8 years
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8 years
Reading with an 8-year-old child
8 years is the age when children's thinking and psyche begin to form, cognitive abilities develop, and interest in the surrounding world awakens. It is important to instill a love for books during this period, both for fairy tales and for those that develop analytical thinking and logic. Books for an 8-year-old child are available in a huge variety, so it will be easy to choose the right option.
If you have already instilled a love for literature in your little one from a young age, congratulations! Once the child has learned to read, the main task of parents is to select various books for children that should be interesting and engaging. These can be stories or works for independent study.
What books do children prefer?
Every parent understands that children need to read, but what exactly? Some find it difficult to choose age-appropriate books for kids. Usually, 8-year-olds will not read huge boring stories; they will only choose those works that interest them with their unusualness, humor, and charm.
Knowing the characteristics of this age, it will be possible to better understand what the son or daughter desires and to figure out the advantages of a young reader:
- "This is a time of great discoveries, new knowledge, and previously unknown information. A child usually wants to see the big world; they will enjoy Ukrainian books for 8-year-olds about adventures and travels."
- A useful choice becomes literature that tells how to act in various situations. For example, how to make friends, how to behave with the opposite sex.
- Fairy tales are still relevant, as children continue to develop their imagination and fantasy, and have not completely left childhood.
At this age, separation begins, and the child becomes more independent. Parents may feel that their little one is drifting away, but this is not the case. The tradition of reading together can become an important bonding factor that helps maintain warmth in the relationship with the child.
Popular genres
"Of course, fairy tales should be included in the list of popular genres among children of this age group. These are the old good stories about courage, bravery, friendship, honesty, and kindness. The genre remains relevant thanks to its brave heroes, plots with allegorical notes, interesting stories, and easy reading."
A story is another popular genre characterized by a small volume, a simple and clear plot line, and a limited number of characters. One can choose children's books about summer, nature, people, animals, and school. For 8-year-old children, a story serves as a stepping stone that helps transition from fairy tales to more serious and complex children's works.
Another genre worth paying attention to is fantasy. It immerses children in other worlds, helping to develop their imagination and creativity. An interesting book for a child in the fantasy genre is characterized by its vividness and richness of plot. Fantastic adventures captivate young readers and compel them to read the work to the very last drop.
Where to buy the book
"You can quickly buy a book for a girl or a boy in the online store 'Kazka.de'. A rich selection of literature will allow you to choose the optimal option and satisfy your child's reading needs. The following internet books for children are in demand:"
- "Think Like Sherlock Holmes" (authors: Carlo Carzan, Sonya Skalko);
- "The Merry Rogers and the Monster's Gold" (Johnny Duddle);
- "Captain's Island" (Sofia Prokofjeva);
- "Pepper, Mint and School" (Irmgard Kramer).
Books for children in Germany are easy to purchase. They are shipped all over the world, including to America, Canada, China, and Australia. The online store is located in Germany. You can buy a book for a boy from any corner of Europe.