Where Is Mommy?
by Pat Cummings
Holiday House 2019
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family
- observation and clues
- problem-solving
- independence
- everyday life
- parent-child bond
- perseverance
About this book
A young girl wakes from a cozy read-aloud to discover Mommy is missing and begins a gentle house-wide search. Using simple clues—slippers, glasses, a recipe—she practices careful observation and inference to figure out where Mommy might be. With warm illustrations and short, repeating sentences, this Level D early reader supports late–kindergarten skills and growing independence. Kids enjoy the playful mystery, everyday setting, and the reassuring parent-child bond.
Setting: a cozy home and backyard garden, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Where Is Mommy? right for my child?
Yes — Where Is Mommy? is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.7, which is typical for Kindergarten. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include family, observation and clues, problem-solving.
How long does it take to read Where Is Mommy??
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Where Is Mommy? takes around 4m to finish. The book has 180 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Where Is Mommy? have an AR quiz?
Yes — Where Is Mommy? has an AR quiz available, worth 0.3 points. 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 Where Is Mommy??
Where Is Mommy? has an AR reading level of 0.7, which places it at a Kindergarten reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — 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.