Volume II · The Parables and Miracles of Jesus
The Talents
A parable of Jesus · Matthew 25:14-30
A master went on a long journey. He gave his servants money to put to work: five talents to one, two to another and one to the third. The first two worked and doubled what they had received. The third was afraid and buried his talent in the ground.
The story continues in volume II, “The Parables and Miracles of Jesus”: told in full, illustrated, with everything that follows it.
What you'll find in the book about this story
- A short version for little ones (ages 4–7), to read at bedtime in a few minutes.
- The full story for older children, from age 8, with every part of it.
- Questions for family discussion so the story travels from the ears to the heart.
- A short prayer that a child can say on their own.
- A good deed to try together during the week ahead.