What reading level is A mother to embarrass me?

A mother to embarrass me by Carol Lynch Williams is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A mother to embarrass me appropriate for?

A mother to embarrass me is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LN (Light — Neutral). Content flags: Family Change, Embarrassment.

What genre is A mother to embarrass me?

A mother to embarrass me is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does A mother to embarrass me have any content warnings?

A mother to embarrass me has a HootRating of 9LN (Light — Neutral). Content flags include: Family Change, Embarrassment. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A mother to embarrass me?

A mother to embarrass me by Carol Lynch Williams is 136 pages.

A mother to embarrass me

Carol Lynch Williams

A mother to embarrass me

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carol Lynch Williams

Reading Level 4-5 9LN Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The smell of baby powder fills the air, mixing with the soft thump of footsteps on the wooden floor. Laura watches her mom, who seems more awkward and surprising every day, especially now with a baby on the way. Sometimes, it feels like her mom’s embarrassing moments never end, but maybe there’s more to this story than Laura expects.

Themes

FamilyNew BabyParentsSocial IssuesComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows twelve-year-old Laura as she navigates the challenges of her mother's embarrassing behavior and the arrival of a new baby in the family. It thoughtfully explores family dynamics, social issues, and the feelings of pre-adolescence with sensitivity appropriate for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the book handles themes of family change and social embarrassment in a relatable and gentle manner.