Here are the top 30 bestselling early learning books for 8 year olds. Please click Read Review to read book reviews on Amazon. You can also click Find in Library to check book availability at your local library. If the default library is not correct, please follow Change Library to reset it.
1. Multiplication 0 to 12 Flash Cards (Brighter Child Flash Cards)
by: Brighter Child Release date: Mar 15, 2006 Number of Pages: 54 Find in Library Read Review |
The popular Brighter Child® Flash Cards give children a fun and easy way to practice important skills. Offering 24 titles encompassing preschool to grade 5, each title focuses on an important subject including early concepts, math, phonics, and U.S. History. Fun game ideas and learning suggestions are included to help children build proficiency and confidence. Game cards also allow children to develop thinking, decision-making, turn-taking, and social skills while playing fun games at the same time.
Select titles are also available in English-Spanish and Spanish-only versions.
2. What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety (What to Do Guides for Kids)
by: Dawn Huebner, Bonnie Matthews Release date: Sep 15, 2005 Number of Pages: 80 Find in Library Read Review |
3. Hark! A Shark!: All About Sharks (Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library)
by: Bonnie Worth, Aristides Ruiz, Joe Mathieu Release date: Jan 08, 2013 Number of Pages: 48 Find in Library Read Review |
4. Dr. Seuss’s Second Beginner Book Collection
by: Dr. Seuss, Random House Release date: Sep 27, 2011 Number of Pages: 288 Find in Library Read Review |
And if you want to make a REALLY BIG impression, consider gifting this along with a copy of our first boxed set of Beginner Books, Dr. Seuss’s Beginner Book Collection. The two sets combined include all ten Beginner Books by Dr. Seuss!
5. Star Wars: A Pop-Up Guide to the Galaxy
by: Matthew Reinhart Release date: Oct 15, 2007 Number of Pages: 6 Find in Library Read Review |
Matthew Reinhart has created another spectacular pop-up book for George Lucas’s epic STAR WARS movies! Bestselling pop-up artist and engineer Matthew Reinhart has designed a thirtieth anniversary commemorative edition that comes packed with a variety of novelty features — pop-ups, working light sabers, pull tabs, and other interactive looks at the exciting and popular movies. This beautiful book will impress all fans of STAR WARS and gives a whole new perspective to the films.
6. The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree: An Appalachian Story (Picture Puffin Books)
by: Gloria Houston, Barbara Cooney Release date: Oct 01, 1996 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
7. The Thanksgiving Story
by: Alice Dalgliesh, Helen Sewell Release date: Sep 01, 1985 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
Giles, Constance and Damaris Hopkins are all passengers aboard the crowded Mayflower, journeying to the New World to start a new life. Things get a little more cramped when their baby brother Oceanus is born during the passage. However, when they arrive, there are even worse challenges to face as the Pilgrims are subjected to hunger, cold, and sickness that put their small colony in great danger. With the help of the Native Americans though, they might just be able to survive their first year in this strange land—and have a November harvest to celebrate for generations!
8. Division 0 to 12 Flash Cards (Brighter Child Flash Cards)
by: Brighter Child Release date: Mar 15, 2006 Number of Pages: 54 Find in Library Read Review |
The popular Brighter Child® Flash Cards give children a fun and easy way to practice important skills. Offering 24 titles encompassing preschool to grade 5, each title focuses on an important subject including early concepts, math, phonics, and U.S. History. Fun game ideas and learning suggestions are included to help children build proficiency and confidence. Game cards also allow children to develop thinking, decision-making, turn-taking, and social skills while playing fun games at the same time.
9. If Jesus Lived Inside My Heart
by: Jill Roman Lord, Amy Wummer Release date: Aug 01, 2014 Number of Pages: 22 Find in Library Read Review |
If Jesus lived inside our hearts, would it show in our daily actions? This delightful little story explores just that as the toddlers in the story learn to be kind and generous in a variety of situations. The book may be used by parents as an introduction to Jesus and a way to discuss the many ways He lives within us. Bright and engaging illustrations from Amy Wummer enhance the appeal of the book to young children. Ages 2-5.
10. Cajun Night Before Christmas® (The Night Before Christmas Series)
by: “Trosclair”, Howard Jacobs, James Rice Release date: Sep 30, 1992 Number of Pages: 48 Find in Library Read Review |
St. Nicholas piles his skiff high with toys and hitches it to eight flying alligators on the bayou.
11. Time and Money Flash Cards (Brighter Child Flash Cards)
by: Brighter Child Release date: Mar 15, 2006 Number of Pages: 54 Find in Library Read Review |
The popular Brighter Child® Flash Cards give children a fun and easy way to practice important skills. Offering 24 titles encompassing preschool to grade 5, each title focuses on an important subject including early concepts, math, phonics, and U.S. History. Fun game ideas and learning suggestions are included to help children build proficiency and confidence. Game cards also allow children to develop thinking, decision-making, turn-taking, and social skills while playing fun games at the same time.
Select titles are also available in English-Spanish and Spanish-only versions.
12. That Rule Doesn’t Apply to Me! (Responsible Me!)
by: Julia Cook, Anita DuFalla Release date: Apr 01, 2016 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
13. Numbers 1 to 100 Flash Cards: Numeros del 1 al 100 (Brighter Child Flash Cards)
by: Brighter Child Release date: Mar 15, 2006 Number of Pages: 54 Find in Library Read Review |
The popular Brighter Child® Flash Cards give children a fun and easy way to practice important skills. Offering 24 titles encompassing preschool to grade 5, each title focuses on an important subject including early concepts, math, phonics, and U.S. History. Fun game ideas and learning suggestions are included to help children build proficiency and confidence. Game cards also allow children to develop thinking, decision-making, turn-taking, and social skills while playing fun games at the same time.
Select titles are also available in English-Spanish and Spanish-only versions.
14. Garden Fairies Scratch and Sketch: An Art Activity for Magical Artists and Believers of All Ages (Scratch & Sketch)
by: Martha Day Zschock Release date: Dec 01, 2006 Number of Pages: 64 Find in Library Read Review |
- Enjoy verses about your favorite flowers and their fairies as you copy 20 pictures from the land of fantasy.
- As you scratch away the black coating with the included wooden stylus, you’ll see your artwork blossom on rainbow-swirled and gold, silver, and purple glitter pages!
- Use the extra sketch pages to draw your own floral designs and tiny friends.
- Ages 5 and up.
- This art activity book comes shrink-wrapped.
- 64 pages.
- Includes 20 scratch-off, 20 illustrated, 20 sketch pages.
- 6-3/8 inches wide by 8-1/2 inches high; wire-o bound hardcover.
- Publisher’s Note: This activity book is best enjoyed by older children who are comfortable copying sketches onto the blank black-coated pages with the stylus. Younger children may have more fun with our Trace-Along Scratch and Sketch books.
- Warning: Choking hazard — small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Non-toxic: Potential eye irritant. Avoid inhaling particles of scratch coating.
15. The Snow Globe Family
by: Jane O’Connor, S.D. Schindler Release date: Oct 02, 2008 Number of Pages: 40 Find in Library Read Review |
16. Hap-Pea All Year (The Peas Series)
by: Keith Baker, Keith Baker Release date: Nov 01, 2016 Number of Pages: 40 Find in Library Read Review |
Hap-pea January!
Let’s get going,
grab your mittens—hooray, it’s snowing!
The peas have rolled through the letters, numbers, and colors. Now, they’re back with all of their signature jaunty and joyful perfect-for-preschoolers energy to take young readers through the calendar. With bouncy rhyming text and playful pea-packed illustrations, celebrating the months, the seasons, and the holidays has never been so fun!
17. Fireflies
by: Julie Brinckloe, Julie Brinckloe Release date: May 31, 1986 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
18. The Complete Book of Spanish, Grades 1 – 3
by: Thinking Kids, Carson-Dellosa Publishing Release date: Feb 11, 2016 Number of Pages: 416 Find in Library Read Review |
Introducing a foreign language to children at an early age can help them become well-adjusted communicators. Featuring kid-friendly activities and a Spanish-English glossary, The Complete Book of Spanish uses high-interest text to support skill mastery, encourage learning, and help children hone the skills needed for eventual language fluency.
The Complete Book series offers an engaging way for children to acquire knowledge and strengthen essential skills. This series features activities that encourage independent learning and support skill mastery in Spanish, handwriting, maps, geography, the alphabet, numbers, counting, time, money, and arts and crafts. Each subject-specific, comprehensive workbook offers focused instruction and fun activities. The books in this series feature full-color photographs and illustrations that hold attention while children learn important concepts.
With The Complete Book series, students have the support they need for school success!
19. Thunder Cake
by: Patricia Polacco Release date: Aug 25, 1997 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
Reaching once again into her rich childhood experience, Patricia Polacco tells the memorable story of how her grandma–her Babushka–helped her overcome her fear of thunder when she was a little girl. Ms. Polacco’s vivid memories of her grandmother’s endearing answer to a child’s fear, accompanied by her bright folk-art illustrations, turn a frightening thunderstorm into an adventure and ultimately . . . a celebration!
Whether the first clap of thunder finds you buried under the bedcovers or happily anticipating the coming storm, Thunder Cake is a story that will bring new meaning and possibility to the excitement of a thunderstorm.
20. 70 Must-Know Word Problems, Grades 1 – 2 (Singapore Math)
by: Frank Schaffer Publications Release date: Jun 01, 2009 Number of Pages: 160 Find in Library Read Review |
Welcome to Singapore Math––the leading math program in the world! This workbook features math practice and activities for first and second grade students based on the Singapore Math method. An introduction at the front of each book explains Singapore Math and its common problem types. Each unit has learning objectives, which clearly define the skills to be learned in that section, and an answer key with step-by-step worked out solutions that help students see how to work the problems. This book is perfect for students familiar with Singapore Math and for those who just need extra math practice!
Many students struggle with word problems because they typically involve two or more mathematical concepts and require reading, comprehension, and analytical skills to determine the solution. To help overcome this struggle, these Singapore Math workbooks focus on diagrams, number bonds, the “counting on” method, and the “crossing out” method to help students master challenging word problems as well as exercise mental calculation. Perfect as a supplement to classroom work or as a homeschool resource, this series will boost confidence in problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
21. Cookie Count: A Tasty Pop-up
by: Robert Sabuda, Robert Sabuda Release date: Nov 01, 1997 Number of Pages: 12 Find in Library Read Review |
22. 100 Words Kids Need to Read by 3rd Grade: Sight Word Practice to Build Strong Readers
by: Scholastic Inc. Release date: Jan 01, 2002 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
• Fill-in-the-blank stories and sentences
• Word riddles, games, and puzzles
• Stories that present the words in context
• “Guess the Word” activities
• Word classifying and sorting activities
• Practice using irregular verb forms
• Proofreading practice For use with Grade 3.
23. Beautiful Hands
by: Bret Baumgarten, Kathryn Otoshi, Kathryn Otoshi Release date: Sep 29, 2015 Number of Pages: 40 Find in Library Read Review |
Based on co-author Bret Baumgarten’s experience of holding his daughter’s hands every morning and asking her, “What will your beautiful hands do today?,” this book was created to inspire children everywhere to use their power to help themselves and others achieve their dreams. Co-authored and illustrated by Kathryn Otoshi (One, Zero, Two), it is sure to charm.
24. Singapore Math Practice, Level 2A, Grade 3
by: Frank Schaffer Publications Release date: Jun 01, 2009 Number of Pages: 128 Find in Library Read Review |
Welcome to Singapore Math––the leading math program in the world! This workbook features math practice and activities for third grade students based on the Singapore Math method. Level A is designed for the first semester and Level B is for the second. An introduction at the front of each book explains Singapore Math and its common problem types. Each unit has learning objectives, which clearly define the skills to be learned in that section, and an answer key with step-by-step worked out solutions that help students see how to work the problems. This book is perfect for students familiar with Singapore Math and for those who just need extra math practice!
Directly correlated to Singapore Math textbooks, this comprehensive practice series allows learners to practice various types of math problems while developing their thinking and analytical skills. Learning objectives and unit assessments are included to ensure that students obtain a thorough understanding of each concept. Perfect as a supplement to classroom work or as a homeschool resource, these workbooks will boost confidence in problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
25. My First Crossword Puzzle Book (Dover Little Activity Books)
by: Anna Pomaska, Activity Books Release date: Apr 01, 1990 Number of Pages: 64 Find in Library Read Review |
26. Singapore Math Practice, Level 1A, Grade 2
by: Frank Schaffer Publications Release date: Jun 01, 2009 Number of Pages: 128 Find in Library Read Review |
Directly correlated to Singapore Math textbooks, this comprehensive practice series allows learners to practice various types of math problems while developing their thinking and analytical skills. Learning objectives and unit assessments are included to ensure that students obtain a thorough understanding of each concept. Perfect as a supplement to classroom work or as a homeschool resource, these workbooks will boost confidence in problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
27. When I Was Young in the Mountains (Reading Rainbow Books)
by: Cynthia Rylant, Diane Goode Release date: Jan 01, 1993 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
“An evocative remembrance of the simple pleasures in country living; splashing in the swimming hole, taking baths in the kitchen, sharing family times, each is eloquently portrayed here in both the misty-hued scenes and in the poetic text.”
-Association for Childhood Education International
28. Mazes & Dot-to-Dots, Grades K – 2 (Just Puzzling!)
by: Brighter Child Release date: Apr 02, 2012 Number of Pages: 96 Find in Library Read Review |
29. The ABCs of Christmas
by: Jill Howarth Release date: Sep 27, 2016 Number of Pages: 26 Find in Library Read Review |
Spread the joy of Christmas with this sparkly board book that features clever word associations and delightfully festive illustrations.
30. Fractions Flash Cards (Brighter Child Flash Cards)
by: Brighter Child Release date: Mar 15, 2006 Number of Pages: 54 Find in Library Read Review |
The popular Brighter Child® Flash Cards give children a fun and easy way to practice important skills. Offering 24 titles encompassing preschool to grade 5, each title focuses on an important subject including early concepts, math, phonics, and U.S. History. Fun game ideas and learning suggestions are included to help children build proficiency and confidence. Game cards also allow children to develop thinking, decision-making, turn-taking, and social skills while playing fun games at the same time.
Select titles are also available in English-Spanish and Spanish-only versions.
Best Selling Books for 8 year olds:
- Action & Adventure
- Activities, Crafts & Games
- Animals
- Biographies
- Classics
- Comics & Graphic Novels
- Computers & Technology
- Early Learning
- Education & Reference
- Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths
- History
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Humor
- Literature & Fiction
- Mysteries & Detectives
- Religions
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
- Science, Nature & How It Works
- Sports & Outdoors
- Children’s Cookbooks
Recommended Books for 8 year olds:
- Action & Adventure
- Activities, Crafts & Games
- Animals
- Biographies
- Classics
- Comics & Graphic Novels
- Computers & Technology
- Early Learning
- Education & Reference
- Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths
- History
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Humor
- Literature & Fiction
- Mysteries & Detectives
- Religions
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
- Science, Nature & How It Works
- Sports & Outdoors
- Children’s Cookbooks
Best Selling Early Learning Books for:
- 1 Year Olds
- 2 Year Olds
- 3 Year Olds
- 4 Year Olds
- 5 Year Olds
- 6 Year Olds
- 7 Year Olds
- 8 Year Olds
- 9 Year Olds
- 10 Year Olds
- 11 Year Olds
- 12 Year Olds
- Teen & Young Adults
Recommended Early Learning Books for:
- 1 Year Olds
- 2 Year Olds
- 3 Year Olds
- 4 Year Olds
- 5 Year Olds
- 6 Year Olds
- 7 Year Olds
- 8 Year Olds
- 9 Year Olds
- 10 Year Olds
- 11 Year Olds
- 12 Year Olds
- Teen & Young Adults
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