Good Samaritan Coloring Page (Luke 10:30–37)
The go-to parable for kindness: helping someone in need—even if they’re different from us.
Parables Coloring Pages (Free Printable Worksheets for Kids)
Looking for parables coloring pages (or “parables colouring in pages”) for Sunday School, kids ministry,
RE/REIS, or homeschool? Jesus often taught using parables—simple stories with big meaning.
Below you’ll find ready-to-print parable worksheets and colouring pages, grouped by theme so you can plan fast.
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Easy teaching win: Pick one parable, one printable, and one question.
Kids remember the story—then you connect it to real life.
Quick Picks (Best Parable Printables)
If you only print a couple of pages, these are the best “works every time” options.
Lost Sheep Worksheet (Luke 15:1–7)
A favourite parable for kids—God looks for the lost and celebrates when they’re found.
Pharisee & Tax Collector Coloring Page (Luke 18:9–14)
A strong “heart attitude” parable for older kids: humility instead of pride.
Love Your Neighbour (Luke 10)
These parables make it easy to teach kindness in a practical way.
Good Samaritan Coloring Page (Luke 10:30–37)
Ask: “Who is my neighbour today?” Then list 3 ways kids can help this week.
Martha Coloring Page (Luke 10:38–42)
A great “listen to Jesus first” lesson—perfect for busy kids and busy classrooms.
Lost & Found (Luke 15)
These are some of the most kid-friendly parables. Great for God’s love, forgiveness, and celebration.
Lost Sheep Worksheet (Luke 15:1–7)
Perfect for young kids: “God cares about every one of us.”
Lost Coin Worksheet (Luke 15:8–10)
A great companion to Lost Sheep—reinforces “value” and “celebration.”
One-minute object lesson: Hide a coin (or small toy) in the room. Let kids “search.”
Then explain: “God searches for the lost—and rejoices when they’re found.”
Heart Attitude Parables (Luke 12, 13, 18)
These parables work best with older kids and discussion questions.
The Rich Fool Coloring Page (Luke 12)
Talk about gratitude and what matters most (not just “more stuff”).
The Barren Fig Tree Coloring Page (Luke 13)
A thoughtful parable about growth and responding to God.
Pharisee & Tax Collector Coloring Page (Luke 18:9–14)
A powerful lesson on humility: “God cares about our hearts, not our bragging.”
5-Minute Parables Lesson Plan (Works With Any Printable)
- Pick 1 parable (Good Samaritan, Lost Sheep, Lost Coin, etc.).
- Tell the story in 60 seconds (or read 5–10 verses).
- Colour + one question (see the prompts below).
- Wrap up with prayer: “Jesus, help us live what we learned today. Amen.”
Ready-to-use questions:
- Good Samaritan: “Who could I help this week?”
- Lost Sheep / Lost Coin: “How does God feel about people?”
- Rich Fool: “What matters more than stuff?”
- Pharisee & Tax Collector: “What does a humble heart look like?”
Parables Coloring Pages FAQ
Are these parables coloring pages free to print?
Yes. Each printable link above opens a worksheet page where you can download and print the PDF for classroom, ministry, or home use.
Which parable is best for little kids?
Lost Sheep (Luke 15:1–7) is usually the easiest for ages 4–7 because the message is simple:
God cares about every person.
Which parable is best for older kids?
For ages 8–12, try The Rich Fool (Luke 12), The Barren Fig Tree (Luke 13),
or Pharisee & Tax Collector (Luke 18) because they lead naturally into deeper discussion.
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