Mom for Umande
Maria Faulconer
Mom for Umande
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Maria Faulconer
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
When baby gorilla Umande's mother is too young to care for him, kind zookeepers step in to feed and comfort him. Surrounded by gentle hands and warm hearts, Umande awaits a special surrogate mom to help him grow strong and happy. This tender tale celebrates love and care beyond family ties.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780803737624
- Pages
- 32
- Publisher
- Penguin Young Readers Group
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 935
- Read-Aloud
- ~6 min
- Text Density
- Picture-Heavy