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.

Christmas For Everyone

Christmas For Everyone

5
 min
5
+
4.74

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?

Natalie and the Dragon

Natalie and the Dragon

9
 min
5
+
4.74

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.

Louis’s Sour Milk

Louis’s Sour Milk

9
 min
5
+
4.74

As a child, Louis was interested in the laws of nature and was very inquisitive about the world around him. Through sheer curiosity, he would make simple experiments at home. Even ordinary milk did not escape his interest — he wondered what made it go sour. When he was older, he went on to study chemistry and proceeded to make sophisticated discoveries that humans everywhere still benefit from today, two centuries later. Read this story reflecting the life of the famous scientist Louis Pasteur.

What’s Inside My Body: Brain

What’s Inside My Body: Brain

12
 min
8
+
4.73

The annual fair has come to town. Charlotte rides the carousel and tries some other attractions as well. Once this eventful day is over and she’s tucked into bed for the night, the friendly faerie visits her and teaches her how our brains work and how they help us all day long, every day.

The Poplar

The Poplar

12
 min
8
+
4.73

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.

A Visitor from Outer Space

A Visitor from Outer Space

10
 min
5
+
4.73

Pete is looking forward to a day of doing nothing except lazing around. But everything changes when an unexpected visitor lands on his windowsill, straight from the other side of the universe! Pete decides to give his visitor a good impression of life on Earth. What will result from this adventure?

The Cloud No-one Liked

The Cloud No-one Liked

7
 min
5
+
4.73

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.

The Golden Axe

The Golden Axe

8
 min
5
+
4.73

This Vietnamese fairy tale tells of a poor lumberjack who loses his axe in the river. He wants nothing more than to get it back. A mysterious old man offers to return his axe - but it's actually a test. And the old man isn't even an ordinary old man...

Shadowsphere Part 2: The Vicious Book

Shadowsphere Part 2: The Vicious Book

15
 min
8
+
4.72

Arthur has somehow ended up in the Shadowsphere – can he get back home? He goes to the laboratory with Somnius the alchemist and a strange talking creature called Lily, to see if they can work out how. But the recipe book refuses to cooperate...

Perseus and Andromeda

Perseus and Andromeda

7
 min
8
+
4.72

Discover the classic Greek fable about how Perseus rescues Andromeda from the clutches of a terrible monster. Learn about courage, cowardice, and love, but also about the problems that can be caused by too much pride and an inability to apologize.

What’s Inside My Body: White Blood Cells

What’s Inside My Body: White Blood Cells

11
 min
8
+
4.72

Charlotte has come down with an illness — something a bit worse than a cut knee. But not to worry, Liam the faerie will explain to her how her white blood cells will be able to cope with it. Let’s join Charlotte to find out more about those spiffy little warriors hidden inside our bodies.

The Heroic Dog

The Heroic Dog

12
 min
5
+
4.72

A little dog has a big love of rockets and outer-space. But her wish to be involved in a space mission seems too incredible for a dog to pursue. Still, she perseveres. In this story, children will come to understand that it takes a lot of effort to send a rocket into space, and they’ll discover how service-dogs can be helpful in preparing for a manned space mission.

Davey’s New Game

Davey’s New Game

11
 min
8
+
4.72

Davey asked for an electronic game for his birthday — one that had received a lot of hype. When he is given it, his life changes. At first, the game excites him tremendously, but after many days of continuous playing he becomes so absorbed that he stops paying attention to his family and friends and doesn’t get any exercise or fresh air. To find out what becomes of Davey, have a read!

The Ladybird with One Spot Missing

The Ladybird with One Spot Missing

11
 min
5
+
4.72

Leonora is different from the other ladybirds in her village — she was born with six spots instead of seven. Some of the others mocked her for this, even though it was simply her natural appearance. But gradually, their attitudes changed. Let’s read the story and find out how Leonora dealt with this difference of hers.

Evelyn’s Fondness for Fishing

Evelyn’s Fondness for Fishing

12
 min
5
+
4.72

In this tale, you will get to know a bit about the life of fishing lines, including little Evelyn. But she is different from the other lines and doesn’t quite know why. She has yet to find her place in the world. So one day she decides to leave home, setting out to discover where she belongs and who she is. What happens to her as a result of this adventure is a wonderful surprise!

Theresa, Who Was Not Afraid of Change

Theresa, Who Was Not Afraid of Change

9
 min
8
+
4.72

Transport yourself to the past and get to know the famous Habsburg ruler Maria Theresa. You’ll get to know the life of princesses in general - together with little Theresa. You find out that they didn’t always have it easy, either! You’ll also see that sometimes even big changes don’t have to be scary.

Rudy the Rubbish Truck

Rudy the Rubbish Truck

11
 min
5
+
4.71

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.

Eddie and Smallpox

Eddie and Smallpox

7
 min
8
+
4.71

Eddie likes to spend time on the farm with the cows. Meanwhile, his father, a doctor, visits sick people. However, a dangerous illness appears. And Eddie's cows are unknowingly contributing to a great discovery. Read about them in this story of how Edward Jenner discovered the smallpox vaccination.

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.