Introduction
In a world saturated with digital stimuli, finding the perfect book to capture a child’s imagination is more important than ever. For young readers aged 6 to 8, this is a crucial stage in which reading habits are consolidated and a love of stories is forged.Leaving aside endless sagas and timeless classics, 2025 brings us an exciting crop of new releases, perfect for discovering new worlds, unforgettable characters and valuable lessons. Here is our selection of the ten best books for children aged 6 to 8.
1. El Perro que Bailó en la Luna by John Boyne
- Description: The acclaimed author of ‘The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas’ presents his first illustrated album, a literary gem that tells the story of Ignacio and his dancing dog, Max. With a shared dream of travelling to space, they embark on a galactic adventure to deflect a meteorite threatening Earth.
- Features: A rhyming story with vibrant illustrations and dynamic layout, ideal for reading aloud and inspiring little ones to pursue their dreams, no matter what others think.
- Where to buy: Libreria la Memòria or Planeta de libros.
2. La Calavera by Jon Klassen
- Description: Award-winning author and illustrator Jon Klassen adapts a dark and magnetic Tyrolean legend. The story follows Otilia, a girl who runs away and finds refuge in a house inhabited by a skull. Together, they must face a lurking danger.
- Features: With Klassen’s unmistakable style, this work perfectly combines mystery and tenderness, creating an unconditional and captivating friendship that will keep young readers hooked until the last page.
- Where to buy: Blackie Books or Fnac.
3. Soy un Perro by Heena Baek
- Description: From the prestigious winner of the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, Heena Baek, comes this original story told from the perspective of Canicas, an adorable adopted puppy.
- Features: The book explores with unique sensitivity the relationship between a pet and its young owner, the boundaries of home, and empathy for the most vulnerable. The extraordinary illustrations, created from handmade scenes and characters, offer a three-dimensional effect that will captivate children and adults alike.
- Where to buy: Agapea or La Puerta de Tannhäuser.
4. Little Dragons: Pequeños Dragones Mágicos by Susanna Isern
- Description: Prolific author Susanna Isern launches a new fantasy series perfect for early readers. In the magical land of Dragolia, only chosen children can become dragon riders.
- Features: Wanda, our protagonist, must find her little dragon to awaken her magic. A fast-paced story full of courage, friendship and fascinating creatures that promises to become the new favourite saga for young adventurers.
- Where to buy: La Osera de la Sierra or Baobab Libros.
5. Buenas Noches, Mariposa by Ross Burach
- Description: This entertaining story is the perfect solution for nights when sleep won’t come. Mariposa is wide awake, and her friend Puercoespín, a nocturnal animal, tries to help her.
- Features: Through comical dialogue and hilarious situations, the book teaches children to find inner calm to sleep and, along the way, they learn the differences between diurnal and nocturnal animals.
- Where to buy: Fnac or El Corte Inglés.
6. Cuando las Niñas Cambian el Mundo by Raquel Díaz Reguera
- Description: Following on from ‘When Girls Fly High’, this new release by Raquel Díaz Reguera is a tribute to the power of small actions.
- Features: Violeta and her friends, with wings woven for them by Mr. Siquierespuedes, face the threats of Don Noloconseguirás. An illustrated album with a powerful message of empowerment, resilience, and the importance of starting with small gestures to transform the world.
- Where to buy: Fnac or Machado Libros.
7. El deseo más grande del mundo by Eva Manzano
- Description: One morning, Olivia wakes up and discovers that dandelions have grown so tall that they have stopped the world from turning. With the help of the forest animals, she must solve this mystery.
- Features: A poetic and beautifully illustrated story about collaboration, nature, and the magic that lies within our desires. A book that invites reflection and contemplation.
- Where to buy: Nórdica Libros or Librería Palas.
8. Feriópolis by Ledicia Costas (Premio SM El Barco de Vapor 2025)
- Description: Lola, a ten-year-old girl, finds refuge from her life with her aunt and uncle at the fair, and especially on the witch’s train.
- Features: The winner of the National Children’s and Young Adult Literature Award brings us a novel that blends nostalgia for old-fashioned fairs with an exciting, contemporary adventure. A read that will entertain different generations and celebrate joy and friendship.
- Where to buy: Agapea or Libros Polifemo.
9. Hoy Jugamos Todos by Alberto Soler and Concepción Roger
- Description: This illustrated album is an essential tool for teaching young children to set boundaries and express their discomfort, laying the groundwork for preventing bullying.
- Features: With simple language and recognisable situations, it is a must-read for families and educators seeking to foster respect and communication from an early age.
- Where to buy: Librería San Pablo or Penguin Libros.
10. El Club de los Dibujantes by Scott McCloud and Raina Telgemeier
- Description: For young artists and storytellers, this book is a source of inspiration. Makayla has ideas but doesn’t know how to express them, Howard draws non-stop but struggles to create a narrative.
- Features: Through its characters, this book explores the creative process, overcoming blocks and the importance of collaboration, all in an attractive and accessible format that combines narrative with comics.
- Where to buy: Generación X or Fnac.
Conclusion
Reading is a powerful tool that not only enriches knowledge but also fosters imagination and empathy in children. The books selected in this ranking are ideal for children aged 6 to 8, offering stories that inspire, teach and entertain. By choosing these books, families are investing in their children’s emotional and cognitive development, helping them build a future full of possibilities.
