The Lion Book of Five-Minute Parables
Published on 15. May 2026
Book
Hardback
48 pages
978-1-915748-46-1 (ISBN)
Description
The Lion Book of Five-Minute Parables by Charlotte Ryton brings 10 of the most beloved parables to life with warmth, faithfulness, and sincerity, all perfectly paced for just five minutes of reading. From lost coins to lavish feasts, these engaging retellings help children discover what it means to listen, forgive, and use their gifts wisely in ways they can truly understand.
Why families love this collection:
> 10 classic parables faithfully retold in just five minutes each
> Warm, sincere retellings by author Charlotte Ryton
> Ideal for bedtime, classroom, libraries and group reading
> Fun, imaginative illustrations using textiles by Nadine Wickenden
> Perfect for sharing meaningful moments together
What will your child discover?
Generosity - A father welcomes his lost son home
Wisdom - Five bridesmaids who came prepared
Forgiveness - A servant who couldn't forgive
Purpose - Three servants and their talents
Contentment - A rich man who forgot what matters most
Each story begins with a short phrase capturing its key message, making it easy for children to reflect and remember. Nadine Wickenden's distinctive textile illustrations bring the faithful retellings alive with colour, texture, and detail that invite children to look closer again and again.
Stories included: The Sower and the Seed, The Rich Fool, The Great Feast, The Lost Coin, The Prodigal Son, The Widow and the Judge, The Unforgiving Steward, The Workers in the Vineyard, The Foolish Bridesmaids, and The Three Servants.
A timeless story collection for families and schools, perfect for sharing meaningful moments together.
Why families love this collection:
> 10 classic parables faithfully retold in just five minutes each
> Warm, sincere retellings by author Charlotte Ryton
> Ideal for bedtime, classroom, libraries and group reading
> Fun, imaginative illustrations using textiles by Nadine Wickenden
> Perfect for sharing meaningful moments together
What will your child discover?
Generosity - A father welcomes his lost son home
Wisdom - Five bridesmaids who came prepared
Forgiveness - A servant who couldn't forgive
Purpose - Three servants and their talents
Contentment - A rich man who forgot what matters most
Each story begins with a short phrase capturing its key message, making it easy for children to reflect and remember. Nadine Wickenden's distinctive textile illustrations bring the faithful retellings alive with colour, texture, and detail that invite children to look closer again and again.
Stories included: The Sower and the Seed, The Rich Fool, The Great Feast, The Lost Coin, The Prodigal Son, The Widow and the Judge, The Unforgiving Steward, The Workers in the Vineyard, The Foolish Bridesmaids, and The Three Servants.
A timeless story collection for families and schools, perfect for sharing meaningful moments together.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
SPCK Publishing
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 5 to 8 years
Illustrations
48pp full colour
Dimensions
Height: 269 mm
Width: 223 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
434 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-915748-46-1 (9781915748461)
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Persons
Charlotte Ryton (Author)
Charlotte Ryton is a religious studies teacher with a special interest in helping her students understand the Bible and church history. She began retelling stories from the Bible to engage pupils at her school. She has also published fiction chapter books for middle-grade readers.
Nadine Wickenden (Illustrator)
Since graduating from Brighton, Nadine Wickenden has worked on advertising,
packaging and editorial commissions, as well as children's picture books. Her style incorporates traditional watercolour
and mixed media collage. She has a passion for textiles and colour, and loves being able to swap back and forth between her brushes and her scissors and glue.
Charlotte Ryton is a religious studies teacher with a special interest in helping her students understand the Bible and church history. She began retelling stories from the Bible to engage pupils at her school. She has also published fiction chapter books for middle-grade readers.
Nadine Wickenden (Illustrator)
Since graduating from Brighton, Nadine Wickenden has worked on advertising,
packaging and editorial commissions, as well as children's picture books. Her style incorporates traditional watercolour
and mixed media collage. She has a passion for textiles and colour, and loves being able to swap back and forth between her brushes and her scissors and glue.
Content
The Sower and the Seed
The Rich Fool
The Great Feast
The Lost Coin
The Prodigal Son
The Widow and the Judge
The Unforgiving Steward
The Workers in the Vineyard
The Foolish Bridesmaids
The Three Servants
The Rich Fool
The Great Feast
The Lost Coin
The Prodigal Son
The Widow and the Judge
The Unforgiving Steward
The Workers in the Vineyard
The Foolish Bridesmaids
The Three Servants