Remembering Mum

Ginny Perkins

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Remembering Mum

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ginny Perkins

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

There’s a special story hidden in the pages about a girl who holds a secret in her heart—about her mum. It’s a quiet, gentle story about remembering someone very important, but that's only the beginning.

Themes

FamilyEmotional GrowthMemoryLoss & Grief

Quick Assessment

Remembering Mum is a sensitive middle-grade fiction book that explores themes of memory and loss through the eyes of a young protagonist. Suitable for ages 9-12, it gently addresses the emotions involved in coping with the absence of a parent, making it an appropriate choice for children experiencing similar feelings.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613906036
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
September 1996
Type
Nonfiction