Flutter on My Cheeks

Katherine DeSilva

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Flutter on My Cheeks

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Mummy, Me and Multiple Sclerosis

by Katherine DeSilva

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it’s like when someone you love feels sick every day? Zetta tries to understand her mom’s mysterious illness while her two dogs, two rats, and two tiny fairies help make sense of it all. But can they find a way to make things better?

Themes

FamilyHealthChildren's Fiction

Quick Assessment

Flutter on My Cheeks gently explores a young child's perspective on living with a parent who has Multiple Sclerosis. Suitable for early readers ages 5-8, this story uses relatable characters and gentle fantasy elements to explain chronic illness in a way children can understand. It’s an empathetic introduction to health challenges without heavy emotional weight.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Illness & Injury
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

35 pages
ISBN
9798986553177
Pages
35
Publisher
Pumpkin Vines
Published
2022
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Health