Mother's medicine

Nancy Moore Thurmond

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Mother's medicine

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nancy Moore Thurmond

Reading Level 7 12C Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Did you know that every mom has a secret recipe for making tough moments better? From surprising health tips to fun ways to learn and play, there’s a world of motherly magic waiting to be discovered—but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

Child RearingHealth and HygieneFamily

Quick Assessment

This illustrated guide, featuring cartoons from the Family Circus series, offers practical and imaginative advice on mothering. It covers health, nutrition, discipline, and child development in a way that's accessible for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. Parents will find it a helpful resource for supporting their child's growth and well-being.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

383 pages
ISBN
0688033849
Pages
383
Publisher
Morrow
Published
1979
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

ChildrenHealth and HygieneChild Rearing