The Devil's Other Storybook
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) 1987
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- trickster tales
- temptation
- consequences
- wit and cleverness
- morality
- pride and vanity
- justice
- bargains and deals
About this book
In this witty companion to The Devil's Storybook, the Devil roams a timeless, folktale world getting tangled in his own tricks. Each short, self-contained tale plays with ideas of pride, temptation, and justice—told with Natalie Babbitt’s sharp humor and lively voice. Perfect for reading aloud or in quick bites, it invites middle-grade readers to laugh while thinking about choices and consequences. Fans of clever, slightly mischievous stories will enjoy the playful twists and moral puzzles.
Setting: A timeless, folktale-like, quasi-medieval world of villages, crossroads, and countryside
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Devil's Other Storybook right for my child?
Yes — The Devil's Other Storybook is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.8, which is typical for 5th 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 trickster tales, temptation, consequences.
How long does it take to read The Devil's Other Storybook?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, The Devil's Other Storybook takes around 1.8h to finish. The book has 18,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Devil's Other Storybook have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Devil's Other Storybook has an AR quiz available, worth 2 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 The Devil's Other Storybook?
The Devil's Other Storybook has an AR reading level of 5.8, which places it at a 5th 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.