The Parables of Jesus (Tyler Van Halteren)

Written with ages 4 to 12 in mind, The Parables of Jesus aims to lead families deeper into the heart of Jesus’ teaching. Covering well-known parables like The Good Samaritan and lesser-known tales like The Dishonest Manager, these short stories provide an engaging way for children to learn surprising truths about Jesus and his coming kingdom.

Each of the ten chapters contains a summary page with questions to explain the message of the parable and guide conversations.

Note: There are illustrations of Jesus in The Parables of Jesus. Jesus shows up on 21 pages out of 179. These illustrations are spread throughout the book, usually showing his interactions with the crowd or the Pharisees.

Endorsements:

“This is a book every Christian parent will want to have on their family’s bookshelf. Vibrantly illustrated, clearly written, The Parables of Jesus will help young kids better understand and remember Jesus’s teachings about the kingdom of God. Whether for bedtime lap reading or mealtime devotionals, make this book a staple of your family’s reading life.”

“This book is a joyful invitation to sit and listen to the greatest storyteller of all time—Jesus Christ. In these faithful and engaging retellings of The Parables of Jesus, Tyler Van Halteren and the team at Lithos Kids have given families a wonderful gift. May we all have ears to hear!”