Cokesbury VBS
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Help Kids Imagine and Build with God Grab a hammer, find a paintbrush, and put on your creative thinking cap! At Cokesbury’s Workshop of Wonders (WOW) VBS, kids will imagine and build with God! At WOW VBS, discover how the ordinary becomes extraordinary with God. Experience the love of Jesus. Start an adventure. Use your imagination and creativity to build your faith. Meet people from the Bible who used what they had to produce something amazing with God. Use your heart, mind, and imagination to participate in the creative life of God, the one who works wonders.
“I’m so excited about WOW (Workshop Of Wonders). God, Children, and Wonder—they just seem to go together. Wow! I can’t wait for VBS!” — Mark Burrows, Director of Children’s and Family Ministries, Fort Worth, TX
Wow VBS is Easy to lead Easy to decorate
Flexible Fun for all ages!
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“You are the God who works wonders.” — Psalm 77:14a, CEB “Through their WOW VBS 2014 curriculum, Cokesbury has tapped the pulse of what is happening in school classrooms nationwide. Cokesbury’s modern approach to VBS programming provides your church with the necessary tools to connect and engage with today’s multimodal children and youth.” — A lbert Simon, Adjunct Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction, Marshall University College of Education and Professional Development; VBS Director, Rosemont, WV
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Table of Contents Test Churches
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Program Overview
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Starter Kit Options
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Scripture Treasures
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Free Interactive App
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Decorating
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Publicity
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Format Options & Online Tools
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Leader Resources
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Student Resources
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Music & Media
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Crafts
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Recognition & Outreach
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“Workshop of Wonders is a great opportunity for kids to make a real connection with God.” — Leslie Hart, Early Childhood Pastor, Nashville, TN
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“Using Cokesbury VBS is always an easy yes! The kids are going to love this theme.” — Crissy Gray, Albany, GA
user - friendly , and biblically sound !
Field-tested,
Tested in church settings with volunteer leaders and kids!
Workshop of Wonders (WOW) was tested in churches across the US (Arkansas, Indiana, Oregon, and Tennessee) who conducted week-long VBS programs. They loved it—it’s easy to lead! Easy to decorate! Great kid appeal! They provided tons of helpful feedback we used to make our program even better. Check the leader guides for Test Church Tips to help with your own VBS.
Valuable insight from additional reviewers
WOW was also reviewed by pastors, teachers, children’s ministry directors, and others, representing churches of different sizes from several different denominations.
4 Test Churches
560 Kids 220 Volunteer Leaders 79 Reviewers It all adds up to a fully tested VBS program you can use with confidence!
T he Curriculum Resources Committee of The United Methodist General Board of Discipleship has approved this resource for use in the Christian education ministry of The United Methodist Church.
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Sing to God; sing praises to the Lord; dwell on all his wondrous works! Psalm 105:2, CEB
Wonder Words Imagine with God!
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Invisible Ink Messages & Diet Cola and Mentos Geyser
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Feeding the 5,000 (John 6:1-13)
Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 3:18, CEB
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How beautiful are the feet of those who announce the good news. Romans 10:15b, CEB
Wonder Words Walk with God!
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Crafts
WOW Wonder Box
Worship Cross & Rivet Puzzle (Preschool)
In the Craft Leader, you will find additional craft options and ideas, templates, and crafts using recycled materials.
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Put the WOW in your VBS with Our new super starter kit! With all the media components included, the Super Starter Kit provides everything you need to start building and imagining with God! Includes all the traditional starter kit resources—Leader and Student books; samples of promotional items, crafts, stickers, and iron-ons; and a Complete Music CD—plus the Mega Media Pak (Adventure Video DVD, Music Video DVD, and the Decorating/Publicity CD-ROM). These engaging media resources will make your VBS better than ever!
Super Starter Kit with Mega Media Pak 9781426786600. $149.99 Best Value!
Leader & Student Resources • Director Guide • Preschool/Kindergarten Leader • 9 Leader Guides: Bible Storyteller, Music, Craft, Science, Assembly, Recreation, Decorating, Mission, Snack, and Reflection Time. • 3 Age-level Student Books
Promotional Items (one sample of each) • Leader Recognition Certificate • Student Certificate • Invitation Postcard • Thank You Postcard • Nametag Card • Nametag Holder • Attendance Stickers • Follow-up Photo Frame • Small Promotional Poster
Music & Media • Complete Music CD with PowerPoint™ slides and 2 original preschool songs. • Mega Media Pak, featuring the Adventure Video DVD, Music Video DVD, and the Decorating/Publicity CD-ROM.
Other Starter Kit Options Starter Kit
Contains all contents of the Super Starter Kit except the Mega Media Pak. Includes Leader and Student books; samples of promotional items, crafts, stickers, and iron-ons; and a Complete Music CD.
(one sample of each) • Iron-on Transfer • Bible Story Activity Stickers • Logo Stickers • Create-a-Story Craft Book • WOW-Bot Photo Frame
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• Patchwork Piece
Smaller Church Pak -Not available online until 1/1/14
• Worship Cross
Includes Director Guide; Pre-K/K Leader; Leader books for Bible Storyteller, Music, Craft, Science, Mission, Snack, and Reflection Time; Complete Music CD w/PowerPoint™ slides; Nametags (Pkg. of 24); and Invitation Postcards (Pkg. of 25). For up to 24 children. 9781426787553. $59.99
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Crafts, Stickers, & Iron-Ons
• WOW Wonder Box • Rivet Puzzle Preschool Craft • One set of Scripture Treasures • Scripture Treasure Shop Apron • Craft Theme Stickers
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Scripture Treasures
Collectible treasures help kids remember all they’ve learned! Download our FREE VBS app and watch Rivet come to life! .......
trading Get 3 extraordinary 3-D messages from Rivet with each Scripture Treasures free card. A great way to bring the fun of VBS home to share with your family! A into bonus card is included in each set to help kids learn more about diving deep Scripture with the CEB Deep Blue Kids Bible!
Scripture Treasures
Each 3-D Scripture Treasure trading card includes the session’s Vision Verse and Wonder Words! Each set includes 5 trading cards plus a FREE bonus Card! 9781426779770. Pkg. of 6 sets.
$7.99
Scripture Treasure Shop Apron
Collect treasures easily in the Scripture Treasure Shop Apron (one size fits most kids). 15" x 6". 9781426779787. Pkg of 6.
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Kids will love hearing from Rivet each day by using our FREE VBS app!
How it works: 1. D ownload the free app to your smartphone, tablet, or home computer.
“Hi! It’s me, Rivet! Are you ready to imagine and build with God?”
2. Hover over your Scripture Treasure Trading Cards and watch as Rivet comes to life in 3-D! 3. T ap the screen for 3 different messages from Rivet!
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Rivet the Ant Puppet
The kids will have so much fun watching me introduce each session with my friend Sandy Paper! I’ll help them learn how they can imagine and build with God.
Decorating Gears
Find easy-to-use decorating gears on p. 12. Great for giving building blocks or other handmade decor a polished look!
Building Blocks
Easily construct your own giant building blocks. They make a great puppet stage for Rivet! Find instructions for this project and other great ideas in the Decorating Guide (included in the Starter Kit).
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Decorating Mural
Create your own workshop backdrop quickly and easily with this mural. With three tiles that hang side by side, it’s the ideal setup for Assembly Time, music, games, and more. You’ll be ready in minutes for the Workshop of Wonders activities. Three 36" x 72" tiles form a 108" x 72" scene. 9781426779619. $25.99
VBS Theme Banner
Enhance your assembly area with a large, colorful Workshop of Wonders theme banner! Includes the theme verse and daily Wonder Words. See p. 13 to order.
Just a few more items to check off my list and we’ll be ready for VBS!
Fast, easy decorating! Create a fun display with our decorating mural, posters, wall hangings, and other easy-to-use supplies. Your workshop will be ready in a snap!
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Decorating
Set the scene for imagination and creativity! Decorating Mural
Create your own Workshop of Wonders quickly and easily with this mural. With three tiles that hang side by side, it’s the ideal backdrop for Assembly Time, music, games, and more. Three 36" x 72" tiles form a 108" x 72" backdrop. 9781426779619. $25.99
VBS Biblical Mural
This fantastic mural makes Bible stories come to life— an ideal backdrop for Bible story time. Three 36" x 72" tiles go together to create a large 108" x 72" biblical scene. 9781426760778. $25.99
Blueprint Wall Hanging
New item! This blueprint mural is a great addition to any large space or hallway. Use alone or as a backdrop for other decorations. Made of polyvinyl, you can use washable or dry erase markers to add announcements or have kids write their names, draw blueprints, and more! 144" x 48". 9781426785146. $24.99
Bible Story Poster Set
This set contains five colorful posters, one for each Bible story. Each measures 22" x 34". 9781426779381. $11.99
WOW Decorating Gears
An assortment of brightly colored gears to hang from the ceiling or put on almost any surface! Gears have messages such as “WOW” and “Gear Up for VBS.” 9781426785153. Set of 6. $8.99
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Decorating Poster Pak
Contains 12 posters featuring the Vision Verses, the Wonder Words, and much more! Great for Reflection Time rooms, hallways, and the Bible storytelling centers at the Bible Nook. Laminate and display your posters long after VBS is over. Posters measure 19 1⁄4" x 14 1⁄4" or 19 1⁄4" x 25 1⁄4". 9781426779596. $16.99
Decorating Transparencies
Twelve transparencies with fun, theme-related artwork to create Workshop of Wonders decorations and scenes throughout your church. An economical decorating option! 9781426779589. $19.99
Set of 5 Giant Decorating Rulers
These giant rulers are great for your Assembly area, hallways, or any place where you want to create that WOW look! Includes 3 large (18" x 54") and 2 small (10 3⁄4" x 39 1⁄2"). 9781426785160. $9.99
VBS Theme Banner
Call attention to activities with this bright polyvinyl banner! Four corner grommets for easy hanging. May be purchased alone, or with the lightweight yet sturdy fiberglass stand. 24" x 63". 9781426779626. Banner only. $14.99
9781426779633. Banner & Stand Combo. $28.99
Large Logo Poster
The colorful logo will brighten any space. The poster’s generous size (32" x 27") makes it easy to promote the Workshop of Wonders! 9781426779602. $9.99
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Publicity
In vite your community to your workshop of wonders! Small Promotional Poster
Inexpensive enough to buy several, these posters feature the WOW logo and theme verse, plus plenty of space for dates and details. 17" x 22". 9781426779534. $2.99
Large Promotional Poster
Use this eye-catching 22" x 34" poster of the same design to share info about your Workshop of Wonders VBS. Includes space for dates and details. 9781426779572.
$3.99
Downloadable High-Resolution Logo
The Workshop of Wonders logo in an EPS format. Ideal for churches that want to print their own t-shirts or signage. Visit CokesburyVBS.com to purchase and download. 9781426781537. $15.00
Small Outdoor Sign
34" x 22" polyvinyl weatherproof banner with space for VBS dates and times. Four sturdy grommets allow for easy hanging. 9781426785566. $17.99
Invitation Postcard
Kids will love receiving their very own invitation to the Workshop of Wonders! These colorful themed postcards make the anticipation personal. 5" x 3". 9781426779541. Pkg. of 25. $3.99
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A publicity and decorating tool in one! Activity Center Signs direct children and leaders to the VBS centers. Includes one sign for each activity center plus other directional signs, 16 1⠄2" x 11". The Publicity Pak makes it easy to create unique signage and ensure everyone is involved. You’ll find the Wonder Words, the WOW logo, and more. 9781426779558.
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Fun and flexible!
With an activity center VBS, your kids are moving and engaged and your teachers are focused. Use Workshop of Wonders leader guides to set up creative centers for Bible story time, crafts, science, music, and more. The Reflection Time Leader creates time at the end of each session for kids to reflect on what they have learned.
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Age-Level classrooms Some churches prefer an age-level classroom format, with age-level groups working in one room with one teacher for most activities. If this format is a better fit for your church, the Preschool/Kindergarten Leader and Elementary Classroom Leader provide all the help you need, from the Bible story to crafts and snacks. Age-appropriate student pieces focus the story at just the right age level.
Create your own workshop! Or, create a program that fits your needs exactly! You might begin each session in the classroom using the Bible Storyteller to present the Bible story and complete one or more activities. Then, travel with your class through activity centers for crafts, music, and more, where leaders with special interests can direct the activity. This will help add a new level of excitement to your VBS program.
FREE Online Tools
Register today at CokesburyVBS.com to lock in your personalized church URL and experience our helpful features! See the inside back cover for more details.
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Leader Resources
Essential Gear for Leaders
Director Guide
Includes activity center overviews, planning tools, decorating ideas, registration forms, leader devotions, and more. 9781426775673. $19.99
Assembly Leader
Complete opening and closing assembly scripts for WOW Assembly host Sandy Paper and Rivet the ant puppet, plus prop lists, decorating ideas, worship outlines, and more. 9781426779510. $5.99
Bible Storyteller
Music Leader
9781426778919. $8.99
9781426778940. $8.99
Preschool/Kindergarten Leader
Elementary Classroom Leader
For each session, you’ll find Bible drama and single storyteller scripts, sign language instructions, and active learning options. For grades 1–6.
Age-appropriate Bible stories, puppet scripts, crafts, science experiments, games, snacks, and more. For ages 3– kindergarten. 9781426778926. $11.99
Eight songs—two just for preschoolers—written especially for WOW, plus two popular praise and worship songs! Includes sheet music, lyrics, and motions.
All-in-one guide contains complete lesson plans for Bible storytelling, crafts, recreation, discovery, and reflection time. Can also be used for One Room VBS. For Grades 1–6. 9781426779374. $19.99
Craft Leader
Whether you order craft kits or make crafts from scratch, Craft Leader offers step-by-step directions with photographs and lots of tips. 9781426778933. $7.99
Science Leader
Easy directions and photographs help you lead your children in fun, safe, interactive science activities. Kids will love the engaging experiments! 9781426778957. $7.99
Recreation Leader
Decorating Guide
9781426778964. $5.99
9781426778971. $6.99
A variety of fun-filled games, with high-, medium-, and low-energy options as well as recreation especially for preschoolers.
This full-color guide is filled with ideas, tips, and directions to jump-start your decorating. Includes visual construction guide and pictures from test churches.
not shown: See p. 30 for adult and youth age-level resources.
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Snack Leader
9781426779350. $2.99
Mission Leader
9781426779367. $2.99
Reflection Time Leader 9781426779343. $2.99
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Leader Messenger Bag
This sturdy messenger bag is great for carrying VBS materials or as a gift for volunteers or participants! 9781426779404. $12.99
I am 22Ë? tall. Rivet, the Ant Puppet
During Assembly Time, your kids will laugh, learn, and have fun with Rivet, the Ant Puppet, who sets the stage for each day’s lesson. Large, 22" size. (Nonreturnable) 9781426779398. $32.99
Adult Shop Apron
Great for storing Scripture Treasures, as well as small supplies that leaders and helpers might need for their particular VBS role. 15 1/2" x 8". 9781426785238. $3.99
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Student Resources
Help all ages imagine and build with God!
Preschool/Kindergarten Student Book
Fun activities help kids explore how to imagine and build with God. (Order a sheet of Bible Story Activity Stickers for each child). 9781426779435.
$2.99
Younger Elementary Student Book
Age-appropriate Bible stories and activities that reinforce key learnings. For Grades 1–2. (Order a sheet of Bible Story Activity Stickers for each child). 9781426779442. $2.99
Older Elementary Student Book
Youth Student Book
9781426779466. $2.99
9781426779473. $4.99
Colorful pages full of activities make biblical truths kid-friendly and memorable. For Grades 3–6.
Age-appropriate creative activities and puzzles connect each session’s message to teens’ daily lives.
Adult Book
Adults experience the God who works wonders in this five-session study. Study early with your VBS leaders, then again during VBS with a separate adult class. Also works great with college age classes! Includes Leader guide. 9781426779015. $9.99
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Reproducible Fun Pages
Provides extra age-appropriate activities for each session: puzzles, creative games, and other engaging exercises to reinforce learning. Order one per classroom leader. (Younger visioneers also need Bible Story Activity Stickers—order one sheet per child). Each, $14.99 9781426779480. Younger Visioneer (Preschool to Grade 2) 9781426779497. Older Visioneer (Grades 3 and up)
Bible Story Activity Stickers
Spark imagination with these stickers that focus on each session’s Bible story. Please note: sticker sheets are needed for Preschool/ Kindergarten Student Books, Younger Elementary Student Books, and Younger Visioneer Reproducible Fun Pages. 9781426779503. Each sheet, 99¢
“Thank you for the flexibility—different churches have different needs/skill sets, so I like that the curriculum recognizes that.” — Jessica Peterson, Pastor to Children and Families, Austin, TX
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Music & Media
Original art and music add a WOW factor to VBS!
Adventure Video DVD/CD-ROM for Assembly Time
The great inventor Dr. WOW and his assistant Sam have a great time turning the ordinary into extraordinary as they build an amazing contraption during five fun video segments. Also includes sign language demonstrations for the Vision Verses, recorded Rivet puppet dialogue, and PDFs of assembly scripts. 9781426779077. $24.99
Music Video DVD
Decorating/Publicity CD-ROM
Learning the music and motions for Workshop of Wonders is easy with the Music Video DVD! Includes videos for all 10 songs, each with suggested motions designed to engage your children. Every song strengthens key learnings about using imagination and creativity to build faith.
Make decorating and publicity fun, exciting, and easy! Packed into this valuable CD-ROM are Bible story posters, clip art, customizable forms, decorating transparencies. Features high-vector art in EPS files. 9781426779411. $24.99
9781426779060. $24.99
Save when you order all three! Mega Media Pak
This pak contains one each of the resources listed above.
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Complete Music CD
Includes eight original songs, plus special arrangements of the popular praise and worship songs “Beautiful Things” and “Your Grace Is Enough.” Also includes instrumental tracks and projection slides with lyrics—perfect for group settings. 9781426778988. $14.99
Music Downloads (MP3)
Get the music of Workshop of Wonders VBS 2014 for your tablet, smartphone, computer, or other MP3 player. Includes all ten tracks. Length: 26:26. Visit CokesburyVBS.com to purchase downloads. 9781426781551. Full Album. $8.99
Downloadable Lyric Sheets with Guitar Chords
Downloadable PDF features lyric sheets with Guitar Chords for all ten Workshop of Wonders songs. Visit CokesburyVBS.com to purchase downloads. 9781426781544. $9.99
Also available:
Single Track Downloads (MP3) Each, 99¢
9781426781568. Workshop of Wonders 9781426781575. Sing to God
“I’m gonna wonder now, think out loud, wonder how, and be wowed! Only at the Workshop of Wonders.”
9781426781582. Y-O-U
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9781426781605. That’s What I’ll Do
9781426781599. Beautiful Things
9781426781612. Get in Gear
Student Take Home CD-ROM
Kick off kids’ VBS experience by giving them this CD-ROM when they register for VBS so they will already know the music when VBS begins! Features all ten Workshop of Wonders songs and can be played on either a computer or CD player. Also includes five computer games that will help children of all ages remember what they learned at VBS.
9781426781629. Your Grace Is Enough 9781426781636. Make Me an Instrument 9781426781643. We Are the Clay 9781426781650. God Is Wonderful
9781426778995. $3.99
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Crafts
Fun crafts help kids showcase their imagination and creativity! WOW-Bot Photo Frame
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“The crafts for Workshop of Wonders allow the kids to use their different levels of creativity. Our children loved the variety of crafts and how we can take ordinary items and make them wonderful!” —Laura Stinnett, Director of Children’s Ministries, Asbury United Methodist Church (Workshop of Wonders Test Church)
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Create-a-Story Craft Book Session 1 Craft
This 8-page, 5" x 5" blank book has a fun pop-up feature in the middle. Kids can create a book about themselves or what they learned at VBS!
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Patchwork Piece Session 3 Craft
Each kid decorates their own 8" x 8" square. Then, pieces tie together to create one large Patchwork Masterpiece. A great group craft! Polyester squares with grommets; yarn is included. 9781426785191. Pkg. of 6. $4.99
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Worship Cross Session 4 Craft
Heavy card-stock crosses come with small foam designs that are easily attached to the cross. A great reminder of VBS! 5 1/4" x 6 1/2". 9781426785207. Pkg. of 6. $3.99
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WOW Wonder Box Session 5 Craft
Kids decorate this reusable box during their last craft session. Great for storing and carrying home their VBS items. 10" x 5 1/2" x 5 1/2". 9781426785214. Pkg. of 6. $6.99
Choking Hazard ! Warning: Some craft items have small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years. See product packaging for details.
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Crafts
Craft Theme Stickers
A great way to decorate and customize most VBS crafts with the Workshop of Wonders images! 9781426779763. Pkg. of 12. $8.99
Logo Stickers
Use these Workshop of Wonders logos anywhere! 9781426779749. Pkg. of 12. $1.99
These VBS favorites make decorating crafts easy and fun!
WOW Thick and Thin Foam Stickers Colorful shapes in various sizes, thickness, and colors give kids a variety of options to decorate their craft creations. 9781426785252. Pkg. of 500. $11.99
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WOW Cubes
Spark imagination and discussion in each class! Each side features words or images that help children think about things they see. 4" x 4". 9781426785290. Pkg. of 4. $11.99
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Rivet Puzzle Preschool Craft
Two crafts in one, designed especially for preschool children! 8" x 8" puzzle is printed on heavy card stock. Color the picture in class, then take home and use as a puzzle! 9781426785221. Pkg. of 6. $2.99
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Recognition & Outreach
Show your appreciation for a successful VBS
Leader Recognition Certificate
Give credit where credit is due with these leader recognition certificates. 9781426779657. Pkg. of 10.
$3.99
Follow-Up Photo Frame
Use these follow-up photo frames to invite children back to church. Include a photo on front, and list church’s activity information on the other side. A great keepsake! Frames measure 5 1⁄2" x 8 1⁄2" (two per 8 1⁄2" x 11" sheet). 9781426779756. Pkg. of 50 (25 sheets). $4.99
Put a “WOW” on every kid’s face! Student Certificate
Rivet makes an encore appearance on this student certificate to remind children of the fun they had at Workshop of Wonders VBS! 9781426779664. Pkg. of 50. $6.99
Thank You Postcard
The full-color Workshop of Wonders logo and everyone’s favorite new ant, Rivet, provide a “thank you” to those who worked hard to inspire kids at VBS. 9781426779701. Pkg. of 25. $3.99
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Spotlight: Mission-Focused VBS Challenge children to experience how the ordinary becomes extraordinary with God! Let children use their creativity and imagination to see the wonder in all that surrounds us. We’ve designed Workshop of Wonders as an enhancement to your mission-focused VBS by providing you with • Optional “hands-on” mission projects for each of the 5 sessions • Information on how to partner with a local or national missions organization • Suggestions for individual mission projects as well as group projects • Curriculum that is easily adaptable for outside the church walls For more mission ideas for each day of your VBS, see the Mission Leader.
Watch our new promotional video to learn all about Workshop of Wonders VBS! Download the free QR app on your smartphone and scan this! www.cokesburyvbs.com
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T-shirts & Nametags
Nametag Card
Kids get to know each other quickly with these bright and easy-to-read Nametag Cards that fit perfectly in the Nametag Holder. 9781426779718. Pkg. of 24. $3.99
Nametag Holder
Package includes an assortment of colors: orange, blue, and yellow. Each has a breakaway cord for safety. 9781426779732. Pkg. of 6. $7.99
Remember the fun of VBS all year long! T-shirts make a great keepsake.
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Cool theme-related apparel for visioneers and volunteers! Attendance Stickers
One package has enough stickers for 24 Visioneers. Stickers show the Wonder Words for each session. 9781426779725. Pkg. of 24 sheets. $4.79
Iron-On Transfer
It’s fun and easy to use the Workshop of Wonders logo on T-shirts, hats, and more. Different sizes included. 9781426779640. $1.99
Children’s T-shirts
What better way to build enthusiasm for the 2014 Workshop of Wonders! The official VBS shirt has the WOW logo on front and back!100% cotton. Each, $8.99 9781426784453. Extra Small (Size 2–4) 9781426784460. Small (Size 6–8) 9781426784484. Medium (Size 10–12) 9781426784491. Large (Size 14–16) 9781426784507. XL (Size 16+)
Leader T-shirts
Same design as children’s shirts. 100% cotton. 9781426784408. Small. $9.99
9781426784415. Medium. $9.99 9781426784422. Large. $9.99 9781426784439. XL. $9.99
9781426784446. XXL. $11.99
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Youth & Adult Resources
Include the whole congregation in your Workshop of Wonders! Adult Study Book
In this five-session study, adults experience the God who works wonders. Use this study early with your VBS leaders and then again with the adult class at VBS. Includes Leader guide. 9781426779015. $9.99
Youth Leader Book
This easy-to-lead study guide offers Bible lessons, recreation, mission projects, and more. We recommend that youth helping with VBS complete this study first to familiarize themselves with each session. This can also be used for 5th–7th grade VBS classes. 9781426779008. $8.99
Youth Student Book
Age-appropriate creative activities to connect each session’s message to teens’ daily lives. Designed to engage a variety of learning styles. 9781426779473. $4.99
Do you want to offer a class for Toddlers & Twos? Do you need materials to help you include persons with special needs in your VBS program? Download FREE helpful resources at CokesburyVBS.com.
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THE OFFICIAL BIBLE TRANSLATION OF
Workshop of Wonders VBS! EASY TO NAVIGATE. BUILT TO CAPTIVATE. Kids ages 7–12 will want to join the daring crew of Asia, Kat, and Edgar as they explore the CEB Deep Bible. These 3-D characters help children Blue Kids Bible discover the Bible’s message through engaging four-color art, interactive call-outs, and the complete text of the Common English Bible.
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“I absolutely love the CEB Deep Blue Kids Bible. It is a wonderful resource for parents who wish to have a devotional time with their children. The chapter overview and the ‘Life Preserver’ sections are all they need to have a meaningful discussion with a child of any age.” — Theresa Reiter, Director of Children’s Ministry, Montgomery, Alabama
The Common English Bible is relevant, readable, and reliable. It’s the official translation used in all Workshop of Wonders VBS materials!
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Cokesbury’s 2013 VBS wins a prestigious Telly award! The Telly Awards honors the very best film & video productions, groundbreaking online video content, and outstanding local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs. Cokesbury’s 2013 VBS, Everywhere Fun Fair, was awarded a Telly for Excellence in Children’s Programming. This was the third win for Cokesbury, who also received awards in 2010 and 2007. Year after year, Cokesbury produces outstanding, creative VBS programs that help all ages come to know God more deeply and find ways to use their gifts to serve in their churches and communities. Cokesbury’s innovative VBS video components capture the attention of today’s tech-savvy youth and help communicate faith messages in a fun, interactive way.
Help your children’s faith grow by leaps and bounds Nourish and enrich the faith of your children with the Grow, Proclaim, Serve! Sunday school program! Children from birth through tweens will learn how they can proclaim the good news of God’s love and serve God and neighbor. Grow, Proclaim, Serve! incorporates Bible stories, activities, crafts, videos, and games into a full faith experience for children. Children will discover that their faith can grow right along with them! Stay connected with the FREE Grow, Proclaim, Serve! app for iPhone, iPad, and Android! • Reinforce lesson topics and Scriptures • Access videos and songs to share with the family • Read helpful articles on parenting, children, and faith • Find fun games and activities to enjoy with your child Available for iPhone/iPad at iTunes & for Android at play.google.com/store/apps
Your faithfulness is growing by leaps and bounds, and the love that all of you have for each other is increasing. —2 Thessalonians 1:3, CEB
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