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.

How Otto Was Fed up with Glasses

How Otto Was Fed up with Glasses

9
 min
5
+
4.78

From his early childhood, Otto was hardworking and patient. This quality comes in handy in his life, because it is important to be persistent and not to give up when working as a chemist. And it pays off: Otto, along with his friend, invents contact lenses, which millions of people around the world still use today.

Not Just Another Pretty Hollywood Face

Not Just Another Pretty Hollywood Face

8
 min
8
+
4.77

Hedy Lamarr was a beautiful film actress in the 1930s and 1940s. But she had much more to offer than just her good looks – she was a gifted inventor. In fact, her invention she created to help the Allies during WWII is something we all use today!

Camping with a Dinosaur

Camping with a Dinosaur

7
 min
5
+
4.76

Vanessa and Simon are twins who set out to camp in the woods with their family. However, they see a scary shadow which looks a lot like... a dinosaur! It gives them quite a fright. Where did it come from? You’ll find out in this fun and educational story.

Cristiano and a Lesson on Humility

Cristiano and a Lesson on Humility

11
 min
5
+
4.75

Cristiano is determined to become the best football player in the world and he tirelessly trains to achieve his goal. He finds school boring, so he tries to avoid it as best he can. His playing skills are constantly improving, but with dexterity, his pride starts to rise. What will his friend Voz have to say about it? The story contains true facts from the life of Cristiano Ronaldo.

High Water

High Water

9
 min
5
+
4.74

A big disaster unexpectedly strikes in the forest: a heavy rain washes away a rabbit burrow - and a family of rabbits finds itself homeless. The other animals are in shock and don't know what to do. But the quick-witted fox explains that everyone can do their bit to help the unfortunate rabbits.

A Treasured Saxophone

A Treasured Saxophone

8
 min
5
+
4.74

Maya loves music and plays the sax in the school band. On a weekend visit to her grandma’s, she receives the most wonderful legacy, her great-grandfather’s tenor saxophone. Although she never knew her great-grandfather, thanks to this gift, she is united with him in a completely meaningful way. It is an incredible treasure that Maya will always cherish.

Simon and the Music Open Day

Simon and the Music Open Day

10
 min
5
+
4.73

Immerse yourself in Simon’s trip to a music open day with his parents, where he learns about all sorts of musical instruments. Which one will he choose to learn? Find out in the story.

The Princess Who Looked for Her Brothers

The Princess Who Looked for Her Brothers

14
 min
8
+
4.73

This Finnish tale is about a brave princess who chooses to look for her brothers, long ago expelled from the kingdom. The story emphasizes sibling love and dedication, but also the importance of forgiveness.

The Rose Bush Home

The Rose Bush Home

8
 min
5
+
4.73

Tony, a young hare, is getting ready for a big move with his family. Their new home is under a rose bush. It looks thorny and unwelcoming at first, but Tony’s mother persuades her children that the bush will bring them lots of benefits, including delicious fruit. Help your children learn more about rose hips with this story!

The Little Superhero

The Little Superhero

8
 min
5
+
4.72

Although little Mark is still only a kindergartener, he so very badly wants to be a superhero. However, he’s afraid of many things, and his elder brother makes fun of him for that. How can a superhero ever be scared of anything? But when the boys go for a day-out at the theme park, Mark learns something very important about superheroes... You too will learn what that is after reading this story!

The Adventures of the World’s Very First Horseless Carriage

The Adventures of the World’s Very First Horseless Carriage

9
 min
5
+
4.72

Karl Benz invented the first gas-powered vehicle, but it was his wife Bertha who took the world’s first long-distance road trip. She snuck off with her sons to test the horseless carriage and had many adventures and problems to solve along the way. Read on to find out how her creativity paved the way for cars! Curious about what the first horseless carriage looked like? Check out the attachment.

The Daisy

The Daisy

12
 min
8
+
4.71

This sad and cruel story of the little flower points to what is really important in life: love, humility, gratitude and consideration for everything around us. The little daisy doesn’t mind not being counted among the favourite flowers in the garden. She enjoys the sun and the singing of the skylark. However, life takes a turn for the worse when she gets trapped with the skylark in a cage - simply for the amusement of the children.

The Beef Tongue

The Beef Tongue

5
 min
8
+
4.71

Even useful things can harm us when misused. A young helper named Orula is given the task of cooking the best and the worst meal on earth. He makes two of the same dish. How does he explain it? You’ll learn in this classic Cuban tale.

Cristiano’s First Tears of Joy

Cristiano’s First Tears of Joy

6
 min
5
+
4.71

Cristiano is a little boy who has just joined his first football club. But his teammates aren’t very welcoming and he becomes upset. He only has one friend he can talk to about his feelings and he discovers it’s okay to cry sometimes. The encouragement pushes him to become a better player. The story contains true facts from the life of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Burnt Gingerbread Biscuits

Burnt Gingerbread Biscuits

11
 min
5
+
4.71

What to do with the slightly burnt gingerbread biscuits? Although they are not so tasty to eat and could be made into Christmas tree decorations, the story goes quite differently. An adventurous pre-Christmas trip awaits them, all thanks to one small mistake.

The Golden Pears

The Golden Pears

12
 min
5
+
4.71

In this Austrian folk tale you will hear about a tree that produced the best pears in the whole kingdom and about three brothers who wanted to take the sweet pears to the king as a gift. What happened to them and how were they rewarded for their behaviour?

The Lawyer from the Village

The Lawyer from the Village

8
 min
8
+
4.7

It’s always worth fighting for justice. Once a craftsman accidentally forgets to pay his debt to an innkeeper, who in turn charges him an unfairly high late fee. Eventually an old man helps him out at the court.

Four Pranksters

Four Pranksters

10
 min
8
+
4.7

Dishonesty never pays off. The four pranksters decide to rob a traveller of his clothes. They make up a contest that involves telling the most unbelievable story. The one who doesn't believe a story has to give up all their clothes. How does the traveller deal with the strange game?

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.