u0026amp; Historical Fiction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Natural pairing for titles like Goodnight Mister Tom, Carrie's War, or any WWII-set story exploring the evacuee experience — strong curriculum tie for Year 5–6 Australian schools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory Projects \u0026amp; Remembrance Days\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for VE Day commemorations, 1940s school assemblies, or social studies presentations on World War II home front life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Dress-Up Days\u003c\/strong\u003e: A thoughtful choice for heritage-themed parades or decade days — this costume opens conversations about courage, resilience, and Australian-British wartime connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Wear It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with brown knee socks and black lace-up school shoes for the full effect. The satchel sits comfortably across the body, and the cap stays put without clips. Skip modern accessories — authenticity is the point here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eParent FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What size should I order for my Year 4 student?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the size chart for chest and height measurements. The jacket is tailored but not restrictive, and the cropped trouser length works across a range of heights — between sizes, go up for room to layer a shirt underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can they wear this indoors for a full school day?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the cotton-blend fabric breathes well, and the jacket can be removed if classrooms get warm. The satchel strap is adjustable for comfort during assemblies or photo sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this suitable for sensitive history lessons, or is it too costume-y?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hits the sweet spot — authentic enough for educational re-enactments but not distressing. The ID tag and satchel prompt meaningful discussions about the evacuee experience without trivialising it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does the satchel hold anything, or is it decorative?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's functional — flap opens with a button closure, so your child can tuck a small book or prop letter inside for added realism during presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash jacket and trousers in cold water, air dry flat. Spot-clean cap and satchel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubies","offers":[{"title":"L","offer_id":52405473575186,"sku":"dpsmi38669","price":44.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/8382\/6962\/files\/38669_W.jpg?v=1781871881","url":"https:\/\/kidsbookweekcostumes.com.au\/products\/kids-ww2-evacuee-boy-costume-1940s-british-schoolboy-outfit","provider":"Kids Book Week Costumes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}