{"id":3712,"date":"2021-12-22T21:13:11","date_gmt":"2021-12-22T21:13:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/?p=3712"},"modified":"2022-03-22T21:15:17","modified_gmt":"2022-03-22T21:15:17","slug":"discover-these-must-read-books-for-8-year-olds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/discover-these-must-read-books-for-8-year-olds\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover These Must-Read Books for 8-Year Olds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Best books&nbsp;for&nbsp;8-year olds&nbsp;on Epic!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This age is such a fun time to get into reading. By now, many kids have the fundamentals (not to mention the silly bones) to dive into popular favorites for the pure fun of it. And you can be sure that fun is the theme of this list. From&nbsp;graphic novels&nbsp;to&nbsp;chapter books&nbsp;and silly how-tos, there&#8217;s something for every kid, and every&nbsp;reading level. Read on for just some of our favorite&nbsp;books for kids, from&nbsp;8-year olds, to&nbsp;9-year olds&nbsp;and older!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"books-for-8-year-olds-on-epic\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Books for&nbsp;8-Year Olds&nbsp;on Epic&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"big-nate-the-gerbil-ate-my-homework\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/73090\"><strong>Big Nate: The Gerbil Ate My Homework<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By: Lincoln Peirce&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:&nbsp;<\/strong>7-12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Middle school&nbsp;is back and has never been more hilarious. In this edition of the<em>&nbsp;New York Times&nbsp;<\/em>bestselling series, lovable troublemaker &#8220;Big Nate&#8221; Wright pins the blame for failing to do his homework on Sherman, the class gerbil. Throughout his misadventures in this collection of comics, he&#8217;ll do anything to stay out of detention and make it to summer vacation. Will he succeed?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/73090\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"396\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Big-Nate-The-Gerbil-Ate-My-Homework.jpeg\" alt=\"Books for 8-Year Olds: Big Nate- The Gerbil Ate My Homework\" class=\"wp-image-3713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Big-Nate-The-Gerbil-Ate-My-Homework.jpeg 396w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Big-Nate-The-Gerbil-Ate-My-Homework-320x404.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"diary-of-a-wimpy-kid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/68918\"><strong>Diary of a Wimpy Kid<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By:&nbsp;Jeff Kinney&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:&nbsp;<\/strong>9-12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Boys don\u2019t keep diaries\u2014or do they? Greg Heffley does (it\u2019s a journal, though, if you ask him). And as the&nbsp;new school&nbsp;year starts, he\u2019s got plenty to write about. He shows up to his first day of&nbsp;middle school, along with his sidekick and&nbsp;best friend&nbsp;Rowley\u2014only to discover he now has to share the halls with boys who are taller, meaner and already shaving. When Rowley starts to become more popular, Greg tries to use it to his advantage, triggering a series of events that test their friendship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this&nbsp;first book&nbsp;in the hugely popular Wimpy Kid series,&nbsp;young readers&nbsp;can share in his relatable experience of growing up before one\u2019s ready, through the hilarious words and drawings Greg records in his diary.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/68918\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1160\" height=\"1687\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/9781613122433-1160x1687.jpg\" alt=\"Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney: Books 1 and 2 available on Epic!\" class=\"wp-image-1247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/9781613122433-1160x1687.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/9781613122433-800x1164.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/9781613122433-320x466.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/9781613122433-560x815.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/9781613122433.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1160px) 100vw, 1160px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"fruit-ninja-frenzy-force\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/50214\"><strong>Fruit Ninja: Frenzy Force<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By: Halfbrick Studios<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:&nbsp;<\/strong>8-12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Four Fruit Ninjas from humble beginnings prepare to rediscover the long-lost art of Juice Jitsu in this thrilling&nbsp;graphic novel&nbsp;adventure based on the the hit game. Your kid can join a daring team of crime fighters as they protect their neighbors from villainous juice stands and other nefarious (and fruity) actors in this quirky martial arts tale.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/50214\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"396\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Fruit-Ninja.jpeg\" alt=\"Books for 8-Year Olds: Fruit Ninja\" class=\"wp-image-3718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Fruit-Ninja.jpeg 396w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Fruit-Ninja-320x404.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"how-to-write-a-fractured-fairytale\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/41830\"><strong>How to Write a Fractured&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Fairytale<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Written by:&nbsp;<a>Nel Yomtov<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Illustrated by:&nbsp;<a>Kathleen Petelinsek<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:&nbsp;<\/strong>7-9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>What&#8217;s a fractured&nbsp;fairy tale&nbsp;and how exactly do you fracture one? Your kid can learn all about how to turn familiar favorites into hilarious tales of their own making in this fun-filled how-to. Filled with exciting writing prompts and activities, it&#8217;ll get their creative juices flowing and get &#8217;em laughing at the same time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/41830\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"396\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/how-to-write-a-fractured-fairy-tale.jpeg\" alt=\"Books for 8-Year Olds: How to Write a Fractured Fairy Tale\" class=\"wp-image-3714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/how-to-write-a-fractured-fairy-tale.jpeg 396w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/how-to-write-a-fractured-fairy-tale-320x404.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"epic-originals-out-of-time-book-1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/69004\"><strong>Epic Originals: Out of Time Book 1<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Written by:&nbsp;<a>Jessica Rinker<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Illustrated by:&nbsp;<a>Bethany Stancliffe<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:&nbsp;<\/strong>8-12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Allie and Vic Taylor are just regular kids who help out in their parents\u2019 antique shop. Until one day, when they find they can travel through time and explore important moments in history!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When Allie, Vic, and their friend Max are mysteriously sent back in time to the Titanic, they have to find a way to save their parents\u2019 shop, their futures and get off the ship before it sinks. Your kid can join them as they explore the Titanic in its prime and attempt to find their way back to the present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the adventure, readers can learn interesting facts about antique stores as well as the Titanic and its passengers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/69004\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"661\" height=\"834\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Out-of-Time.jpeg\" alt=\"Books for 8-Year Olds: Out of Time\" class=\"wp-image-3715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Out-of-Time.jpeg 661w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Out-of-Time-320x404.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Out-of-Time-560x707.jpeg 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 661px) 100vw, 661px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"the-adventures-of-captain-underpants-audiobook\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/62243\">The Adventures of&nbsp;Captain Underpants<\/a>&nbsp;(Audiobook)&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bBy:&nbsp;Dav Pilkey&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong>&nbsp;7-10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>In the&nbsp;first book&nbsp;in this #1&nbsp;<em>New York Times<\/em>&nbsp;bestselling series by \u201cDog Man\u201d author and illustrator&nbsp;Dav Pilkey, hilarious grossness ensues when 4th-grade&nbsp;best friends&nbsp;George Beard and Harold Hutchins invent the wedgie-powered superhero&nbsp;Captain Underpants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only thing that class clowns George and Harold love more than jokes and pranks is making comic books, and that\u2019s when they invent the greatest superhero in the history of their elementary school:&nbsp;Captain Underpants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Faster than a speeding waistband! More powerful than boxer shorts! He can leap tall buildings without getting a wedgie. In other words, he\u2019s the perfect hero to serve up plenty of giggles for kids in this age group. And this audio version makes the perfect&nbsp;read-aloud. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/62243\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"396\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Adventures-of-Captain-Underpants.png\" alt=\"Captain Underpants Series by Dav Pilkey\" class=\"wp-image-1385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Adventures-of-Captain-Underpants.png 396w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Adventures-of-Captain-Underpants-320x404.png 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If your&nbsp;7-year old&nbsp;enjoys this&nbsp;first book, they\u2019ll love other books in the series available on Epic, including \u201cCaptain Underpants&nbsp;and the Attack of the Killer Toilet\u201d and \u201cCaptain Underpants&nbsp;and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"the-puffins-are-back\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/65893\"><strong>The&nbsp;Puffins&nbsp;are Back<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By:&nbsp;Gail Gibbons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:&nbsp;<\/strong>7-9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>The Atlantic&nbsp;Puffin&nbsp;is close to extinction, until scientists come to the rescue. In this fascinating book, kids can learn about a special conservation program aimed at repopulating the species, as well as the lifecycle of this amazing bird.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;The&nbsp;Puffins&nbsp;Are Back&#8221; is particularly meaningful for the author, as &nbsp;her inspiration for the book was a&nbsp;puffin&nbsp;sanctuary near her home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/65893\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"396\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/The-Puffins-are-Back.jpeg\" alt=\"Books for 8-Year Olds: The Puffins are Back\" class=\"wp-image-3716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/The-Puffins-are-Back.jpeg 396w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/The-Puffins-are-Back-320x404.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"the-wolf-in-underpants-at-full-speed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/75087\"><strong>The Wolf In Underpants: At Full Speed<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Written by: Wilfrid Lupano<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Illustrated by: Mayana Ito\u00efz<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong>&nbsp;6-11<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>There\u2019s a big race happening in the forest\u2014but someone\u2019s ruined all the posters! Wolf is on the case, but he soon discovers a wisecracking chickadee who feels left out of the fun. So he hatches a plan to help him win\u2026 a plan that involves a little creative thinking and you guessed it, Wolf\u2019s trademark striped undies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this third book in the hilarious&nbsp;graphic novel&nbsp;series, you and your kid are in for some serious laugh-out-loud lessons in finding understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your kid loves this, they might like \u201cThe Wolf in Underpants Freezes His Buns Off!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/75087\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"276\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/The-Wolf-In-Underpants-At-Full-Speed.jpeg\" alt=\"The Wolf in Underpants: At Full Speed\" class=\"wp-image-2665\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"warriors-1-into-the-wild\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/8673\"><strong>Warriors #1: Into the Wild<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By:&nbsp;<a>Erin Hunter<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:&nbsp;<\/strong>8-12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest under a warrior code that&#8217;s now under threat in this thrilling fantasy. In this #1 national bestseller, your kid can join the ThunderClan cats, and a seemingly ordinary housecoat named Rusty as they face the sinister ShadowClan and save their fellow warriors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/app\/read\/8673\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"396\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Warriors-1-Into-the-Wild.jpeg\" alt=\"Books for 8-Year Olds: Warriors #1- Into the Wild\" class=\"wp-image-3717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Warriors-1-Into-the-Wild.jpeg 396w, https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Warriors-1-Into-the-Wild-320x404.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"other-recommendations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Other Recommendations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want more&nbsp;great books&nbsp;for&nbsp;8-year olds? Here are a few more of our favorites, all available on&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/\">Amazon<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"because-of-winn-dixie\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Because of Winn-Dixie<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By:&nbsp;Kate DiCamillo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One summer\u2019s day,&nbsp;10-year-old&nbsp;India Opal Buloni comes home with a dog that she names Winn-Dixie. But Winn-Dixie\u2019s no ordinary dog. It\u2019s because of Winn-Dixie that Opal starts making new friends. It\u2019s because of Winn-Dixie that she finally asks her father about her mother, who left when she was little. Just about everything that happens this summer is because of Winn-Dixie in this charming book by&nbsp;Kate DiCamillo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"charlottes-web\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Charlotte&#8217;s Web<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By:&nbsp;E.B. White&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many will remember the titular web of the spider Charlotte, and the remarkable expressions she spins above the barn describing her&nbsp;best friend, Wilbur the pig. Saved as a runt by a&nbsp;little girl&nbsp;named&nbsp;Fern, Wilbur continues to face the danger of slaughter. But when word spreads of the \u201cmiracle,\u201d visitors come from all over the county to witness \u201cZuckerman\u2019s famous pig.\u201d What follows is a touching, bittersweet ending to an enduring classic tale of friendship, life, death and love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"harry-potter-and-the-philosophers-stone\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Harry Potter<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;and the Philosopher&#8217;s Stone<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By: J.K. Rowling\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this first book in the hugely popular series, we meet a seemingly ordinary boy named Harry Potter. Orphaned as a baby, he lives with his aunt and uncle, and his bullying, spoiled cousin Dudly. One day an owl delivers a letter, changing his life forever. Your kid can join Harry on a magical adventure as he is transported to the Hogwarts School of Wizardry and Witchcraft where he discovers his true heritage, the cause of his parents&#8217; death and solves the first of many incredible mysteries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"matilda\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Matilda<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By:&nbsp;Roald Dahl&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Matilda&nbsp;is different from her family. In fact, she\u2019s different from everybody. The magic surrounding this brilliant yet relatable character has captivated children for generations. The audio version narrated by Kate Winslet is sure to mesmerize listeners\u2014whether they\u2019re new to the story or already fan. If your kid loves&nbsp;Matilda, check out other audio stories by&nbsp;Roald Dahl&nbsp;like James and the Giant Peach and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"magic-treehouse-book-1-dinosaurs-before-dark\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Magic Treehouse<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;Book 1: Dinosaurs Before Dark<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By:&nbsp;Mary Pope Osborne&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this first installment of one of the best-selling&nbsp;chapter&nbsp;book&nbsp;series&nbsp;of all time, we meet siblings Jack and Annie, who discover a magical treehouse that lets them travel to different periods in history. Dinosaurs Before Dark, will transport your kid all the way back to the Cretaceous period, in this fantastical journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"the-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe &nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By:&nbsp;C.S. Lewis&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child loved&nbsp;fairy tales&nbsp;when they were younger, fantasy series like \u201cThe Chronicles of Narnia\u201d might be a perfect fit for their listening ears. Although it\u2019s the second book in the series, \u201cThe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe\u201d is a great starting point. It can be enjoyed as a stand-alone story, but we recommend the other audiobooks in the series as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s our list of&nbsp;best books&nbsp;for&nbsp;8-year olds! Want to find more fun, educational&nbsp;children\u2019s books&nbsp;available on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.getepic.com\/\">Epic<\/a>? 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