I Love My Mum
by Gaby Morgan
Pan Macmillan 2015
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- mother–child bond
- gratitude
- family diversity
- everyday life
- humor
- celebration
- kindness
- appreciation
About this book
This cheerful poetry collection celebrates mums of all kinds with funny, tender, and thoughtful verses by favorite children’s poets. From everyday silliness to heartfelt thank-yous, the poems capture the many ways mothers care, encourage, and make life special. Short, lively pieces and plenty of humor make it a great shared read for Mother’s Day or any day. Perfect for readers who enjoy bite-size poems and family-themed fun.
Setting: contemporary family life, expressed through short, humorous and heartfelt poems
Frequently Asked Questions
Is I Love My Mum right for my child?
Yes — I Love My Mum is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.4, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include mother–child bond, gratitude, family diversity.
How long does it take to read I Love My Mum?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, I Love My Mum takes around 57m to finish. The book has 8,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does I Love My Mum have an AR quiz?
Yes — I Love My Mum has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is I Love My Mum?
I Love My Mum has an AR reading level of 4.4, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.