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People Books For 8-Year-Old Kids

Readers at age 8 can start to compare texts from different cultures, professions and historical periods. Learning about a wider range of experiences, from people of different backgrounds helps children make connections better between ideas, all while strengthening reading comprehension.

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Popular Books

Michael JacksonNational Geographic Readers: Martin Luther King, Jr.Martin's Big WordsPlay Like the Pros: Play Soccer Like Lionel MessiNational Geographic Readers: Walt DisneyWomen Throughout History: Ruby BridgesSoldier for EqualityWomen Throughout History: Mae JemisonPlay Like the Pros: Play Basketball Like Stephen CurryWomen Throughout History: Nina SimoneNational Geographic Readers: Helen Keller (Level 2)Abe's Honest Words: The Life of Abraham LincolnNational Geographic Readers: Albert EinsteinPlay Like the Pros: Play Basketball Like LeBron JamesNational Geographic Readers: Thomas EdisonRosaNational Geographic Readers: Alexander HamiltonNational Geographic Readers: Sacagawea

New Releases

William Still and His Freedom StoriesSoldier for EqualityPrincess Cora and the Crocodile¡Mambo Mucho Mambo!Esquivel! Space-Age Sound ArtistDreams Take Flight: The Story of Deaf Pilot Nellie Zabel WillhiteMary Kawena Pukui, Knowledge Is LifeWomen Throughout History: Florence NightingaleWomen Throughout History: Beatrix PotterWomen Throughout History: Mary ShelleyWomen Throughout History: Grace HopperWomen Throughout History: Queen Elizabeth IWomen Throughout History: Lilian BlandWomen Throughout History: Mary AnningWomen Throughout History: Jane AustenWomen Throughout History: Ada LovelaceWomen Throughout History: Billie Jean KingWomen Throughout History: Nefertiti
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Books

Michael JacksonNational Geographic Readers: Martin Luther King, Jr.Martin's Big WordsPlay Like the Pros: Play Soccer Like Lionel MessiNational Geographic Readers: Walt DisneyPlay Like the Pros: Play Basketball Like Stephen CurryNational Geographic Readers: Helen Keller (Level 2)Abe's Honest Words: The Life of Abraham LincolnNational Geographic Readers: Albert EinsteinPlay Like the Pros: Play Basketball Like LeBron JamesNational Geographic Readers: Thomas EdisonRosaNational Geographic Readers: Alexander HamiltonNational Geographic Readers: SacagaweaPlay Like the Pros: Play Football Like Patrick MahomesNational Geographic Readers: CleopatraSo You Want to Be President?Play Like the Pros: Play Baseball Like Shohei OhtaniNational Geographic Readers: Rosa ParksNational Geographic Readers: Alexander Graham BellNational Geographic Readers: Frederick Douglass (Level 2)Cool CarsPlay Like the Pros: Play Baseball Like Mike TroutHelen's Big World: The Life of Helen Keller

Videos

Women Throughout History: Ruby BridgesSoldier for EqualityWomen Throughout History: Mae JemisonWomen Throughout History: Nina SimoneWomen Throughout History: Beatrix PotterWomen Throughout History Agatha Christie

Help your child grow through reading

Did you know?

  • King Louis XIV of France wore high heels to look taller.
  • Exploring the daily lives of historical figures develops critical thinking.
  • Viking women managed entire estates while the men sailed away.

How to make the most of Epic

For Parents
  • Invent a scenario where two different historical figures meet and talk to each other to spark creative thinking.
  • Find the birthplaces of famous historical figures on a colorful world map to practice geography.
For Educators
  • Identify the main obstacles a historical figure faced to analyze conflict and problem-solving.
  • Discuss how the climate of their homeland affected the choices historical people made.

FAQ

Books about people are a good fit for 8-year-olds because they encourage curiosity about different lives, experiences and perspectives.

Topics may include inspiring individuals, diverse communities, friendships, family relationships and personal achievements.

Families and educators can use these books to spark conversations about identity, empathy and the experiences of others.

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