Stories for 8+ years old

These stories should be understandable for eight years olds. However, we believe they can be fun at any age above that as well. The age requirements are based on vocabulary, topics, and overall story length.

Grumposaurus

Grumposaurus

12
 min
5
+
4.78

Billy is especially grumpy today – nothing is good enough for him. Then something very odd starts to happen. Billy’s grumpiness is gradually turning him into a grumposaurus! In the story you’ll find out how Billy navigates his foul mood. And how, just before it takes over his entire existence, he learns to see the bright side of life.

The Airport at Christmas

The Airport at Christmas

8
 min
5
+
4.77

When a lot of people are stranded at the airport in a snowstorm, it looks like their Christmas is going to be ruined. However, something almost miraculous happens that alleviates their anger and worries, and even conjures up a joyful Christmas atmosphere in the middle of the busy airport.

How Evie Didn’t Want to Wear Glasses

How Evie Didn’t Want to Wear Glasses

10
 min
5
+
4.77

Evie is sad because she has to wear glasses. What bothers her most is that her friends might make fun of her. Out of fear, she decides to hide her glasses and every morning, after saying goodbye to her mother, she secretly takes them off so that no one can see them. But how will this little secret turn out?

Noah’s Ark

Noah’s Ark

10
 min
5
+
4.77

In this version of a well-known Bible story, you and your children can find out about how Noah came to build his legendary ark and how he managed to save his own family and all the animals on the planet from a huge disaster.

Christmas For Everyone

Christmas For Everyone

5
 min
5
+
4.76

Christmas is coming soon and little Carl is worried about whether their lonely neighbour Mrs Lizzie will get any Christmas presents. So he decides to make a gift for her himself. But how will the boy deal with it?

Mio in Science Class: About Birds

Mio in Science Class: About Birds

7
 min
5
+
4.76

Mio, our favourite little elephant, likes school a lot. This time, he and his classmates are looking forward to science class, where today they will be learning about birds and listening to birdsong. What new facts and sounds will Mio and the children learn?

The Poplar

The Poplar

12
 min
8
+
4.75

Unlike other children, Joe is not happy to visit the library at all, because he does not enjoy reading very much. But that changes when a tree in a book suddenly talks to him and tells him the story about how many lives it has had. It has certainly led an interesting life.

The Unusual Racer

The Unusual Racer

6
 min
5
+
4.75

Only the best kid-racers can take part in this race, and Lucy is among them. From the start, we can tell that Lucy is not an ordinary racer, but we don’t know what makes her exceptional until later in the story. The message here is that regardless of who we are, we can achieve our dreams.

Rudy the Rubbish Truck

Rudy the Rubbish Truck

11
 min
5
+
4.75

Rudy is a little rubbish truck who does his job with great joy. But when some new rubbish trucks suddenly appear on the streets, Rudy becomes scared and angry — what if these trucks want to replace him?! This eco-themed fairy tale explores the causes of anger and other unknown feelings in children.

Christmas Delight

Christmas Delight

7
 min
5
+
4.75

While decorating the Christmas tree, George comes across an ornament he doesn’t recognise. Compared to the other baubles in the box, it looks odd. It’s old and shabby and rather ugly. So why does his mum find it so special and take such good care of it? Find out why this rocking horse, which is much-much older than George’s mum, is so very precious.

The Proud Cherry Tree

The Proud Cherry Tree

7
 min
5
+
4.74

The cherry tree boasts a lot about her fine flowers, which are also admired by the other inhabitants of the garden. She wouldn’t trade-in her pretty blossoms for anything in the world — they are as white and delicate as snow! But then she has a chat with a Chrysoperla insect and suddenly realises that there are more important things in life than pride.

The Cloud No-one Liked

The Cloud No-one Liked

7
 min
5
+
4.74

It’s nearly Christmas and Mary-Ann can’t wait for it to snow, but so far the weather isn’t that way inclined. It looks like there won’t be a white Christmas this year. Why not? Mary-Ann unlocks the secret one misty morning, when she hears something, somewhere crying. Read this story and find out along with her where the crying was coming from.

Why Do Sunflowers Turn Towards the Sun?

Why Do Sunflowers Turn Towards the Sun?

13
 min
5
+
4.73

Little Dorothy and her dad admire a field full of sunflowers while they’re out riding their bikes. While they’re there, Dorothy learns about how many uses we have for sunflowers and how beneficial they are for us. What’s more, her dad tells her a story about why sunflowers always face towards the sun. Come and read about it too!

What’s Inside My Body: Skin

What’s Inside My Body: Skin

11
 min
8
+
4.73

Charlotte goes on a fun outing today, and her adventures don’t stop once she’s back home! During the night she meets a magical faerie who takes her to a place she’d never have imagined: the surface of the human skin. There she learns how our skin works and how to take care of it.

Modesty as Big as the Moon

Modesty as Big as the Moon

8
 min
5
+
4.73

Based on real events, this story begins with Neil Armstrong as a child. Young Neil is fascinated by flying. With great determination, he continually pursues this interest, until he eventually becomes the first man on the moon. When he steps onto the moon’s surface and speaks those famous words, the app plays the actual recording from the NASA Apollo 11 mission in 1969. [NASA archives: One Small Step]

Annie and Martin Become Acrobats!

Annie and Martin Become Acrobats!

10
 min
5
+
4.73

Annie and Martin are quite different from one another. In fact, they have only one thing in common — neither of them fits in with the other children in the class, and their classmates make fun of both of them. However, when someone else enters the scene, Annie’s and Martin’s eyes are opened, and their special abilities are soon revealed.

Mio’s Musical Round-the-World Trip

Mio’s Musical Round-the-World Trip

9
 min
5
+
4.73

This time, the schoolchildren are learning about different countries and cultures around the world. To deepen their new knowledge, they are going to get to know various different countries through music. Mio the elephant is really looking forward to their musical round-the-world trip. Why not join him for it?

Natalie and the Dragon

Natalie and the Dragon

9
 min
5
+
4.71

Natalie loves dragons more than anything else. She wanted to own everything she ever saw that was dragon-shaped or had a dragon on it. Her mum wants to give her a treat, so she promises to buy her another dragon. This time, though, she means a real live one. But do real live dragons exist? Read this story and find out more about the fascinating creatures that live on our planet.

Questions about

Stories for 8+ years old

How can I encourage my 8-year-old to read more often?

To encourage your 8-year-old to read more often, consider the following strategies:

  • select books that match their interests and reading level. At Readmio, you can find a range of genres and series that might captivate their attention.
  • set aside dedicated time for reading each day, such as before bedtime or after school. Consistency helps build a reading habit.
  • discuss the stories, ask questions, and make predictions about what will happen next. This interaction makes reading more engaging and fun.
  • utilize Readmio’s interactive features and audio versions to make reading more dynamic and enjoyable.

How often should my child be reading at home?

For optimal literacy development, aim for your child to read at home daily. About 20-30 minutes of reading time each day is ideal. This regular practice helps build reading skills, vocabulary, and comprehension. Incorporating a mix of independent reading, shared reading, and listening to stories can make this time enjoyable and effective.

Can Readmio help my child improve their reading comprehension?

Yes, Readmio can help improve your child’s reading comprehension through several features. First of all, our stories are enriched by music and sounds that engage children and encourage active participation. All Readmio include questions after reading and interactive quizzes that help children think critically about the text and discuss what they have read.A wide range of stories with different themes and genres helps expand vocabulary and comprehension skills by exposing children to varied contexts and language.

Is it still important to read aloud to 8 year old children?

Yes, reading aloud to 8-year-olds remains important for many reasons. Hearing fluent reading helps children understand proper pronunciation, intonation, and pacing.Even at this age children are exposed to new words and phrases that they might not encounter in their own reading. Moreover, reading aloud together fosters a love of books and strengthens the parent-child bond. At this age children are already capable and willing to discuss the story, which enhances comprehension and critical thinking.Reading aloud complements their independent reading and supports their overall literacy development.