{"id":15823,"date":"2019-01-09T14:59:35","date_gmt":"2019-01-09T19:59:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/?p=15823"},"modified":"2024-05-28T10:54:01","modified_gmt":"2024-05-28T14:54:01","slug":"activity-ideas-2019-vbs-themes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/activity-ideas-2019-vbs-themes\/","title":{"rendered":"Activity Ideas for VBS Themes &#8211; Wildlife, Galaxy, Farm, and Athens"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Celebrate God with these VBS Themes! These fun &amp; captivating themes are\u202fgreat for offering meaningful enrichment. Children can discover their faith with these inspirational\u202fand engaging themes. Fun and intriguing themes teach about God and life lessons. Life lessons help every child learn how to be a good person and a friend to others. Learning has never been more entertaining with so many creative ways to play, craft, and decorate.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:390,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 125%; text-align: center;\">VBS Themes: <b>Roar &amp; In the Wild<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Two of the VBS publishers use Jungle Safari Themes as common themes. Whether it\u2019s Group\u2019s <b>Roar (Life is Wild, God is Good)\u00a0<\/b>or Lifeway\u2019s\u00a0<b>In the Wild (Amazing Encounters with Jesus)<\/b>, the adventures are sure to be extROARdinary! Here are some fun ideas to get you started no matter which jungle path you explore.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/tiger-paint-by-number-PS1447\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Jungle Themed Painting:<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/tiger-paint-by-number-PS1447\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24576 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tiger-paint-by-number.png\" alt=\"tiger paint by number\" width=\"405\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tiger-paint-by-number.png 405w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tiger-paint-by-number-220x293.png 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tiger-paint-by-number-225x300.png 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 405px) 100vw, 405px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Jungle Themed Puzzles<\/span>:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>What better way to celebrate Roar than with a fun and challenging puzzle in the shape of a tiger? We also have mini jungle animal shaped puzzles including a sloth, giraffe, and more!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/i-am-lil-sloth-100-piece-jigsaw-puzzle-19644\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sloth Puzzle<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/i-am-lil-giraffe-100-piece-jigsaw-puzzle-19639\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Giraffe Puzzle<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/search\/index.php?q=I+Am+Lil%E2%80%99\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mini Animal Puzzles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24578\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Roar-In-the-Wild-VBS-2019-Theme-jungle.png\" alt=\"Roar In the Wild VBS 2019 Theme jungle\" width=\"850\" height=\"670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Roar-In-the-Wild-VBS-2019-Theme-jungle.png 1104w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Roar-In-the-Wild-VBS-2019-Theme-jungle-220x173.png 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Roar-In-the-Wild-VBS-2019-Theme-jungle-300x236.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Roar-In-the-Wild-VBS-2019-Theme-jungle-768x605.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Roar-In-the-Wild-VBS-2019-Theme-jungle-1024x807.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Roar-In-the-Wild-VBS-2019-Theme-jungle-381x300.png 381w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Shadow Drawing<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We love this idea from the\u00a0Above and Beyond, Te Puna Facebook page. Kids can use <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/jumbo-jungle-animals-LN1040\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">jungle animals<\/a><\/strong> to create shadow drawings. Set up sheets of paper, place the animals in from of the paper in the sunlight, and watch as the shadows form on the pages! Share with your group how God created the sunlight, and it reflects on all of His creations.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">DIY Lion Craft<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For a simple DIY craft for younger age groups, make these little lions with doilies, yarn, construction paper, wiggly eyes, and glue. View the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/doily-lion-paper-craft-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tutorial here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16548\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/roar-theme-vbs-2019.jpg\" alt=\"roar theme vbs 2019\" width=\"550\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/roar-theme-vbs-2019.jpg 955w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/roar-theme-vbs-2019-220x197.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/roar-theme-vbs-2019-300x268.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/roar-theme-vbs-2019-768x686.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/roar-theme-vbs-2019-336x300.jpg 336w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Other activities<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Create your own DIY jungle theme with construction paper!\u00a0Have your group color and design their own\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/animal-masks-craft-kit-GP980\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">animal masks<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0for active play! Choose from the crafts and activities below for even more wild adventures.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-30742 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Wildlife.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Wildlife.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Wildlife-167x300.jpg 167w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Wildlife-569x1024.jpg 569w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Wildlife-220x396.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/safari-fun-hats-craft-kit-GP3054\/\">Safari Hats<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; A must for every kid adventurer.\u00a0Our craft kit includes 12\u00a0foam hats, sticky-back foam bugs, butterflies, textile markers, and instructions.<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/paint-a-dot-rainforest-animals-craft-kit-GP3161\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Paint-a-Dot\u2122 Craft Kit<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; The paint is in the paper! Simply brush on the water. Easy set up and no mess when making this adorable craft. This 24 pack is great for a group activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 125%; text-align: center;\">VBS Themes: <b>To Mars and Beyond &amp; Miraculous Mission<\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whether your exploring Cokesbury\u2019s how God\u2019s love can take us to\u00a0<b>Mars and Beyond<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b>or using Concordia\u2019s theme\u00a0<strong>Miraculous Mission<\/strong> on how His love can cross galaxies to let us know we are not\u00a0alone and we\u00a0are\u00a0Marvelously Made, these space themed crafts, activities and decorations will bring your VBS program to infinity and beyond!<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Collaborative Galaxy Kit<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Create artwork as a group to cultivate collaboration and friendship. This <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/galactic-space-triptych-collaborative-craft-kit-GP3305\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">galactic space project<\/a><\/strong> is out of this world! The kit comes with 3 panels for your group to decorate together or in small groups, then put it together to create one large picture.\u00a0God is able to go far beyond what we could ever imagine. Teach your group that they can do anything they set their minds to &#8211; let their imagination take them to infinity and beyond and God will be there along their journey.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16557\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/galaxy-vbs-theme-2019.png\" alt=\"galaxy vbs theme 2019\" width=\"600\" height=\"706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/galaxy-vbs-theme-2019.png 700w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/galaxy-vbs-theme-2019-220x259.png 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/galaxy-vbs-theme-2019-255x300.png 255w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Other Activities<\/strong><\/span><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Make galaxy slime, fun alien creatures from Mars, rocket ship frames, telescopes, and provide a sensory space experience for your group! View the detials for each idea below.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16553\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-To-Mars-and-Beyond-theme.jpg\" alt=\"VBS 2019 To Mars and Beyond theme\" width=\"550\" height=\"1010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-To-Mars-and-Beyond-theme.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-To-Mars-and-Beyond-theme-220x404.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-To-Mars-and-Beyond-theme-163x300.jpg 163w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-To-Mars-and-Beyond-theme-768x1410.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-To-Mars-and-Beyond-theme-558x1024.jpg 558w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/galaxy-slime-pack-NL481\"><strong>Galaxy Slime<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; Sticky, gross and super cool! This pack comes with 24 beaker shaped containers of galaxy slime waiting to be discovered! Kids love slime almost as much as they love Jesus!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/crafts-by-amanda-monsters-aliens-and-robots-AP253\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DIY Aliens<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Your group will find aliens on Mars during their mission. This craft kit comes with supplies to create their own discoveries from another planet.<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/blast-off-rocket-frame-craft-kit-GP3153\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Rocket Ship Frame<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; Kids can make believe they are blasting off into space with these frames in the shape of rocket ships!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/stars-are-out-ceiling-decor-NL206\/\"><strong>Stars Decoration<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; Makes a great backdrop for a blast off to Mars or\u00a0for\u00a0star gazing across the galaxies.<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>VBS Themes:\u00a0<b>Farm Fresh Faith,\u00a0<\/b><b>GiddyUp Junction, &amp; Yee-Haw<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Farm Fresh Faith\u00a0<\/b>from Bogard\u00a0Press and<b>\u00a0<\/b><b>GiddyUp Junction<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b>from Regular Baptist Press both have a down home feel. While GiddyUp Junction offers more of a wild west theme taking Gods love to New Frontiers, Farm Fresh Faith hosts more of a true farm and barnyard story where God like all good farmers, takes care of his own. Both VBS Themes are sure to entertain, teach kids about God, and round up a few Yee-Haws!<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0Speaking of, don&#8217;t forget Group&#8217;s theme called <strong>Yee-Haw<\/strong>!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Farm Puzzles<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your group can color these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/unfinished-wooden-animal-puzzles-farm-animals-WD7204\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>small wooden puzzles<\/strong><\/a> with markers, then write a quote related to the Farm Fresh Faith theme or words from a Bible Verse on the back of each piece. The pack comes with a total of 12 farm animals. Check out what customers had to say below:<\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;These small wooden puzzles are great! They are a good quality and will be a great craft project for us to use at Vacation Bible School. Thanks!&#8221;<\/em> &#8211; Cindy, Nashville<\/p>\n<p><em>&#8220;Old MacDonald&#8217;s farm in puzzle form &#8211; these are great interactive toys for group play and fine motor skill development.&#8221;<\/em> &#8211; Annabett,\u00a0Pittsburgh<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16565\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-2019-farm-fresh-faith.png\" alt=\"vbs theme 2019 farm fresh faith\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-2019-farm-fresh-faith.png 600w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-2019-farm-fresh-faith-220x220.png 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-2019-farm-fresh-faith-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-2019-farm-fresh-faith-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Other activities<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0Check out some individual crafts, props, and activities below for some great ideas for a proper western experience!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16591\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-GiddyUp-Junction-Theme-1.jpg\" alt=\"VBS 2019 GiddyUp Junction Theme\" width=\"550\" height=\"1074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-GiddyUp-Junction-Theme-1.jpg 962w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-GiddyUp-Junction-Theme-1-220x429.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-GiddyUp-Junction-Theme-1-154x300.jpg 154w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-GiddyUp-Junction-Theme-1-768x1499.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/VBS-2019-GiddyUp-Junction-Theme-1-525x1024.jpg 525w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Cowboy Hats<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! These sturdy\u00a0molded felt hats that kids can color\u00a0will be a cowabunga hit.<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/bandanas-red-blue-western-SL1057\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Bandanas<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; Kids can accessorize with these red and blue bandanas.<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/silver-sheriff-badges-SL3134\"><strong>Silver\u00a0Sheriff Badges<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; These novelties add a whole lot of fun\u00a0to\u00a0these two themes.<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/search\/index.php?q=color+me+Banks\"><strong>Color-Me Banks<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0&#8211; Choose from a cow, pig, or other animals. This is also a great craft to teach kids about saving with the theme \u201cJesus Saves\u201d.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 125%; text-align: center;\">VBS Theme: Athens<\/h2>\n<p>We&#8217;re excited about our new <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/greek-pottery-scratch-art-GP3330\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Greek pottery scratch art<\/a><\/strong> that aligns pefectly with Group&#8217;s all-new HLA VBS theme called Athens: Paul&#8217;s Dangerous Journey to Share the Truth. The story of Apostle Paul can teach kids about his journey to share the\u00a0truth of God\u2019s heart for humanity.<\/p>\n<p>Everyone creates their own \u201clife size\u201d Greek vessel by scratching designs into the black scratch chipboard to reveal the red color underneath. An EduCraft\u00ae guide is included with instructions, background history, and activity tips.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/athens-vbs-theme-2019.png\" alt=\"athens vbs theme 2019\" width=\"550\" height=\"452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/athens-vbs-theme-2019.png 695w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/athens-vbs-theme-2019-220x181.png 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/athens-vbs-theme-2019-300x246.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/athens-vbs-theme-2019-365x300.png 365w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Your group can also decorate <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/color-me-ceramic-bisque-vases-CM256\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ceramic bisque vases<\/a><\/strong> with acrylic paints or permanent markers. They can add some Greek symbols, quotes, and relate to Paul&#8217;s story and his experiences.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16569\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-athens-vase.png\" alt=\"vbs theme athens vase\" width=\"500\" height=\"519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-athens-vase.png 520w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-athens-vase-220x228.png 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-athens-vase-289x300.png 289w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 125%; text-align: center;\">VBS Themes: Shipwrecked &amp; Splash Canyon<\/h2>\n<p>These themes are back again from last year! Check out our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/activity-ideas-2018-vbs-themes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">VBS 2018 blog<\/a><\/strong> for ideas and activities related to these themes.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"bHJtvuUnJD\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/activity-ideas-2018-vbs-themes\/\">Activity Ideas for VBS Themes &#8211; Game On, Time Lab, Shipwrecked, Splash Canyon<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Activity Ideas for VBS Themes &#8211; Game On, Time Lab, Shipwrecked, Splash Canyon&#8221; &#8212; S&amp;S Blog\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/activity-ideas-2018-vbs-themes\/embed\/#?secret=bHJtvuUnJD\" data-secret=\"bHJtvuUnJD\" width=\"584\" height=\"329\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 125%; text-align: center;\">Resources to Combine VBS Themes<\/h2>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">VBS Journal<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/velvet-art-camp-journal-craft-kit-GP3168\">Velvet Art Camp Journal Kit<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>is perfect for any VBS theme &#8211; the cover can be personalized with the title of the theme you choose for your program. Then kids can write their favorite Bible quotes, inspirational sayings, and their experience with each activity during the themed activities.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-activity-ideas-2019.png\" alt=\"vbs theme activity ideas 2019\" width=\"550\" height=\"398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-activity-ideas-2019.png 709w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-activity-ideas-2019-220x159.png 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-activity-ideas-2019-300x217.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-theme-activity-ideas-2019-415x300.png 415w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more about the kit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/preschool-arts-crafts-exploration-activity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">from Cathy&#8217;s Nursery school here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-themes-2019.jpg\" alt=\"vbs themes 2019\" width=\"550\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-themes-2019.jpg 867w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-themes-2019-220x209.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-themes-2019-300x285.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-themes-2019-768x729.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/vbs-themes-2019-316x300.jpg 316w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Coloring Activity<\/strong><\/span><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Kids can color these <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ssww.com\/item\/color-me-animals-FA3377\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Color-Me\u2122 animals<\/a><\/strong> with permanent markers or fabric markers. The blank white canvas allows kids to be creative with color combos or realistic designs. Add sequins, yarn, and more. The set comes with 3 each of a pig, dog, elephant, and fish. 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