Is it a good idea to take an 8 year old through the hikes? ,we're are planning on going labor day weekend?

Yes, it would be a great idea. The park has lots of hikes for children, mainly the narrows

There are plenty of hikes that can be done for an 8 year old, research in the park website for distances and difficulty

Absolutely, this park and the trails are incredible. Your 8 year old will be amazed.

I saw many children hiking the difficult trail to Angel's Landing.

Absolutely. There are many short hikes that are accessible to young children. See the guide for distance and elevation.

Yes