Doctor Fell

Quick Answer

A witty little rhyme about not liking someone without knowing exactly why. It’s short, memorable, and opens a gentle conversation about feelings, boundaries, and choosing kind behavior even when we don’t ‘click.’

Why This Story Works for Bedtime

Because it’s brief and emotionally simple, it can help kids name a common experience—dislike or discomfort—without escalating it. Read softly, then add a calming wrap-up: “We can be kind even with mixed feelings.”

Story at a Glance

RECOMMENDED AGES

3-7 years

READING TIME

1 min

THEMES

respectgentlereflectiveeasy to understandeasy to understandrespectgentlereflective

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Story Synopsis

This classic verse says, plainly and almost humorously: “I do not like thee, Doctor Fell.” The speaker can’t explain the reason, but feels certain all the same. That honesty is oddly comforting—children often have feelings they can’t fully explain. The rhyme gives language to that experience without turning it into drama. At bedtime, it can be a tiny doorway to a bigger skill: noticing a feeling, naming it, and then choosing a respectful action anyway. You can pair it with a question: “Have you ever felt that way?” and then end with reassurance and calm.

Story Excerpt

I do not like thee, Doctor Fell; The reason why I cannot tell. But this I know, and know full well, I do not like thee, Doctor Fell.

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In One Glance

Doctor Fell is a short, memorable rhyme in which the speaker admits they do not like Doctor Fell and cannot explain why. Its humor and simplicity make it a gentle prompt for discussing feelings and boundaries while emphasizing kind behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a rhyme about feeling dislike for someone without being able to explain the reason.

It can be read as humorous honesty; you can balance it by talking about kindness and respect.

Ages 5–11, especially for kids learning to name feelings and social boundaries.

Read it lightly, then end with a calming note: ‘Feelings happen—kindness is a choice.’