Books for Kids 6-8 Years

Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day by reading these books with your kids! Check out GVanGorder 's book reviews and recommended family activities. I Am Brave: A Little Book about Martin Luther King, Jr. by Brad Meltzer This colorful and fun children's nonfiction adaptation of the New York ...
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Indigenous Peoples' Day is the perfect time to talk about the present-day life and culture of Native American nations or indigenous people. There are many ways children of all ages can observe Indigenous Peoples' Day, but one is by reading any of these magnificent picture books. We are Water Protectors ...
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Think of all the sounds that a rhythm can be. Ratatatat and Dumdedumdum.  A rhythm can even be quiet (shhh!).  Can you think of some? Let's find some rhythms in a book! Watch videos, download books to read together, and explore things to do with BookSpring. Video: English Video: Español ...
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It was by boats that people first traveled across the oceans between the continents. Some of the best boats are the ones that float on lakes or even in bathtubs!  Let’s learn more about boats this week. Watch videos, download books to read together, and explore things to do with ...
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Many, many years ago, when the earth was very new, there was no life. Today, there are people and cities everywhere! Where do you think the future will take us? Let’s read about the past, the present, and the future of people, in a book!  Watch videos, download books to ...
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Seeing, hearing, tasting, touching, and smelling. These are the five senses. The 5 Senses are the special ways that living things can learn and know about the world around us. Each one is special and helps us do so many things together – like reading! Watch videos, download books to ...
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July is a special month when we honor our independence here in the United States of America. This is a day that we honor our country becoming separated from England and starting up a brand new union. Learn more about our history and the different Independence Day celebrations in this ...
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A friend is someone who stands up for you, who makes you laugh, and who shares their things with you.  A friend makes your sad days happier and pulls your feet back down when your head is in the clouds.  Friends are someone who helps you when you are in ...
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Chat by the lake this week! It’s full of calm, clear water, and I can see the tiny little fish swimming just above the bottom. Bibi wants to let you know how important you are to her! She's so glad to have a reading buddy like you. Summer is a ...
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Ah, it’s finally summer!  Bibi here, your book-loving butterfly friend.  One of the things I love most about summer is I can read all I want, anytime I want, anywhere I want!  I can read before lunch in my bed, or read outside after dinner.  Where is the craziest place ...
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This week Bibi explores lullabies and nursery rhymes with you! When babies are tiny, it’s great to sing to them and share little cute sayings that have been passed down for many generations, from moms and dads to their kids. Let’s take a look at Nursery Rhymes in books!  Watch ...
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Have you ever wondered if there is life out there, in space? Do you think that one-day people will live on other planets? Right now, there are people on earth working hard to get people all the way to Mars. Space is just so vast. It’s hard to even talk ...
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Have you ever heard of the word Opposites?  It means two things that are totally different from each other:  Like Up and Down.  Or Red and Green.  Or Big and Small.  There are so many!  I love to think of opposites and everything in between!  Can you think of some ...
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This week's theme is Read it with Feeling! Bibi encourages you to learn about feelings with a good book. Watch videos, download books to read together, and explore things to do with BookSpring. Video: English Video: Español Books: English Here are some books to read together! You can download and ...
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Have you heard of a community helper? These people are the firefighters, police officers, doctors, and teachers that make our community safe, happy, and healthy. Let's read all about them! Watch videos, download books to read together, and explore things to do with BookSpring. Video: English Video: Español Books: English ...
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Don't you love a warm sunny day!  The sun's rays feel so good against my wings, like it's sending me hope and love and kisses.  All life on earth depends upon the sun.  Let's give thanks for our special star, the sun, and read all about it in a book! ...
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Go on a picnic with Bibi this week! A picnic is where you bring some food you like and a blanket, or find a picnic table, or sit under a tree to enjoy your meal with friends, family, and all of nature. There are a lot of books that describe ...
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Did you know that more insects are living on the earth than all the animals and people together?  Even though some look strange, I love them all so much.  Let's learn more about them in a book! Watch videos, download books to read together, and explore things to do with ...
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Check out these picture books to explore the theme "When I Grow Up" with kids ages 4-8. BookSpring volunteer Donovan Archer reviewed these books. Subscribe for more Children’s Books Reviews. I Used to Be the Baby By Robin Ballard “I used to be the baby, but now I am big.” ...
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This week is Bibi the BookSpring Butterfly's birthday!  Sometimes, growing up sounds a little bit scary, but there are so many wonderful things to look forward to. What do you want to be when you grow up? Books to Read Together  Here are some books to read together! You can ...
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Have you ever heard someone say, "Stop and Smell the Roses?" It means we shouldn't be busy all the time and rush right by a beautiful flower without even noticing it. When you put your mind on the Rose and take the time to smell it and even touch its ...
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