About This Book
This zany picture book introduces the Fell family, who are at their wits' end with their resident house devil. In a moment of frustration, they agree to trade him for the mysterious Ms. Phisto, only to find themselves in a much bigger predicament. Nathan Hale brings the familiar adage, "You're better off with the devil you know than with the devil you don't," to life with wildly inventive illustrations and laugh-out-loud humor. It's a fantastic read-aloud for ages 3-7, sparking conversations about choices, consequences, and problem-solving, all wrapped in an entertaining, slightly mischievous package.
The Fell family gets frustrated with their house devil so they trade him, but when Ms. Phisto arrives they must try desperately to find the "simple contract" they signed.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What does the saying "You're better off with the devil you know than with the devil you don't" mean? Can you think of a time this was true for you?
2
Why did the Fell family want to get rid of their first devil? What did they learn about making quick decisions?
3
What did the Fell family do when they realized Ms. Phisto was worse? What would you do if you were in their situation?
4
What are some ways the Fell family could have tried to solve their problem with the first devil before trading him away?
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