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.

Kindly Taxi Maxi

Kindly Taxi Maxi

8
 min
5
+
4.59

Every day, taxi Maxi takes people where they need to go. He truly enjoys driving through the streets and scanning the lovely vistas. But he also likes to chat with the passengers, and lately everyone's always in such a hurry to get somewhere. It’s as if people have forgotten to enjoy the present moment. When a particularly distressed gentleman gets into his taxi, Maxi notices the man’s frustration and decides to make his life a little happier.

Mio’s Classical Music Lesson

Mio’s Classical Music Lesson

7
 min
5
+
4.59

Come and listen to some classical music together with the Year 2 pupils. Under the guidance of their clever teacher, you can discover the many ways in which music expresses itself, and how it affects us. And of course, you’ll be able to enjoy the cheerful company of Mio, the most good-natured elephant ever!

What’s Inside My Body: Red Blood Cells

What’s Inside My Body: Red Blood Cells

11
 min
8
+
4.58

Charlotte tripped and fell during a family hike. She came home with a gash on one knee and a bruise on the other. However, when she’s visited by the miraculous faerie, he explains how the body copes with such injuries. Together they explore the red blood cells and platelets.

A Magical Night

A Magical Night

8
 min
5
+
4.58

Tonight, Grandma, Grandad and their dog Perrito are in for a treat. For the first time in a whole year, they are going to be able to meet up with their relatives, share all their news, and enjoy some good food together. But what is this gathering, and why is it so magical for everyone in attendance?

A Visitor from Outer Space

A Visitor from Outer Space

10
 min
5
+
4.56

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 Rainbow-Loving Zebra

The Rainbow-Loving Zebra

8
 min
5
+
4.54

The black and white zebras are happy in their black and white world and don’t need any more colours. At least that’s what they think. But Matilda is no ordinary zebra. She decides to show her friends how beautiful colours can be.

Romulus and Remus

Romulus and Remus

9
 min
8
+
4.54

Do you know the legend of how the world-famous city of Rome was founded? Meet Romulus and Remus, twins raised by a kind she-wolf.

How Li-li Celebrated the Spring Festival

How Li-li Celebrated the Spring Festival

11
 min
5
+
4.54

It’s nearly time for the Lunar New Year celebrations, also known as the Spring Festival. For many people in the world, including the little girl in this story, these are the most important celebrations of the year. But it looks like Li-li isn’t going to be spending the Spring Festival with her wonderful grandparents this year. Li-li is sad about that, but an unexpected encounter with a magical creature changes everything… Read the story to find out more about Li-li’s adventure and about Lunar New Year traditions.

Pygmalion

Pygmalion

10
 min
8
+
4.53

An old Greek story about the greatest sculptor of all time – Pygmalion. Find out whether he was truly able to replicate life in his art, but also something much more important: how sculpture taught him to love himself.

The Creative Princess

The Creative Princess

12
 min
5
+
4.53

Camilla is a princess who likes climbing trees, riding horses, and writing poems. Her parents and her older sisters think she is a wild, crazy child. Luckily, her teacher understands her interests and helps her develop her musical talent. Soon, Camilla will show her family what she’s good at.

The Man Who Didn't Want To Be Angry

The Man Who Didn't Want To Be Angry

12
 min
8
+
4.53

Mr Wang steals his neighbour's duck and gets taught a really good lesson – he sprouts feathers! A Chinese god tells him that to get rid of the feathers, his neighbour must give him a good scolding. But what if that neighbour is a calm, kind person and doesn’t want to get angry with anyone? Read about Mr Wang’s struggles in this humorous Chinese fairy tale.

Bronwyn the Bee

Bronwyn the Bee

13
 min
5
+
4.52

Bronwyn is quite different from the other bees. She doesn’t seem to be able to do anything right, and doesn’t want to work hard to support the hive. Discover what happens when Bronwyn tries living life differently. A story about (not) fitting in, and with lots to teach you about the life of bees.

The Animal Menagerie

The Animal Menagerie

11
 min
5
+
4.47

In this story, you will meet the Polish scientist Simona Kossak and her extraordinary animal family, who lived together in the Białowieża Forest. Simona was a biologist and an expert on animal life, and in her household there really were many of them - for example, a small crow, a wild pig and a lynx! Read the story to learn more about this extraordinary family.

The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep

The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep

11
 min
5
+
4.47

In this story by Hans Christian Andersen you will read about two porcelain figurines—a shepherdess and a chimney sweep—who love one another. But a third figurine, an old man from China, gets in the way of their happiness and so they decide to run away. Where will their big adventure into the outside world take them?

Sirko the Faithful Dog

Sirko the Faithful Dog

8
 min
5
+
4.44

Sirko is a faithful farm dog, but he is sad because he is so old he cannot be useful on the farm any more and so the farmer drove him away. He finds an unlikely companion to help him out – a wolf. This Ukrainian tale is about the pranks the two furry friends get up to, but it also tells us about mutual help and gratitude.

The Crystal Heart

The Crystal Heart

10
 min
8
+
4.42

Mi Nuong falls in love with a song that she hears one day from outside her window. She thinks it must have been a young gentleman singing it just for her. But this fantasy and her superficiality end up causing a lot of suffering – both to others and to herself.

What’s Inside My Body: Breathing

What’s Inside My Body: Breathing

10
 min
8
+
4.41

Charlotte is feeling unwell… She brought home a cold from school, along with a fever, so she needs to stay in bed and rest. Happily, Liam the magical faerie pays her another visit, keen to show her how our bodies recover from viruses, and what it takes for that to happen.

The Man Who Lived Three Thousand Years

The Man Who Lived Three Thousand Years

9
 min
5
+
4.39

This Korean folk tale tells the story of cunning Mr Tong, who was given a short life. In the end, he managed to live a hundred times longer and he hoped that thanks to his cunning he would be able to live forever. However, he had much too high an opinion of himself, and the messengers from the underworld who were looking for him managed to outwit him. A fairy tale about how no fate is unchangeable and even misfortune can be avoided.

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.