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.

Dino Maximiliano the Dinosaur – Part 3

Dino Maximiliano the Dinosaur – Part 3

15
 min
5
+
4.94

In the third and final part of the story about bicyclosaurus Dino Maximiliano, the dream of an orange bicycle finally becomes reality. What’s more, this is not any ordinary bike, it’s a ‘growing bike’! Explore the joys of cycling and join Max on his biking adventures!

Beatrix and her Rabbit

Beatrix and her Rabbit

10
 min
5
+
4.87

Young Beatrix enjoys painting animals and making-up stories. But once she becomes older, her parents have a different idea for her future – they want her to get married and become a housewife. Let’s see whether Beatrix decides to follow her dream, or if she caves in and obeys the wishes of her parents…

Louis’s Sour Milk

Louis’s Sour Milk

9
 min
5
+
4.85

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.

Too Many Things!

Too Many Things!

9
 min
5
+
4.85

Polly seems to have all the toys in the world. Her room is packed to the brim with them. But is that actually a good thing? Polly gradually learns that having a huge amount of stuff is not too healthy.

What’s Inside My Body: Digestion

What’s Inside My Body: Digestion

12
 min
8
+
4.83

Charlotte goes to the orchard with her dad to pick cherries. As a result, she experiences the unpleasantness of a sore tummy. However, her miraculous friend Liam is waiting for her again. This time they’re visiting the human tongue and finding out what happens to the food we eat.

The Dragon Who Had Lost His Spark

The Dragon Who Had Lost His Spark

14
 min
5
+
4.83

Two rather unlikely friends meet in a cave in the woods – Jack, who doesn’t like baking bread, and a dragon who can’t breathe fire. Their friendship leads them to start something neither of them would ever have dreamed of. They each learn to use the skills they have to be helpful to those around them.

Dino Maximiliano the Dinosaur – Part 2

Dino Maximiliano the Dinosaur – Part 2

13
 min
5
+
4.83

In this second part of the Dino Maximiliano story, Max’s dream of a new bike starts to become reality. Together with the little dinosaur and his inventor-friend Micah, you will learn what it takes to construct a bicycle, while also finding out that cycling isn’t actually that simple.

Why Bread Turned Into Stone

Why Bread Turned Into Stone

7
 min
5
+
4.83

This Polish fairy tale recounts the story of a poor person and a miser who learned the error of his ways. It shows how greed can be repaid with kindness, and that by sharing what we have, we stand to gain even more.

The Little Fairy & The Little Witch

The Little Fairy & The Little Witch

16
 min
5
+
4.83

The story is about why it’s a good idea to help our parents. The little girl’s parents are feeling desperate — they do not know how to deal with their daughter, who does not want to help with anything around the house. They tried everything possible, raising their voice and pleading with her, but all in vain. Then one night, the little girl has a strange dream, thanks to which she sees the error of her ways and decides to behave differently.

Bunty Buckwheat and the Decorations

Bunty Buckwheat and the Decorations

10
 min
5
+
4.82

In this fun and informative story about the ancient grain called buckwheat, Bunty Buckwheat teaches children about the many different forms it can take and the various types of dishes it can be used in.

Microbe Patrick’s Letter to Kids Everywhere

Microbe Patrick’s Letter to Kids Everywhere

11
 min
5
+
4.82

Patrick knows humans very well — but he is neither human nor animal. He’s a tiny microbe that lives inside a human body. But don't worry, he doesn’t harm the person, quite the opposite. He helps them to keep their body healthy. What worries him most, though, is that many children don’t know how to take care of their tummies, and they therefore feel unwell a lot of the time. So in order to enlighten children about this delicate matter, he wrote a letter in the form of a story. Read it together!

Christmas For Everyone

Christmas For Everyone

5
 min
5
+
4.81

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?

Evelyn’s Fondness for Fishing

Evelyn’s Fondness for Fishing

12
 min
5
+
4.81

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!

The Elves That Came From a Tree

The Elves That Came From a Tree

14
 min
5
+
4.8

Do you know what might be found inside a nutshell? Old Mr Gardiner certainly wasn’t expecting little elves to hatch out of the tree nuts in his garden. They’re well-meaning and want to help him, but they turn out to be more trouble than they’re worth. Read the story to find out how this unusual tale ends!

The Golden Axe

The Golden Axe

8
 min
5
+
4.8

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...

The Cuckoo Clock

The Cuckoo Clock

9
 min
5
+
4.79

Max is very much looking forward to a trip to visit his grandparents, who live abroad. His grandfather is a famous watchmaker and he's about to show his grandson his collection of clocks, including cuckoo clocks. But Max doesn't understand why anyone would lock up a cuckoo bird for hours. What will he discover in his grandfather's workshop?

The Pied Piper of Hamelin

The Pied Piper of Hamelin

14
 min
5
+
4.79

In this German folktale, you meet a mysterious piper who comes to rid the town of Hamelin from the rats that are plaguing it. But what happens when the mayor doesn’t pay him for this service as he had agreed to do? Well, it isn’t pretty. Though, in a very unexpected way, all comes good in the end.

The Apple Pie

The Apple Pie

6
 min
5
+
4.78

Tommy is sad about something the other children said to him at school – they laughed at him because he looked different. Then his mum teaches him an important lesson while they make an apple pie together. Find out what that lesson was in this short story.

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.