Author & Reteller Profile
Sally Lloyd-Jones
3 Books
Sally Lloyd-Jones is a British-born children's author who writes picture books, read-aloud stories, and faith-based texts. Her work includes titles like How to Be a Baby . . . by Me, the Big Sister and Goldfish on Vacation. She frequently adapts biblical texts for young readers in books such as Found and Loved. Her stories combine gentle humor, lyrical language, and themes of wonder tailored for early childhood audiences.
Books in "The Jesus Storybook Bible"
Found brings the comfort of Psalm 23 into words young readers can hold close. A child is pictured as a little lamb, cared for by a good shepherd who leads, protects, and stays near. The language is gentle and simple, but the feeling is deep: you are not alone, you are known, and you are watched over with love. With warm illustrations and a quiet rhythm, this Bible-based picture book is especially suited for reflective reading at home, in church settings, or at bedtime. It introduces a well-loved psalm through images of safety, guidance, and trust.
6-8 Years
24 Pages
Near turns Psalm 139 into a reassuring journey for a young explorer. Wherever the child goes in God’s wide world, the message is steady and clear: God sees, knows, protects, and stays close. The book’s lyrical text is simple enough for younger listeners while still giving 6 to 8 year olds language for big ideas about being known and loved. With soft, inviting illustrations, this Bible-based picture book works well for quiet read-aloud time, Sunday school shelves, and families looking for a gentle introduction to prayer, comfort, and trust.
6-8 Years
24 Pages
Loved introduces the Lord’s Prayer as a warm, child-friendly conversation with God. Instead of formal language, the prayer is retold in words that invite children to understand closeness, trust, help, forgiveness, and care. The gentle tone makes the ideas feel personal, while the illustrations connect the prayer to everyday moments a child can recognize. For readers ages 6 to 8, this picture book can open thoughtful conversations about what prayer means and why people turn to God with hopes, needs, and thanks. It is simple in wording, but rich in feeling.
6-8 Years
22 Pages
