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The Promise

At LifeWay, we work hard to know kids. We take time to understand how they play and how they learn. And we know you need resources you can count on to connect kids to God’s Word—leading them toward knowing Christ and growing in relationship with Him. That’s why LifeWay Kids promises to offer foundational resources that are biblically sound, age appropriate, fun, and easy to use. From Vacation Bible School to Sunday morning options to children’s camps—we invite you to explore the resources we offer and see why year after year, LifeWay Kids is the choice you can trust!

Contents

Outrigger Island Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 VBS Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Daily Wave Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Children’s VBS Day-At-A-Glance . . . . . . . . . . 6 Planning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 VBS Musical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 New for 2008 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Worship Rally Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Bible Study Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Preschool Bible Study Resources . . . . . . . . . 18 Preschool Rotation Resources . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Younger Children Bible Study Resources . . . . 24 Middle Children Bible Study Resources . . . . . 26 Preteen Bible Study Resources . . . . . . . . . . 28 Rotation Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Youth VBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Special Needs VBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Adult VBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Promotional Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Decorations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Set Decoration Ideas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Name Tags and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Gifts & Souvenirs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Follow-up Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Witnessing Helps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Spanish VBS Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 VBS Web Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 VBS Preview Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Sunday School Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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where kids will learn to know, speak, and live God’s truth. Based on Psalm 86:11, this tropical adventure will help kids develop the stability they need to become unshakeable in a world of shifting sands.

Outrigger Island Scripture Teach me Your way, Lord, and I will live by Your truth. Psalm 86:11 (HCSB®)

Outrigger Island Terminology

Outrigger Island Motto Know the Truth! Speak the Truth! Live the Truth!

Leaders: Island Guides Kids: Wave Riders Rotations: Island-hopping Daily Challenge: Wave Action

LifeWay’s Vacation Bible School is:

Easy

• allows leaders to serve based on their gifts and interests • offers scheduling options to meet your church’s needs • equips you with easy-to-use resources

• provides sound, relevant Bible teaching • offers classes and activities for every age • encourages real-life application

• creates a themed learning enviroment • provides energetic site rotations • reinforces the biblical content with hands-on activities

Effective Fun

VBS Rotation

Each day kids will rotate through sites where the Bible story is reinforced with engaging hands-on activities.

Recreation Reef & Snack Shack

Bible Study Beach Hut

Music Falls

(Opening and Closing Bible Study)

Rotation Guide Worship Rally Lagoon (Beginning or End)

Missions Lookout

Craft Cabana

Daily Wave actions

Each wave action helps kids live out what they’re learning during VBS.

Wave 1

Wave 2

Wave 3

Wave 4

Wave 5

Kindergarten

Younger Children

Middle Children

Preteen

Believe the truth! Watch for three things that help you know God is real. Make a list on your surfboard.

Believe the truth! Quote Isaiah 44:6b to a friend and tell him one way he can learn more about the one true God.

Believe the truth! Memorize Exodus 3:14. When someone asks how you know God is real, quote the verse to them.

Celebrate the truth! Tell a family member one reason Jesus is special to you!

Celebrate the truth! Use the story cloth you created in today’s Bible study to retell the story to a friend.

Babies–2s

3s–Pre-K

Look in the mirror to see someone God loves. God loves you!

Say the Bible phrase “God is good” to three friends as you go home today.

There is only one God. Think of words which describe God that start with the letters O, N, and E.

Say “thank you” to God for Jesus.

Say “thank you” to God for His Son, Jesus.

Sing a song to thank God for His Son, Jesus.

Celebrate the truth! Play the “Spin It” game with a friend or family member.

Draw a picture of something Jesus did and give it to a friend.

Confess the truth! Use your ABC sailboat to tell someone about the ABCs of Becoming a Christian.

Confess the truth! Practice telling someone the ABCs of Becoming a Christian!

Confess the truth! Use the Triad Puzzle from today’s Bible study to share with a friend the verses that prove Jesus is the only way.

Find Jeremiah’s name in the Bible and tell what you remember about the Bible story.

Explore the Bible’s truth! Read one Bible verse before tomorrow. Try to read one new verse each day for a week.

Explore the Bible’s truth! Choose a Bible story that you haven’t read on your own. Read it, then retell it to someone.

Explore the Bible’s truth! Make a commitment to read your Bible everyday for at least 10 minutes.

Help your mother bring the groceries into the house.

Stand for the truth! Do at least one kind thing for each of your family members before the end of the day.

Stand for the truth! With your family, decide how you can show kindness to a neighbor or to people in your community. Then work as a team to carry out your plan.

Stand for truth! Share the Bible truths you have learned at VBX this week with a friend.

Sing the song “Jesus Loves Me” with a friend.

Look in the Bible and find pictures of things Jesus did.

Open the Bible and tell your parents a Bible story before you go to bed.

Open the Bible and turn the pages.

Help your mother put away your toys.

Let a friend have a turn first.

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Children’s VBS Day-at-a-glance

Bible Story

Wave 1

Truth: God Is Real

Wave 2

Truth: Jesus Is God’s Son

Wave 3

Truth: Jesus Is the Only Way

Wave 4

Truth: The Bible Is God’s Word

Crafts

God Spoke to Moses (Exodus 3; 13:17–14:31)

I know God is real. I can believe there is no other God.

Parting the Sea Vase Aloha Apparel Beachcomber Eyeglasses Holder

Jesus is God’s Son (Luke 2:1-20,25-35,41-52)

I know Jesus is God’s Son. I can celebrate who He is.

Celebration Ornament Tropical Tile Trivet Surfboard Sound Machine

Jesus’ Death, Burial, and Resurrection (Mark 15:21–16:7)

I know that Jesus is the only way. I can confess Him as my Savior.

Truth Key Ring Gecko Bible Verse Holder Trade Windsock

Jeremiah and Baruch (Jeremiah 36)

I know the Bible is God’s Word. I can explore its truth.

Scribe’s Message Carrier Palm Portfolio Outrigger Pencil Pouch

The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37)

I know my actions show what I believe. I can stand for truth.

Kokua Kit Hang Ten Frame Sea Turtle Memo Holder

Wave 5

Truth: My Actions Show What I Believe

Life Truth

Children’s VBS Day-at-a-glance

Rec

Missions

Music

Indoor Games Tiki Ticktacktoe A-l-o-h-a Outdoor Games Splish Splash Outrigger Race

“Stepping Out’ with God” Missions teams traveled to Jamaica to tell people about the one true God.

Indoor Games Capture the Coconut Luau Lei Up Outdoor Games Reef Ringer Relay Swim Ring Toss

“Celebrating Jesus Celebrating Missions” College students went to Malta to help missionaries tell others about Jesus.

“Jesus Is”

Indoor Games Catch the Wave Fin Flipper Flop Outdoor Games Sandcastle Scoop Up Scuba Scramble

“A Global Ministry in Hawaii” Missionaries help international students learn to speak English as they teach them about Jesus.

“Wiki Wiki (The ABC Song)”

Indoor Games Octopus Fins and Feathers Outdoor Games Hot Lava Beach Ball Bash

“Getting the Message Out” Missionaries in the Philippines train Filipino people to teach others about Jesus.

“The Word”

Indoor Games Four Corner Cabana Island-hopping Outdoor Games Hang Ten Fish Flop

“Passion to Follow” Missionaries on Reunion Island use sports to build relationships with others and be able to tell them about Jesus.

“My God Is Real”

“Let My Actions Match My Passion”

Snacks Kid Step Snacks

(Allows kids to create their own snacks!)

Coastal Cupcakes Can Do Kabobs Surf’s Up Cookies Ocean Bagel Going Fishin’ Crashing Waves Pudding Sandy Beach Snack Seashore Shake Eruptive Volcano Snack Roasted Pig Skewers Aloha Lei Outstanding Outrigger Hibiscuits Sea Turtle Snack Flip-flop Cookies High Tide Snacks

(Minimal preparation required.)

Tropical Trail Treat Fresh Fruit and Cool Dip Luau Mac and Cheese Ocean Oyster Crackers Big Island Dessert Cheesy Starfish Beach Ball Treat Island Pizza Cane Spiders Trim the Sail Beachside Beverage Island Sun Punch Fruitsicle Pineapple Frozen Pop Splashing Slush Fruity Smoothie Low Tide Snacks 52 store-bought “Low Tide” snack suggestions are offered on the Snack Rotation and Recipe Cards.

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Planning Resources

Grab your surfboard and head for the waves!

Whether your Vacation Bible School plans are small or large, you’ll want to start out prepared! After all, VBS can be one of the most important outreach events of the year for your church. Begin by soaking up everything that’s inside the Outrigger Island Sampler or Super Sampler. Whichever one you choose, these surfboard-shaped samplers will get you off to a steady start on planning, promoting, and hosting an incredible VBS for waves of kids!

Outrigger Island Sampler The VBS 2008 Sampler makes it easy for you to surf through VBS planning. This handy surfboard-shaped bag is bursting with resources. Open it up and you’ll find: one copy of both the Bible study learner and leader guides for each of the six age groups—from preschoolers through preteens. You’ll find rotation resources and administrative, promotional, and witnessing helps, too. It’s all packed within a durable hibiscus print blue surfboard-shaped bag complete with the Outrigger Island logo. Bag measures 19” x 9” x 41/2”. 005035611 • $59.99 Over a $116 value if sold separately—yours for only $59.99 The Outrigger Island Sampler includes: • Decorating Made Easy book with Clip Art CD-ROM • Administrative Guide for Directors Curriculum • One Bible study Leader Guide and Learner Guide for all six age groups—babies through preteens • Youth Learner Guide • Adult Learner Guide

Witnessing Helps • New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs (HCSB®) • One Parent Guide: Truth Trips and Travel Tips • One ABC Memory Cross • One ABC Island Wristband Worship Rally/Music • One Music for Kids CD • One Worship Rally Booklet Rotation Resources • Music Rotation Leader Guide with DVD • Missions Rotation Leader Guide with DVD • World Missions Map (Only available in the Sampler and Super Sampler) • Crafts Rotation Leader Guide • Recreation Rotation Leader Cards • Snack Rotation Recipe Cards • 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack (Sample only) Promotional Items • Promotional Poster (Not pictured) • VBS 2008 Catalog with Promotional DVD

Planning RESOURCES

The Outrigger Island Super Sampler includes everything you’ll find in the Sampler plus: Worship Rally/Music • Worship Rally Pack (includes one Worship Rally Guide, Booklet, DVD, and Enhanced CD) • Music Rotation and Musical CD Leader Packs • 3s–Pre-K Leader Pack • Middle Children Bible Study Leader Pack

Sample Craft Packs for 3s–Kindergarten • One Tropical Turtle • One Celebration Shaker • One Awesome Aquarium

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Promotional Items • One Invitation Postcard • One Follow-up Postcard • One Door Hanger • Window Signs (One pkg. of 5)

Sample Craft Packs for Children • One Gecko Bible Verse Holder • One Truth Key Ring • One Outrigger Pencil Pouch • One Hang Ten Picture Frame • One Beachcomber Eyeglasses Holder • One Surfboard Sound Machine

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Accessories & Decorations • Inflatable Sea Turtle • Sea Turtle Snack Bowls (One pkg. of 3) • Note Pad • Surfboard Key Chain • Decoration Punch-Outs • One Luau Cup with Lid • One Color Me Iron-on • Security Wristbands (One pkg. of 5) • One Floral Lei (NEW!) • One Kid’s Island Visor (NEW!) • VBS 2008 Name Tag with Multicolored Lanyard (One pkg. of 20)

Outrigger Island Super Sampler This super-fun surfboard-shaped bag is stuffed with everything from curriculum to decorations and accessories. The front is emblazoned with the colorful Outrigger Island logo and each side features a red hibiscus print. The large zipper allows for easy loading and unloading of all your VBS gear. Bag measures 25” x 12” x 6”.

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Look for this icon throughout the catalog to identify items that are included in the Super Sampler.

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VBS 2008 Administrative Guide for Directors You’ll glean lots of ideas for VBS promotion, kick-off events, and family night with this step-by-step guide to VBS planning, hosting, evaluating, and follow-up. Contains a two-page summary chart of VBS content and a CD with customizable registration and attendance forms—including a Budget Form— as well as leader training helps and a 31-day Prayer Calendar. Plus, a helpful “VBS Directory” helps you quickly locate exactly what you’re looking for— whether it’s on a CD-ROM, DVD, or in one of PL AM E several VBS books. 005035587 • $9.99 S

VBS 2008 Forms and Worship Rally Cels Simplify your VBS administration with this pack of convenient forms for scheduling, budgeting, and planning. It includes eleven 4-color Worship Rally overhead cels with the VBS pledges, songs, and Outrigger Island logo. Plus, three black and white cels featuring Outrigger Island clip art make creating decorations easy. In addition, you’ll find nine of the forms featured on the Administrative Guide for Directors CD, but already in a hard-copy format! 005035678 • $19.99 (Not pictured.)

Discover how easy it can be to manage your VBS!

Planning and organizing are a breeze when you use VBS Tools Online to help you manage departments, class rolls, class schedules, emergency contacts, allergy information, and more. You’ll even get a custom Outrigger Island VBS Web site for your church that will allow volunteers and participants to register online. You’ll never need to re-enter their data...it’s all stored in VBS Tools Online and waiting for you the next time you log in! This resource is only available for purchase online. Annual subscriptions are $29.99. Look for the demonstration link included on the Administrative Guide for Directors CD or go to www.lifeway.com/vbs to learn more. 10

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Make a splash with the Outrigger Island Musical!

VBS Musical

It’s perfect for kick-off events, Family Night, and VBS Follow-up. All you need is one copy of VBS 2008 Outrigger Island: The Musical for each person and one copy of the Music Rotation and Musical CD.

VBS 2008 Outrigger Island: The Musical Here you’ll find all the guidance you need to make a huge splash with your Outrigger Island musical production. Each book includes printed music, lyrics, stage directions, costume ideas and a drama script. Fun movements to go along with the songs are presented on the Worship Rally DVD; sold separately. (See page 14) 005035733 • $5.99

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VBS 2008 Music Rotation & Musical CD Contains performance tracks and an audio demonstration of the VBS musical drama, plus all the songs printed in the Music Rotation Leader Guide. Each song appears in split-track format, so you can listen to as little or as much of the vocals as you wish. A music review game is also included. This is the only CD you’ll need for both the daily music rotation site and your Outrigger Island musical production. AMPLE 005035708 • $15.99 S

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VBS 2008 Music for Kids CD This affordable CD contains all the Outrigger Island VBS songs, and makes teaching them to kids a breeze! Distribute them before VBS to help kids learn the songs. They also make a great gift that’s sure to keep kids singing long after VBS is over. PL AM E 005100604 • $11.49 (pkg. of 5) (One is included in the Super Sampler.) S

VBS Composer

Jeff Slaughter has been the composer of LifeWay’s VBS music since 1997. Jeff grew up at North Greenwood Baptist Church in Greenwood, Mississippi, before coming to Nashville to complete a degree that focused on music composition. Millions of kids are glad he did! When he’s not home at his piano composing, he’s on the road leading kids in worship at camps and VBS programs across the country.

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3-D Learner Cards Grab your shades and get ready to soak up each day’s Bible study lesson! The VBS 2008 Learner Guides contain engaging, essential 3-D Bible study activities. A pair of 3-D glasses, six activity cards, and three Truth Tags come packaged in a beach woody-wagon design that also serves as a stand-up souvenir photo frame. Plus, a detachable surfboard bookmark is included. Truth Tags serve as a reminder of the VBS motto and challenge kids to know, speak, and live God’s truth daily. AMPLE S

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Island Visors make great door prizes and leader appreciation gifts!

VBS 2008 Kid’s Island Visors Designed just for kids, each colorful visor is emblazoned with the Outrigger Island logo and Psalm 86:11 Scripture reference. The adjustable headband PL AM E makes them a perfect fit for any wave rider. 005035709 • $11.99 (pkg. of 12; assorted colors) (One is included in the Super Sampler.)

REDESIGNED!

VBS 2008 Special Friends Edition with CD-ROM The all-new VBS 2008 Special Friends Edition offers a week’s worth of teaching plans for kids, youth, and adults with special needs. It’s four resources in one! (See page 36 for details.) 005035687 • $15.99

New for 2008

VBS 2008 Island Foam Shapes Craft projects of any size are a breeze with this tub of 100 self-stick craft foam shapes in six tropical designs. 005035778 • $9.99

VBS 2008 Floor Flip-Flops These flip-flops are meant for more than just a trip to the beach! Place them down your hallway floors so folks can follow the flip-flops to your VBS registration area, Worship Rally, or wherever they need to go. Also makes a great decoration for classrooms! A special adhesive backing allows for easy removal after VBS. 005035663 • $5.99 (pkg. of 12; 4 designs)

VBS 2008 Peel-N-Place Quick Scenes Need to decorate quickly? Just pull out the Peel-N-Place Quick Scenes for a selection of repositional images that easily cling to most surfaces without tape! Each 12” x 24” sheet provides a different selection of theme-related images. 005035711 • $7.99 (pkg. of 2 sheets)

Use these together!

VBS 2008 Island Backdrop Unroll a durable vinyl backdrop of sky, waves, and sand for any area— whether it’s a door, hallway or classroom! (Backdrop measures 4’ x 30’) 005035782 • $11.99

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Worship Rally Resources

VBS 2008 Worship Rally Guide This must-have resource will help your daily Worship Rally make a big splash! It contains: • Printed music for all of the Worship Rally songs • Abbreviated drama script from the Worship Rally DVD • Easy-to-follow order of worship • VBS Motto & Scriptures • Tips for processionals, pledges, and other VBS elements • Decorating suggestions and more 005035679 • $4.99

VBS 2008 Worship Rally DVD This feature-packed DVD includes: • Five exciting life-application video segments that support each day’s Life Truth by traveling with Howie and his family to the Land of Aloha! Here, Howie joins a canoe club and trains to paddle all the way to Outrigger Island. • Movements for the VBS songs in two formats—one instructional, and the other allowing Jeff Slaughter to lead your Worship Rally • Multimedia presentation of each day’s Life Truth • Missions videos

NEW! • Jeff Slaughter conversationally explains the plan of salvation using LifeWay’s ABC (Admit, Believe, Confess) method. This segment is ideal for your evangelistic emphasis day or as a training tool for leaders. 005035680 • $24.99 VBS 2008 Worship Rally Enhanced CD The Worship Rally Enhanced CD contains: • All the audio needed for Worship Rally • Worship Rally PowerPoint® • Master for Worship Rally overhead cels • Three bonus songs and PowerPoint® 005035645 • $12.99

Worship Rally Resources

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VBS 2008 Worship Rally Pack Everything you need for Worship Rally is included in this convenient pack! • Worship Rally Guide • Worship Rally DVD • One Worship Rally Booklet • Worship Rally Enhanced CD Extra copies of the Worship Rally Booklet can be ordered separately if needed. 005035656 • $41.99 AMPLE S

VBS 2008 Worship Rally Booklet Designed for kids to use during the daily Worship Rally, each 12-page booklet includes the text of the VBS motto, pledges, and Scriptures; lyrics to each Worship Rally song; the ABCs of Becoming a Christian; and more. It’s essential for churches that don’t have projectors needed for use with the Worship Rally PowerPoint® presentation. 005035677 • $6.29 (pkg. of 25)

VBS 2008 Forms and Worship Rally Overhead Cels This pack of convenient forms includes eleven 4-color overhead cels with the VBS pledges, songs, and Outrigger Island logo for use during the Worship Rally. Black and white cels featuring VBS 2008 clip art are included, and can be used for help in decorating. The pack includes nine of the forms you’ll find on your Administrative Guide for Directors CD, but already in a hard-copy format, so you don’t have to spend your valuable time printing documents! (Not pictured.) 005035678 • $19.99

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Bible Study Content

Babies–2s, 3s–Pre-K, & Kindergarten

Children

Special Needs

Bible Story: Babies–Kindergarten: God Helped Moses and the People (Exodus 6:6-8; 13:17-18; 14:5-7,10-16,21-22) Life Truth: Babies–Pre-K: I can know God is good to everyone. Kindergarten: I can know God is the only God.

Bible Story: God Spoke to Moses (Exodus 3; 13:17–14:31) Life Truth: I know God is real. I can believe there is no other God.

Bible Story: The Israelites Learned God Is Real (Exodus 3; 13:17–14:31) Life Truth: Adults; Kids: I will worship the one real God.

Bible Story: Babies–2s: Jesus Was Born 3s–Kindergarten: Jesus, God’s Son, Was Born (Luke 2:1-20) Life Truth: Babies–2s: I can thank God for Jesus. 3s–Kindergarten: I can thank God for His Son, Jesus.

Bible Story: Jesus is God’s Son (Luke 2:1-20,25-35,41-52) Life Truth: I know Jesus is God’s Son. I can celebrate who He is.

Bible Story: God Sent His Son to Earth (Luke 2:1-20,25-35,41-52) Life Truth: Adults; Kids: I will obey Jesus.

Truth: Jesus Is the Only Way

Bible Story: Babies–Pre-K: Jesus Helped Bartimaeus (Mark 10:46-52) Kindergarten: Jesus Is Alive (Luke 24:1-12,36-48) Life Truth: I can learn that Jesus did things no one else can do.

Bible Story: Jesus’ Death, Burial, and Resurrection (Mark 15:21–16:7) Life Truth: I know that Jesus is the only way. I can confess Him as my Savior.

Bible Story: Jesus Provided the Way to Salvation (Mark 15:21–16:7) Life Truth: Adults: I can confess Jesus as my Savior Kids: I can be saved.

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Bible Story: Babies–2s: Jeremiah Wrote About God Kindergarten: Jeremiah Wrote God’s Words (Jeremiah 36:1-4,22-24,27-28,32) Life Truth: Babies–2s: I can discover that the Bible tells me about God. 3s–Kindergarten: I can understand that the Bible tells me what God wants me to know.

Bible Story: Jeremiah and Baruch (Jeremiah 36) Life Truth: I know the Bible is God’s Word. I can explore its truth.

Bible Story: God Told Jeremiah to Write His Word (Jeremiah 36) Life Truth: Adults: I will study the Bible. Kids: I will read the Bible.

Bible Story: Babies–Pre-K: The Kind Man Helped Kindergarten: The Samaritan Man Helped (Luke 10:25-37) Life Truth: Babies–2s: I can love and help others. 3s–Kindergarten: I can do what the Bible says when I love and help others.

Bible Story: The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) Life Truth: I know my actions show what I believe. I can stand for truth.

Bible Story: The Good Samaritan Showed Love (Luke 10:25-37) Life Truth: Adults: I will show I love God and others. Kids: I will show love.

Wave 1

Truth: God Is Real (Babies–2s: God Is Good)

Wave 2

Truth: Jesus Is God’s Son

(Babies–2s: Jesus Was Born)

Wave 3

(Babies– Kindergarten: No One Else Is Like Jesus)

Truth: The Bible Is God’s Word (Babies– Kindergarten: The Bible Tells About God)

Wave 5

Truth: My Actions Show What I Believe

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Bible Study content

Adults

Youth VBS: Unshakeable

Session 1: God Is Real

Session 1: Look Around

Lesson Passages: (Exodus 3:1-14; 13:17-22; 14:10-31) Lesson Truth: We can know God is the only true God because He acts to reveal His existence as well as to reveal His nature, His character, and His power.

Session 2: Jesus Is God’s Son Lesson Passages: (Luke 2:1-20,25-35,41-52 ) Lesson Truth: We can know Jesus is God’s Son and God sent Him as the Messiah and our Savior.

Session 3: Jesus Is the Only Way to Salvation Lesson Passages: (Mark 15:21–16:7; John 14:6 ) Lesson Truth: We can know Jesus suffered, died, and was resurrected as part of God’s plan to provide us forgiveness for our sins.

Session 4: The Bible Is God’s Word to Us Lesson Passages: (Jeremiah 36:1-32; 2 Timothy 3:16 ) Lesson Truth: We can know only the Bible is the written Word of God because He inspired those who wrote it and He has preserved it for us.

Session 5: Our Actions Show What We Believe Lesson Passages: (Luke 10:25-37) Lesson Truth: Regardless of whether our actions are positive or negative, we show what we believe by what we do.

Background Passages: Exodus 3; 13–14 Focal Passages: Exodus 3:13-15; 13:17-18; 14:1-4,19-20,29-31 Life Question: How can I know God is the one true God? Biblical Truth: We can know God is the only true God because He acts to reveal His existence as well as to reveal His nature, His character, and His power. Key Verse: Isaiah 44:6b Lesson Aim: To lead youth to identify evidence that helps them believe there is only one true God and to discover what this truth demands of them.

Session 2: Dive In

Background Passage: Luke 2 Focal Passages: Luke 2:8-12,27b-33,41-52 Life Question: How can I know Jesus is God’s Son, the Messiah? Biblical Truth: Through the testimony of the angel, shepherds, Simeon, and Jesus, we can know Jesus is God’s Son and God sent Him as the Messiah and our Savior. Key Verse: Matthew 16:16 Lesson Aim: To lead youth to affirm Jesus is God’s Son and proclaim it to others.

Session 3: Saddle Up

Background Passages: Mark 15:21–16:6 Focal Passages: Mark 15:22-26,37-39,42-46; 16:1-6 Life Question: How can I know Jesus is the only way to salvation? Biblical Truth: We can know Jesus suffered, died, and was resurrected as part of God’s plan to provide us forgiveness for our sins. Key Verse: John 14:6 Lesson Aim: To lead youth to declare Jesus is the only Way to salvation and to confess Him as Savior or, if Christians, to be able to share this information with others.

Session 4: Stand Firm

Background Passages: Jeremiah 36 Focal Passages: Jeremiah 36:1-4,21-25,27-31 Life Question: How can I know the Bible is from God? Biblical Truth: We can know only the Bible is the written Word of God because He inspired those who wrote it and He has preserved it for us. Key Verse: 2 Timothy 3:16 Lesson Aim: To lead students to confirm only the Bible is God’s written Word and to describe how they will respond to its truth.

Session 5: Set Sail

Background Passage: Luke 10:25-37 Focal Passage: Luke 10:25-37 Life Question: How can I show what I believe? Biblical Truth: Regardless of whether our actions are positive or negative, we show what we believe by what we do. Key Verse: Luke 10:27 Lesson Aim: To lead youth to agree their actions show what they believe and to commit to act in ways that demonstrate their Christian beliefs.

Preschool Bible Study > Babies–2s

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VBS 2008 Babies–2s Leader Guide From hands-on Bible learning activities to recreation and snack ideas, this valuable guide will lead you every step of the way. (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 Babies–2s Leader Pack.) Order one for each teacher. MPLE 005035589 • $4.99 A

VBS 2008 Babies–2s Learner Cards Specifically made for babies to age 2, this set of six activity cards, three Truth Tags, and a pair of sunglasses come packaged in a fun beach woody-wagon design that doubles as a stand-up photo frame. Parents will love everything about it—even the souvenir surfboard bookmark! Order one for every child. 005035593 • $2.59 AMPLE R

VBS 2008 Babies–2s Leader Pack Leading this week-long adventure is easy when you’ve got this pack full of biblical teaching pictures, books, games, puzzles, and other resources for use with the Babies–2s Leader Guide. Also included is an enhanced CD with printable teaching resources and music just for this age group. (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 Babies–2s Leader Guide.) Order one for each class. 005035590 • $22.99

Preschool Puzzles

Experience the teaching power of puzzles! Our colorful, hand-painted wooden puzzles are a wonderful way to teach preschoolers about Jesus through an activity they love!

Babies–2s

Kindergarten

Jesus Is Born 001050959 • $11.99 Life of Moses Wooden Box Puzzle Puzzles include In the Basket, At the Red Sea, The Burning Bush, and At Mount Sinai. 001276455 • $15.99

Life of Jesus Wooden Box Puzzle Puzzles include The Birth of Jesus, Jesus and the Four Friends, Jesus and the Disciples, and Jesus Is Alive. 001051003 • $15.99

Bibles 001050998 • $11.99 Jesus’ Birth 001276461 • $11.99

Books of the Bible (Floor puzzle) 001276456 • $11.99

Jesus Reads the Bible 001050960 • $11.99

3s–Pre-K

Jesus’ Birth 001276461 • $11.99

Jesus and the Children 001050963 • $11.99

Bibles 001050998 • $11.99 Jesus Visited Friends 001050964 • $11.99

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Suggestions for arts & crafts, music, missions, and recreation activities for 3s–Kindergarten can be found in the VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack; see page 22.

Preschool Bible Study > 3s–Pre-K

For snack suggestions, see the Snack Rotation Recipe Cards on page 22.

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VBS 2008 3s–Pre-K Leader Guide If you’re planning to guide ages 3s–Pre-K on this island adventure, you’ll appreciate this step-by-step resource filled with early arrival, Bible learning center, and group time activities for each day (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 3s–Pre-K Leader Pack.) Order one for each teacher. MPL 005035592 • $4.99 A E

VBS 2008 3s–Pre-K Learner Guide Biblical truths are no illusion—this beach woodywagon is actually a set of Bible study cards filled with engaging 3-D activities for preschoolers! Each set includes a pair of 3-D glasses, six activity cards, and three Truth Tags. Convert the woody-wagon into a stand-up photo frame and detach the surfboard shaped bookmark for a fun souvenir. Order one for every child. PL 005035596 • $2.59 AM E S

VBS 2008 3s–Pre-K Leader Pack With lots of colorful pictures, games, books, puzzles and 3-D art, this pack will help you guide pre-kindergartners in discovering unshakeable truths from the Bible. Includes a 3s–Pre-K enhanced CD filled with music and other useful teaching aides. (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 3s–Pre-K Leader Guide.) Order one for each class. AMPLE 005035591 • $22.99

Preschool Bible Study > Kindergarten

VBS 2008 Kindergarten Leader Pack This essential pack provides lots of ways to help the kindergartners in your program know, speak, and live God’s truth. Includes teaching pictures, games, books, 3-D art, and other activities for use with the VBS 2008 Kindergarten Leader Guide. You’ll also find an enhanced CD filled with music and other useful teaching aides—including early arrival activities. Order one for each class. 005035594 • $22.99

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VBS 2008 Kindergarten Leader Guide Discover how easy leading a kindergarten class can be! This handy guide offers Bible-learning center and group-time activities specifically for kindergartners. (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 Kindergarten Leader Pack.) Order one for each teacher. 005035629 • $4.99 AMPLE S

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VBS 2008 Kindergarten Learner Guide There’s plenty of room in this beach woody-wagon learner guide for everything kindergartners need to explore the Bible’s truth! Includes a pair of 3-D glasses, six activity cards with 3-D art, three Truth Tags, and a detachable surfboard bookmark. The woodywagon design converts into a stand-up photo frame for a fun souvenir! Order one for every child. PL 005035595 • $2.59 AM E S

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VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack Rotate preschoolers to their own missions, music, recreation and arts & crafts sites. The rotation pack makes it easy! Each pack contains: • Rotation folders for missions, music, and arts & crafts for easy distribution among teachers • A set of 25 recreation cards with games just for preschoolers • Teaching plans for 3s–Pre-K and Kindergarten-aged children • Preschool Missions DVD with three video segments • Music CD with all the songs you’ll need for the preschool music rotation PL AM E (Wave 1 samples are included in the Super Sampler.) 005035660 • $19.99

NEW! Low Tide, High Tide & Kids Step Snacks!

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VBS 2008 Snack Rotation Recipe Cards Find all the snacks you need in one convenient place! The new format includes: • Over 50 “Low Tide” pre-purchased snack suggestions requiring little preparation • 16 “High Tide” snack suggestions requiring minimal preparation • 15 “Kids Step” snack suggestions that involve kids in the snack-making process Extras include: • Prayer suggestions • Daily review activities • “Fun Facts to Learn in Snacks” The 4” x 6” cards store easily in the Snack and Recreation Cards Storage Box, sold separately. (See page 33.) 005035606• $3.49 (pkg. of 25 cards) AMPLE ITEM

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VBS 2008 Security Wristbands Identify and keep track of preschoolers from the time they arrive until they are picked up at the end of the day! Each wristband includes space to write the classroom and name of the child and a detachable security tab for teachers to use as a means of identification when children are picked up. (pkg. of 125; Includes 25 of each color: red, blue, yellow, orange, and green.) (One pkg. of five is included in the Super Sampler.) MPL 005035567 • $11.99 (pkg. of 125) A E S

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Preschool Craft Packs

1. VBS 2008 3s-Kindergarten Craft Pack: Tropical Turtle Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Tropical Turtles. Contents include foam circles, craft sticks, green buttons, and foam sheets with die-cut pieces. You supply glue and markers. Suggested craft activity for Wave 5. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035631 • $9.99 (pkg. of 10) Only $.99 per child! 2. VBS 2008 3s-Kindergarten Craft Pack: Awesome Aquarium Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Awesome Aquariums. Contents include foam sheets, chenille stems, shells, string, fish, and foam strips. You provide markers and glue. Suggested craft activity for Wave 3. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035723 • $10.99 (pkg. of 10) Only $1.09 per child! 3. VBS 2008 3s-Kindergarten Craft Pack: Celebration Shaker Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Celebration Shakers. Contents include round paper spools, sticker sheets, and beads. You supply tape and markers. Suggested craft activity for Wave 2. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035632 • $8.99 (pkg. of 10) Only $.89 per child!

VBS 2008 Color Me Iron-on NEW! Use your favorite crayons to color these 8” x 8” logo transfers—then iron them on! Decorate T-shirts, tote bags, bandanas, or other fabric items. These simple-to-use transfers are great for crafts, kick-off activities, or any other time you need a fun, affordable Outrigger Island-themed project. Crayons not included. 005101866 • $3.99 (pkg. of 10) 23

Bible Study > Younger Children

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VBS 2008 Younger Children Bible Study Leader Pack A time-saving essential for each younger children’s Bible study class. Each pack includes: • Biblical teaching pictures for use with each day’s Bible story • Gameboard, large banner, and printed daily Bible verses in two translations (Holman CSB® and KJV) • Enhanced CD with music, sound effects, and printable teaching helps (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 Younger Children Bible Study Leader Guide.) Order one for each classroom. 005035607 • $22.99 VBS 2008 Younger Children Learner Guide On Outrigger Island, first and second graders will put on their 3-D sun-shades and soak up biblical truth each day! Six VBS 2008 Younger Children Bible Study Leader Guide learner cards filled with engaging 3-D Bible study activities, Provide your leaders with a handy resource full of a pair of 3-D glasses, and three Truth Tags come packed in a helpful how-tos and teaching plans for leading first beach woody-wagon design that transforms into a stand-up and second graders in VBS. Includes theme-related teaching photo frame. The detachable surfboard bookmark makes a fun plans for each day’s opening and closing Bible studies, souvenir. Truth Tags challenge kids to know, speak, and live informative teaching articles, and tips on how to lead kids to God’s truth daily. PL AM E Christ. (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 Younger Order one for every child. Children Leader Pack.) 005035608 • $2.59 Order one for each teacher. S

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Bible Study > Middle Children

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VBS 2008 Middle Children Bible Study Leader Guide This handy leader resource offers relevant Bible study teaching plans; articles that guide teachers on how to plan for, understand, and teach third and fourth graders; as well as tips on how to lead kids to Christ. (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 Middle Children Leader Pack.) Order one for each teacher. AMPLE 005035598 • $4.99

VBS 2008 Middle Children Learner Guide Third and fourth graders will see even more in their VBS 2008 Learner Guides! Six learner cards filled with engaging 3-D Bible study activities, a pair of 3-D glasses, and three Truth Tags come packaged in a beach woody-wagon design that doubles as a stand-up photo frame with a detachable souvenir surfboard bookmark. Truth Tags challenge kids to know, speak, and live God’s truth daily. So, grab those 3-D shades and head for the Bible Study Beach Hut! Order one for every child. MPLE 005035613 • $2.59 A S

VBS 2008 Middle Children Bible Study Leader Pack Help your 3rd and 4th grade wave riders surf through each day’s Bible lesson! This valuable pack includes: • Biblical teaching pictures for use with each day’s Bible story • Large banner and printed daily Bible verses in two translations (Holman CSB® and KJV) • 3-D art designed for use with the 3-D glasses included in each Learner Guide • Enhanced CD with music, sound effects, and printable teaching helps (Recommended for use with the VBS 2008 Middle Children Bible Study Leader Guide.) Order one Leader Pack for each classroom. MPLE 005035599 • $22.99 A

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Bible Study > Preteen

Your fifth and sixth graders are going through lots of changes. That’s why this is the perfect time to provide them with a team environment of their own as they learn how to know, speak, and live God’s truth. Each day’s VBX session has three sections:

• Excite

• Explore

• Excel

Ice-breaker and introduction to biblical content

In-depth Bible study

Application/recreation emphasis

With VBX, preteens can stay together for the entire VBS schedule—with the exception of Worship Rally, snacks, and missions—or they can follow the traditional VBS schedule.

Bible Study > Preteen

VBX: An Exciting Vacation Bible Experience for Preteens Leader Pack Every preteen Bible study leader will benefit from this pack filled with time-saving essentials: • Colorful biblical posters for each day’s focus • Daily Bible verses in two translations (Holman CSB® and KJV) • Enhanced CD containing music and craft suggestions • Exciting 3-D art for use with the 3-D glasses included in each VBX Learner Guide • Teaching plans for a traditional VBS schedule (Recommended for use with the VBX 2008 Preteen Leader Guide.) Order one for each classroom. 005035604 • $22.99

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VBX: An Exciting Vacation Bible Experience for Preteens Learner Guide Everybody pile in! This beach woody-wagon styled learner card package comes with all you need for a one-of-a-kind Bible study, and plenty of room for fun! Each set includes: • Six learner cards filled with engaging 3-D Bible study activities • One pair of 3-D glasses • Three Truth Tags • Detachable surfboard bookmark Preteens can convert the woody-wagon card into a stand-up photo frame for a fun souvenir! Order one for every preteen. 005035605 • $2.59 AMPLE R

VBX: An Exciting Vacation Bible Experience for Preteens Leader Guide Preteens have unique needs. So provide teachers with a leader resource designed to meet the needs of this special group. Each guide includes: • Articles about how to plan for, understand, and teach preteens • Theme-related teaching plans for the VBX schedule (icons designate activities for a traditional VBS schedule) (Recommended for use with the VBX 2008 Preteen Leader Pack.) Order one for each teacher. PL AM E 005035603 • $4.99 S

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Rotation Resources > Crafts VBS 2008 Crafts Rotation Leader Guide Designed for use with kids in grades 1–6, this helpful guide provides three fun craft ideas for each day—with suggestions for how to adapt them to each age group. At least one craft is directly related to the daily Bible study and reinforces Bible learning, while another “Cost Saver Craft” calls for only simple, inexpensive supplies. 005035597 • $4.99

VBS 2008 Island Foam Shapes NEW! Dive into a bucketful of fun! Each tub is filled with 100 self-stick craft foam shapes in a variety of five tropical designs. 005035778 • $9.99

More preschool craft suggestions can be found in the VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack; page 22.

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VBS 2008 Color Me Iron-on NEW! Great for all ages! Use your favorite crayons to color these 8” x 8” logo transfers—then iron them on! Decorate T-shirts, tote bags, bandanas, or other fabric items. These simpleto-use transfers are great for crafts, kick-off activities, or any other time you need a fun, affordable Outrigger Island-themed project. Crayons not included. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005101866 • $3.99 (pkg. of 10) AMPLE

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2. VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Craft Pack: Celebration Shaker Suggested craft activity for Wave 2. Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Celebration Shakers. Contents include round paper spools, sticker sheets, and beads. You supply tape and markers. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035632 • $8.99 (pkg. of 10) AMPLE Only $.89 per child!

3. VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Craft Pack: Awesome Aquarium Suggested craft activity for Wave 2. Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Awesome Aquariums. Contents include foam sheets, chenille stems, shells, string, fish, and foam strips. You provide markers and glue. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035723 • $10.99 (pkg. of 10) AMPLE Only $1.09 per child!

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1. VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Craft Pack: Tropical Turtle Suggested craft activity for Wave 5. Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Tropical Turtles. Contents include foam circles, craft sticks, green buttons, and foam sheets with die-cut pieces. You supply glue and markers. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) PL 005035631 • $9.99 (pkg. of 10) AM E Only $.99 per child!

Rotation Resources > Crafts

Children’s Craft Packs

3. VBS 2008 Craft Pack: Outrigger Pencil Pouch (Cost-saver craft suggestion for Wave 4) Kids can store pencils for their daily quiet time in their own Outrigger Pencil Pouch. Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten pouches. Contents include craft foam and vinyl lacing cord. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) PL AM E 005035666 • $9.99 Only $.99 per child!

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4. VBS 2008 Craft Pack: Surfboard Sound Machine (Cost-saver craft suggestion for Wave 2) Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Surfboard Sound Machines. Contents include craft sticks, rubber bands, tape, precut paper strips, and instructions for easy assembly. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035668 • $7.49 (pkg. of 10) AMPLE Only $.75 per child! S

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6. VBS 2008 Craft Pack: Beachcomber Eyeglasses Holders (Cost-saver craft suggestion for Wave 1) Kids can keep their sunglasses on these handy holders! Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Beachcomber Eyeglasses Holders. Contents include cord, beads, and eyeglass connectors. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035669 • $8.99 (pkg. of 10) AMPLE Only $.89 per child! S

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2. VBS 2008 Craft Pack: Gecko Bible Verse Holder (Theme-related craft suggestion for Wave 3) Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Gecko Bible Verse Holders. Contents include shaped craft sticks, chenille stems, wiggle eyes, and magnets. You provide markers and glue for decorating. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) MPLE 005035664 • $5.99 (pkg. of 10) A Only $.59 per child!

5. VBS 2008 Craft Pack: Truth Key Ring (Bible-related craft suggestion for Wave 3) Hang the Truth Key Ring from a bookbag, or give it to a friend! Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Truth Key Rings. Contents include beads that spell the word “Truth,” cord, a split-ring key ring, and additional beads. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035665 • $9.99 (pkg. of 10) AMPLE Only $.99 per child! R

1. VBS 2008 Craft Pack: Hang Ten Picture Frame (Theme-related craft suggestion for Wave 5) This way-cool craft allows kids to decorate their own mini-surfboard and insert a photo. Makes a super take-home gift. Each pack includes pre-packaged materials for creating ten Hang Ten Picture Frames. Contents include surfboard shaped balsa wood with an opening for a picture. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035667 • $5.99 (pkg. of 10) AMPLE Only $.59 per child!

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Rotation Resources > Rec & Snack

NEW! Low Tide • High Tide • Kids Step Snacks!

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VBS 2008 Snack Rotation Recipe Cards Find all the snacks you need in one convenient place! The new format includes: • Over 50 “Low Tide” pre-purchased snack suggestions requiring little preparation • 16 “High Tide” snack suggestions requiring minimal preparation • 15 “Kids Step” snack suggestions involving kids in the snack making process Extras include: • Prayer suggestions • Daily review activities • “Fun Facts to Learn in Snacks” The 4” x 6” cards store easily in the Snack and Recreation Cards Storage Box, sold separately. PL (See page 33.) AM E 005035606• $3.49 (pkg. of 25 cards) S

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VBS 2008 Sea Turtle Snack Bowls NEW! Fill these cute turtle shells with snacks, candy, or art supplies. Placed shell side up, this versatile little snack bowl also can be used to decorate your tables with a PL tropical flare! AM E 005035703 • $3.49 (pkg. of 3) S

VBS 2008 Cookie Cutters Any way you slice it, these durable plastic cookie cutters are great for baking or craft activities, and they make a neat gift for kids and teachers. Each set includes a hibiscus flower, Hawaiian shirt, and surfboard shape. 005035699 • $3.99 (pkg. of 3)

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VBS 2008 Luau Cup with Lid This durable 16 oz. cup is a must for any luau, especially when avoiding spills is important! Use them to serve refreshments, hold classroom supplies and candy, or give them away during VBS kick-off events. They also make nice teacher appreciation gifts. (One is included in the Super PL Sampler.) AM E 005035692 • $3.99 (pkg. of 5)

VBS 2008 Place Mats Spice up any VBS event with these colorful paper place mats. Flip them over and you’ll find fun Outrigger Island activities to occupy kids of all ages! They’re perfect for: • Training events • Wednesday night dinner • Snack rotation site • Kick-off events • Family night • Table protectors for preschoolers • Early arrival activities 005035776 • $3.99 (pkg. of 25)

VBS 2008 Island Tablecloths How can you protect your tables, make clean-up a snap, and decorate all at once? With the VBS 2008 Island Tablecloths. They’re ideal for all your VBS events. Made of easyto-clean plastic, each 52” x 80” cloth will cover a six-foot table. 005035705 • $5.99 (pkg. of 2)

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Rotation Resources > Rec & Snack

VBS 2008 Snack and Recreation Cards Storage Box Go ahead! Add to your collection of VBS snack and rec cards each year. This colorful, handy box provides the perfect storage solution. Each box includes a set of 12 divider cards so you can organize them any way you like. 001292000 • $4.99

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VBS 2008 Recreation Rotation Leader Cards (Grades 1–6) Put fun game ideas right in the palm of your hand! Two indoor and two outdoor games for each day of VBS are listed on individual cards. Extra cards provide teaching tips, decorating ideas, transitional activities and more. Simply distribute the cards to the leaders responsible for each game. What could be easier? Keep them organized in the VBS 2008 Snack and Recreation PL Cards Storage Box, sold separately. AM E 005035601 • $3.49 (pkg. of 25 4” x 6” cards) S

VBS 2008 Sea Urchin Ball NEW! Kids love this wiggly, squishy, squeezable Sea Urchin Ball. It’s ideal for use when games or teaching activities call for a small ball or beanbag. 005035662 • $2.19

VBS 2008 Grass Table Skirt NEW! Trim your tables, doorways and windows with this island-style raffia table skirt. Each 9’ long skirt displays a bright, floral border along the upper edge and can easily be cut for use as doorway toppers, window coverings, or to add a natural looking roof to huts. 005035781 • $12.99

Rotation Resources > Music

NEW! DVD featuring Jeff Slaughter!

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VBS 2008 Music Rotation Leader Guide with DVD Set the tone for the week with this music resource that offers tips for teaching first- through sixth-graders the VBS songs. New this year, you’ll find a helpful DVD of the song movements tucked inside the front cover! 005035600 • $6.69 AMPLE ITEM

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VBS 2008 Music Rotation & Musical CD Contains all the songs printed in the Music Rotation Leader Guide and Outrigger Island: The Musical, plus a vocal demonstration of the VBS musical drama. Each song appears in split-track format, so you can listen to as little or as much of the vocals as you wish. A music review game makes learning fun for kids. This is the only CD you’ll need for both the daily music rotation site and the Outrigger Island PL AM E musical production. 005035708 • $15.99 S

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VBS 2008 Missions Rotation Leader Guide with DVD Help kids in grades 1–6 discover more about missions and ways they can be involved. The Missions DVD includes five missions stories about island ministries around the world. Together, the guide and DVD help you make mission work real, relevant, and exciting for kids. PL 005035602 • $6.69 AM E S

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Youth VBS > Unshakeable

Unshakeable is a youth VBS experience that combines the joy of traveling with the thrill of finding indisputable truth! Unshakeable will help youth:

• Identify evidence that helps them believe there is only one true God • Affirm Jesus is God’s Son • Accept Jesus is the only Way to salvation • Confirm the Bible is God’s written Word • Respond to biblical truth • Know their actions show what they believe • Commit to act in ways that demonstrate their Christian beliefs

See page 17 for Youth VBS biblical content.

Youth VBS is perfect for: • Training teens to help with children’s VBS • Youth retreats • DiscipleNow weekends • VBS class for youth

VBS 2008 Youth Leader Guide The first part of this essential guide contains your Bible study teaching plans. In the back of the book you’ll find ideas for missions, refreshments, worship, crafts, and fun recreation activities. A CD-ROM with multimedia presentations, focal passages, clip art, and more is included, along with an eye-catching fold-out poster. Order one for every class. 005035719 • $19.99

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VBS 2008 Youth Learner Guide Help teens discover the stability they need to face a world of shifting sands. This resource includes commentary, activities, and features to guide youth every step of the way. Order one for every student. PL AM E 005035720 • $2.69 S

VBS 2008 Youth T-shirts These cool, casual cotton tees are available in adult sizes from small to triple extra-large. For more information on customizing youth t-shirts, contact Specialty Imprints at 1.800.443.8032 SM 005102247 • $9.50 MED 005102252 • $9.50 New this year: LG 005102253 • $9.50 Fashion cut & XL 005102254 • $9.50 softer cotton! 2XL 005102255 • $12.25 3XL 005102256 • $12.75

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Special Needs VBS

VBS 2008 Special Friends Edition with CD-ROM NEW! The all-new VBS 2008 Special Friends Edition offers a week’s worth of teaching plans for kids, youth, and adults with special needs. It’s four resources in one! You’ll find: • Teaching plans for older youth and adults with special needs • Teaching plans designed just for kids with special needs NEW! • Tips for including children with special needs in rotation classes with their age-group peers • An enhanced CD containing learner handouts, audio tracks, Bible pictures, Bible verses and more 005035687 • $15.99

Adult VBS

Discover the outreach potential of Adult VBS!

• Conduct two-hour Bible studies for parents during VBS • Hold a retreat just for senior adults • Lead a discipleship study once a week for five weeks • Plan an apartment community outreach event • Conduct a five-session parenting workshop

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VBS 2008 Adult Learner Guide On Outrigger Island, adults will discover the stability they need to face a world of shifting sands and wavering opinions. This inexpensive, valuable guide is an in-depth Bible study tool geared to help adults walk daily through Christian truth. Order one for every participant. 005035707 • $2.19 AMPLE R

VBS 2008 Adult Leader Pack This essential pack includes everything you need to host a unique adult outreach event. Each pack contains: • Reproducible Leader Guide with detailed teaching plans • 16 teaching pack items • Ideas for recreation, refreshments, craft projects, and daily worship • Six colorful posters • An Enhanced CD containing PowerPoint® presentations, music, articles, and a five-session parenting workshop • One VBS 2008 Adult Learner Guide • One Parent Guide: Truth Trips and Travel Tips Order one for every class. 005035731 • $24.99

Promotional Resources Promo Items

VBS 2008 Promotional Banner Promote your Outrigger Island VBS with this weather-resistant vinyl banner. It measures an impressive 35” x 87” and has metal grommets in each corner for easy hanging. Add your VBS dates and other information using a wide-tipped permanent marker. (Marker not included.) 005035615 • $37.99

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VBS 2008 Door Hangers Invite kids in surrounding neighborhoods to your VBS with these durable, customizable door hangers. Pairs of perforated door hangers are included on 81/2” x 11” sheets, so they’re easy to run through your printer. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035618 • $7.99 (pkg. of 50) AMPLE S

VBS 2008 Registration Flyer These flyers are ideal for handouts, bulletin inserts, or canvassing the community. Each features a customizable Outrigger Island announcement on one side and a ready-made registration form on the other. The registration form includes the same information needed for use with VBS Tools Online. Each flyer is perforated so that parents can return the registration form and keep the other part of the flyer as a VBS reminder. (51/2” x 81/4 “) 005035622 • $2.99 (pkg. of 50)

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VBS 2008 Invitation Postcards Make sure everyone knows about your Outrigger Island VBS! Use these eye-catching postcards in promotional mailings, as reminders, or for Sunday handouts—and get ready for waves of kids to flood your VBS! (One is included in the Super Sampler.) P 005035620 • $7.59 (pkg. of 50) AM LE S

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VBS 2008 Promotional Poster This theme-related poster features two bright, colorful horizontal images. It’s large enough to be easily read on wall displays. One side of the poster allows room for customization with your VBS dates, times, and location. (24 1/2” x 36”) P 005035621 • $1.49 AM LE S

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VBS 2008 Window Signs Customize these 11” x 17” signs with your church name, VBS dates, and location. Then post them at church and area stores for everyone to see! Five per package, PL AM E on durable, coated paper. 005035651 • $4.99 (pkg. of 5) S

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VBS 2008 Button It only takes a minute to grab it, pin it on, and start spreading the word about Outrigger Island VBS. Sold in packs of ten, these buttons not only help promote VBS, they make fun souvenirs! (Not recommended for preschoolers.) 005035701 • $2.99 (pkg. of 10)

Promotional Resources

VBS 2008 Bulletins An indispensable, affordable item for pre-VBS promotion, Family Night event schedules, planning meetings, announcements, and more. These colorful 8 1/2” x 11” sheets are printed with the Outrigger Island logo on the outside and are blank on the inside for your customized message. Folds to a standard bulletin size with the “ABCs (Admit, Believe, Confess) of Becoming a Christian” on the back. 005035616 • $2.29 (pkg. of 25)

Create your own personalized promo items!

Contact Specialty Imprints at 1.800.443.8032 for more information. Custom items include: • Banners (approximately 35” x 87”) • $240 each • Door Hangers: Personalize your own four-color VBS door hangers, or use the Outrigger Island logo and add your church name and dates. (6 3/4” x 3 1/2”) 250/$1.76 each • 500/$.96 each • Visitation Bags: Just the right size for holding VBS souvenirs. Make your own aloha-style giveaway packages! 250/$.96 each • 500/$.70 each • Postcards: Design, printing, and mailing of your customized 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” postcard for only $.96 each. Minimum order of 50. Call 1.800.464.2799 or go to www.lifewaystores.com/prospectservices to order postcards.

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VBS 2008 Inflatable Sea Turtle NEW! Help your wave riders get into the swim of things with this happy little Sea Turtle. Whether you’re decorating or looking for a tropical give-away item, this affordable inflatable fits the bill! (191/2” long x 161/2” wide) P 005035713 • $4.99 AM LE S

VBS 2008 Luau Light Set Give your VBS an island glow! Each 9’ set includes 10 lights that alternate between the Outrigger Island logo and two theme-related lights. Purchase several sets and connect them to designate special areas or use them to brighten hallways and classrooms. 005035714 • $12.99

VBS 2008 Giant Inflatable Pineapple NEW! Welcome your VBS participants with a 5 1/2’ tall giant pineapple! It’s a real symbol of “Aloha!” that will give your entrances, hallways, and Worship Rally areas lots of flavor! 005035780 • $24.99

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VBS 2008 Island Backdrop NEW! Set the stage for your tropical adventure with this 4’ x 30’ continuous beach scene. From classrooms, to doors, to hallways—the VBS 2008 Island Backdrop will unroll sky, waves, and sand anywhere you want! 005035782 • $11.99

VBS 2008 Peel-N-Place Quick Scenes NEW! Decorating is quick and easy with this selection of repositional images that easily cling to most surfaces without tape! Each 12” x 24” sheet provides a different selection of theme-related images. 005035711 • $7.99 (pkg. of 2 sheets)

VBS 2008 Island Stand-up Whether wave riders want to hang-ten or picture pose with a buddy, the VBS 2008 Island Stand-up is sure to provide fun photo opportunities. Also makes an easy instant room decoration! (3’ x 6’) 005035652 • $35.99

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Decorations Decorations VBS 2008 Grass Table Skirt NEW! Trim your tables, doorways and windows with this islandstyle raffia table skirt. Each 9’ long skirt displays a bright, floral border along the upper edge and can easily be cut for use as doorway toppers, window coverings, or to add a natural looking roof to huts. 005035781 • $12.99 VBS 2008 Island Tablecloths Protect your tables, make clean-up a snap, and decorate all at once with the VBS 2008 Island Tablecloths. They’re ideal for all your VBS events. Made of easy-to-clean plastic, each 52” x 80” cloth will cover a six-foot table. 005035705 • $5.99 (pkg. of 2)

VBS 2008 Floor Flip-Flops NEW! These flip-flops are meant for more than just a trip to the beach! When placed on your floors folks can follow the flip-flops to your VBS registration area, Worship Rally, or wherever they need to go. Safe for use on tile, wood, or carpet. Temporary adhesive makes removal after VBS easy! 005035663 • $5.99 (pkg. of 12; 4 designs)

VBS 2008 Visual Pack Decorate quickly with these colorful, oversized posters without folds. At approximately 34” x 44”, these posters provide a huge decorating punch for a great price! Directions for mounting on foam board are included. Great for classrooms, hallways, and Worship Rally! Posters include logo, Scripture, motto, and the five daily truths. 005035706 • $24.99 (pkg. of 7 various designs) 42

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VBS 2008 Luau Streamers Add a splash of tropical color anywhere you hang this 15’ long garland of streamer flags. Ten alternating flags display the Outrigger Island logo, a sea turtle imprinted with Psalm 86:11, and the VBS 2008 motto. Use them for decorating, to designate special areas, or just to set the island mood. 005035715 • $4.99

VBS 2008 Rotation Signs Use these time-saving Rotation Signs to designate each of your VBS rotation sites. A sign is included for Worship Rally, Bible Study, Music, Crafts, Missions, Snacks, and Recreation. Each sign measures 12” x 24”. 005035570 • $6.99 (pkg. of 7)

VBS 2008 Bible Study Rotation Signs This package of six “Bible Study Beach Hut” signs provides a space to write the age group of the class. With six to a pack, you’ll have all the Bible study rotation site signs you need. (12” x 24”) 005035702 • $6.99 (pkg. of 6) 44

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VBS 2008 Bulletin Board Set These time-saving decorations are not just for bulletin boards! Use them to dress up walls, doors, hallways, and more! Each set includes five 18” x 24” sheets containing colorful, themed punch-out items. Use them with the VBS 2008 Decoration Punch-Outs and the VBS 2008 Bulletin Board Borders. 005035779 • $8.99

VBS 2008 Bulletin Board Borders Each set includes 18 border strips (3” x 24” long) and one 12” strip with four bulletin corner pieces. Great for use with the VBS 2008 Decoration Punch-Outs and the VBS 2008 Bulletin Board Set. 005035710 • $3.99

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VBS 2008 Decoration Punch-Outs Decorate classroom walls, doors, and bulletin boards instantly with these fun punch-outs. Each pack contains six 8 3/4” x 24” sheets. Perfect for use with the VBS 2008 Bulletin Board Borders. MPLE 005035712 • $4.59 A S

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VBS 2008 Decorating Made Easy with Clip Art CD-ROM Pick up a copy of this handy book for oodles of decorating ideas and tips that are simple to execute! Every leader needs this book which includes: • Decorating suggestions and “how-tos” • CD-ROM packed with clip art • Color photographs showcasing room decorations and PL AM E accessories 005035610 • $9.99 S

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VBS 2008 Name Tag with Multicolored Lanyard Laminated flip-flop shaped name tags are more durable than ever and made to last all week. Each package contains: • 20 name tags • 20 lanyards • 20 3-inch ball chains By attaching the Truth Tags included in the Learner Guides to the ball chain, kids will be reminded to know, speak, and live God’s truth daily! 005035573 • $7.89 (pkg. of 20) AMPLE S

VBS 2008 Logo Stickers Kids love stickers, and these colorful logo stickers are perfect for hand outs, gift bags, envelopes, or just about anything! (10 sheets; 16 per sheet) 005035574 • $6.99 (pkg. of 160)

VBS 2008 Sticker Name Tags These colorful, self-adhesive name tags are ideal for your preschool wave riders. They also make great looking labels for arts & crafts projects. (10 sheets; 10 per 81/2” x 11” sheet) 005035694 • $6.99 (pkg. of 100) VBS 2008 Iron-on Transfer Go bananas creating your own logo shirts, bandanas, tablecloths, and more with these easy-to-use iron-on logo transfers. (Not pictured.) 005035698 • $5.99 (pkg. of 10)

VBS 2008 Learner Certificate Give kids a feeling of accomplishment for participating in VBS with these 5” x 7” frameable certificates. Space is provided for personalization. 005035696 • $2.59 (pkg. of 25)

VBS 2008 Leader Appreciation Card with Envelope Show your appreciation to VBS teachers, leaders, workers, and helpers with this special island-themed thank-you note. A short message is included on the inside, as well as room to add your own personal note. (4 1/8” x 5 1/2”) 005035697 • $2.99 (pkg. of 10)

VBS 2008 Writing Paper Give your VBS correspondence an aloha-style flare with this versatile paper. Each sheet features a themed border and Outrigger Island logo. It’s ideal for everyday use in your copy machine or printer. Plus, it’s acidfree—so it’s perfect for scrapbooking! 005035691 • $3.49 (pkg. of 50)

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VBS 2008 Sea Urchin Ball NEW! Kids love this wiggly, squishy, squeezable Sea Urchin Ball. It’s ideal for use when games or teaching activities call for a small ball or beanbag. 005035662 • $2.19

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VBS 2008 Floral Lei NEW! Greet each person coming to Outrigger Island VBS with an “Aloha” and a Floral Lei! Conveniently sold in packages of 12, these colorful silk-flower leis will give a unique feel of island hospitality to registration, family events, or the first day of Vacation PL Bible School. AM E 005035704 • $3.99 (pkg. of 12) S

VBS 2008 3-D Glasses NEW! VBS 2008 is going 3-D! While kids will receive one pair of 3-D glasses in their Learner Guides for use in class, by purchasing extra 3-D glasses, you can give each child a pair to use at home too. Plus, extra pairs of 3-D glasses are wonderful to have around for your VBS helpers and teachers. 005035661 • $2.99 (pkg. of 5)

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VBS 2008 Kid’s Island Visors NEW! Designed just for kids, each colorful visor is emblazoned with the Outrigger Island logo and Psalm 86:11 Scripture reference. The adjustable headband makes them a perfect fit for any child. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035709 • $11.99 (pkg. of 12; PL assorted colors) AM E S

VBS 2008 Logo Magnet An Outrigger Island logo-shaped magnet makes an attractive VBS souvenir for kids of any age. Add one to your collection! (3” x 2”) 005035695 • $3.99 (pkg. of 5)

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VBS 2008 Surfboard Decals NEW! Everyone in the neighborhood will want to catch the VBS wave when they see these way cool Surfboard Decals on car windows, doors, notebooks, or anywhere! Special adhesive doesn’t lose its stickiness, even if you want to move the decal. (3” x 4”) 005035617 • $3.99 (pkg. of 12; 4 different designs)

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VBS 2008 Music for Kids CD This affordable CD contains all the Outrigger Island VBS songs, and makes teaching them to kids a breeze! Distribute them before VBS to help kids learn the songs. They also make a great gift that’s sure to keep kids singing long after VBS is over. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005100604 • $11.49 (pkg. of 5) AMPLE

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VBS 2008 Surfboard Key Chain It’s a collectible item, VBS souvenir, and convenient key chain—all in one! These awesome mini-surfboards feature a colorful top surface design and a wood-look underneath. 005035777 • $1.49 AMPLE S

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VBS 2008 Notepad The flip-flop-shaped VBS 2008 Notepad is large enough to handle anyone’s to-do list...before, during, or after VBS. Give them to your VBS leaders and have some on hand for door prizes or special gifts. MPLE 005035572 • $1.49 (50 sheets) A S

VBS 2008 Pencils You can never have too many pencils—especially at your registration tables and in your classrooms. The colorful, themed art on these pencils makes them a fun prize for kids, too. 005035571 • $2.19 (pkg. of 12)

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VBS 2008 Bookmark These fun-shaped bookmarks are imprinted with the VBS 2008 motto and are perfect for marking VBS focal passages or any other Bible selections of interest. They’re also a smart choice for prizes, thank-you gifts, and visitation bag stuffers. 005035588 • $1.99 (pkg. of 25)

VBS 2008 Luau Cup with Lid This durable 16 oz. cup is a must for any luau, especially when avoiding spills is important! Use them to serve refreshments, hold classroom supplies or candy, or give them away during VBS kick-off events. They also make nice teacher appreciation gifts. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035692 • $3.99 (pkg. of 5) AMPLE

Gifts & Souvenirs VBS 2008 Sampler Backpack Leaders will put this tote to good use as they surf their way through a week of Vacation Bible School. It’s the same packaging as the VBS 2008 Sampler featuring cool surfboard art on the front and a blue hibiscus floral print on the sides. The large zipper opening makes it easy to load and unload items. Bag measures 19” x 9” x 41/2”. 005035569 • $12.99

VBS 2008 Super Sampler Backpack Your leaders will find many uses for this large surfboard tote. It’s the same packaging as the VBS 2008 Super Sampler featuring cool surfboard art on the front and a red hibiscus floral print on the sides. Loading and unloading items is a breeze thanks to the large zipper opening. Bag measures 25” x 12” x 6”. 005035693 • $19.99

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VBS 2008 Sea Turtle Snack Bowls NEW! Fill these cute turtle shells with snacks, candy, or art supplies and you have a special thank-you gift or give-away item! Flip the turtle over, and it makes a great VBS table top decoration. 005035703 • $3.49 (pkg. of 3) AMPLE S

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Now you can download your favorite LifeWay VBS songs from the past on iTunes! Just search for Jeff Slaughter.

VBS Celebration of Theme Songs CD Kids of all ages will love this collection of upbeat songs! This commemorative CD contains all the VBS and Club VBS theme songs from 1997 to 2006. It’s great for a VBS reunion or special thank-you gift. 001290235 • $9.99

Scrapbooking Fun!

VBS 2008 Scrapbooking Pack Have a VBS scrapbooking party and follow up with parents! Each pack contains: • Three 12” x 12” solid color acid-free scrapbooking sheets • Two design sheets that can be cut and used as a backing for photos or cutouts • One die-cut, punch-out page with theme art The Scrapbooking Pack is great for all—teachers, parents, and kids! 005035568 • $5.99

VBS 2008 Writing Paper Give your scrapbooking project an aloha-style flare with this versatile, acid-free paper. Each sheet features a themed border and Outrigger Island logo. It’s ideal for everyday use in your copy machine or printer. 005035691 • $3.49 (pkg. of 50 sheets)

VBS 2008 Outrigger Island T-shirts Leaders and kids alike will want to wear a vibrant Outrigger Island t-shirt to VBS. The Outrigger Island motto is displayed on the front, and the back features a cool surfboard motif with an outrigger illustration and VBS 2008 logo. Each t-shirt is made of heavy-duty, pre-shrunk cotton and are available in sizes for children and adults.

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Children’s Sizes XS (2-4) 005102224 • $9.25 SM (6-8) 05102225 • $9.25 MED (10-12) 005102226 • $9.25 LG (14-16) 005102227 • $9.25 Adult Sizes SM (34-36) MED (38-40) LG (42-44) XL (46-48) 2XL (50-52) 3XL (54-56)

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VBS 2008 Island Visor Top off your VBS attire with this colorful blue and white hibiscus print visor. Each visor features a stitched Outrigger Island logo on the front and an adjustable strap with Psalm 86:11 reference. Sized for adults. See kid’s visors on page 50. 005035700 • $9.99 VBS 2008 Leader Shirt Outfit your island guides with a fun Hawaiian Leader Shirt. The Outrigger Island Logo with the Psalm 86:11 Scripture reference is combined with a hibiscus print. Customization is available. Contact Specialty Imprints at 1.800.443.8032 for more information. Available in adult sizes. Adult Sizes XS 005102234 • $27.95 SM 005102235 • $27.95 MED 005102236 • $27.95 LG 005102237 • $27.95 XL 005102238 • $27.95 2XL 005102239 • $28.95 3XL 005102243 • $29.95

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VBS 2008 Follow-Up Postcard These 51/2” x 31/2” postcards have a big impact by keeping newly-discovered prospects active in your church. There’s room on the back of each card for personal notes, Scripture, or other messages. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) 005035619 • $7.59 (pkg. of 50) AMPLE S

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VBS 2008 Parent Guide: Truth Trips and Travel Tips Looking for a way to get parents involved in your Outrigger Island VBS? This affordable guide helps parents follow up on what their kids have learned during VBS. It’s packed with five daily devotions for families and a panoramic selection of travel tips—from safety to keeping kids entertained. Other tips include how to talk to kids about becoming a Christian. This follow-up resource is perfect for after-VBS visits or handing out during family night. 005035690 • $3.49 (pkg. of 10) AMPLE S

I’m A Christian Now

Provides leaders with everything they need to work with children who have accepted Christ. The books are designed to be used at home with minimal supervision. (Also available in Spanish.)

I’m A Christian Now Leader Resources Provides everything from teaching plans to parent letters to training classes for leaders on the important subject of children and salvation. 001209904 • $34.95 I’m A Christian Now for Younger Children (Learner) 001209906 • $5.95 I’m A Christian Now for Older Children (Learner) 001209905 • $5.95 56

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Evangelism is always an important part of Vacation Bible School. LifeWay’s ABC approach to becoming a Christian is an effective technique you can use to reach people for Christ. The “Admit, Believe, Confess” concept reinforces what kids are learning during VBS and helps them share their faith with others.

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LifeWay’s ABCs of Becoming a Christian

A—Admit

Admit to God that you are a sinner. Repent, turning away from your sin. (1 John 1:9; Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23; Acts 3:19)

Believe that Jesus Christ is God’s Son and accept God’s gift of forgiveness from sin. (John 3:16; John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 5:8; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 1:11-13)

Confess your faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. (Romans 10:9-10,13)

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VBS 2008 ABC Memory Cross This fun, interactive tool puts the “ABCs of Becoming a Christian” in the hands of boys and girls—making it easy for them to share their faith with family and friends. (One is included in the Super Sampler.) PL 005035654 • $6.99 (pkg. of 25) AM E R

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VBS 2008 New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs Back by popular demand, our VBS 2008 New Testament continues to provide Psalms and Proverbs, as well as thirty days of devotions to encourage kids to continue to know, speak, and live God’s truth. This themed Bible houses all the Bible stories and Bible verses used during Outrigger Island VBS. Portions of Exodus, Isaiah, and Jeremiah can be found in the “Selected Old Testament Passages” section. (One HCSB® is included in the Super Sampler.) PL 005035655 • $1.99 (Holman CSB®) AM E 005035689 • $1.99 (KJV) S

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VBS 2008 ABC Island Wristband Fashioned from jute cord and beads, these macrame wristbands are popular with surfers everywhere. The beads are imprinted with A-B-C (meaning Admit, Believe, Confess). The wristbands make it easy for kids to share their faith with family and friends, so be sure to give one to each of your wave riders before they paddle out from Outrigger Island! PL 005035653 • $3.99 (pkg. of 5) AM E

Spanish VBS Resources

Para obterner una descripcion en español, visite nuestro sitio de internet en www.lifeway.com/yourvbs/spanish

VBS 2008 Preschool and Children’s Leader Pack, Spanish Edition NEW! (EBV 2008 Ayudas para la enseñanza para preescolares y escolares) Each pack includes: • Biblical teaching pictures for use with each day’s Bible story • Gameboard, large banner, and printed daily Bible verses and other teaching items all in Spanish Order one for each classroom. 005107364 • $22.99

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VBS 2008 Preschool Leader Guide (EBV 2008 Manual para el líder de preescolares) Contains articles designed to help Spanish-speaking leaders plan and prepare for VBS. Each leader guide includes: • Ideas for crafts, music, recreation, missions, and snack • Bible teaching procedures for 3s through kindergartners • Tips and suggestions for babies through 2s Order one for every teacher. 005035676 • $6.59

VBS 2008 Children Leader Guide (EBV 2008 Manual para el líder de escolares) Contains articles designed to help Spanish-speaking leaders plan and prepare for VBS. Each leader guide includes: • Ideas for crafts, music, recreation, missions, and snack • Bible teaching procedures for children in grades 1–6 • Teaching suggestions for both opening and closing Bible studies Order one for each teacher. 005035675 • $6.59

VBS 2008 Preschool Learner Guide (EBV 2008 Manual para el preescolar) This beach woody-wagon is actually a set of Bible study cards filled with engaging activities for preschoolers! Each set includes a pair of 3-D glasses, six activity cards, and three Truth Tags. Convert the woody-wagon into a stand-up photo frame and detach the surfboard shaped bookmark for a fun souvenir. Order one for every child. 005035672 • $2.39

VBS 2008 Children Learner Guide (EBV 2008 Manual para el escolar) Six learner cards filled with engaging 3-D Bible study activities, a pair of 3-D glasses, and three Truth Tags come packaged in a beach woody-wagon design that doubles as a stand-up photo frame with a detachable surfboard bookmark. The Truth Tags challenge kids to know, speak, and live God’s truth daily. So, grab those 3-D shades and head for the Bible study beach hut! Order one for every child. 005035674 • $2.39

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Spanish VBS Resources VBS 2008 Preschool and Children’s Music Enhanced CD, Spanish Edition (EBV 2008 CD para preescolares y escolares, edición en Español) This CD is all you need for your preschool music activities and your daily music rotation site for Spanish-speaking children in grades 1–6. Each disc includes: • Outrigger Island theme song • Songs for preschool VBS • Songs for children’s VBS • Sound effects and dramas for use in children’s Bible study (recorded in Spanish) • Administrative articles and printable teaching aides • Song lyrics Order one for every class. 005035670 • $13.99 VBS 2008 ABC Memory Cross, Spanish Edition (EBV 2008 Cruz 1-2-3; 25 por paquete) This fun, interactive learning tool puts the 1-2-3s of becoming a Christian in the hands of boys and girls—making it easy for them to share their faith with family and friends. (Shown on opposite page.) 005035671 • $6.99 (pkg. of 25)

VBS 2008 Parent Guide: Truth Trips and Travel Tips, Spanish Edition EBV 2008 Guía Para Los Padres This affordable brochure helps parents follow up on what their kids have learned during VBS. It’s packed with five daily devotions for families and a panoramic selection of travel tips—from safety to keeping kids entertained. Other tips include how to talk to kids about becoming a Christian. This follow-up resource is perfect for after-VBS visits or handing out during family night. 005035673 • $3.49 (pkg. of 10)

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LifeWay’s VBS Web site can help you determine which of our VBS 2008 options is best for your church. Whichever theme you choose, lifeway.com/vbs is the place to download free clip art, view a clip from the Worship Rally DVD, listen to the VBS music, get tips on VBS budgeting and planning, play fun games, submit ideas, interact with others, find answers to commonly-asked questions, or place an order online. And while you’re there, be sure to sign up for the free VBS E-Mail Update. This monthly newsletter provides you with VBS tips, ideas, articles, inventory alerts, opportunities for special savings, and hot-off-the-press information about theme releases.

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2008 Preview Event

Join VBS composer Jeff Slaughter and other VBS leaders from across the country for this hands-on, two-day event that’s overflowing with information about LifeWay’s VBS 2008—including a preview of the Outrigger Island musical! Hear first-hand from the creators of LifeWay’s VBS by attending tracks designed especially for: • VBS Directors • Preschool VBS Leaders • Children’s VBS Leaders • Youth VBS Leaders • Adult VBS Leaders • Special Needs VBS Leaders • Club VBS: Cactus Canyon Leaders

Available at three locations! LifeWay Ridgecrest Conference Center Ridgecrest, North Carolina January 11–12, 2008 LifeWay Glorieta Conference Center Glorieta, New Mexico January 18–19, 2008 LifeWay Christian Resources Nashville, Tennessee Event 1: January 31–February 1, 2008 Event 2: February 1–2, 2008

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If you like LifeWay’s Vacation Bible School, you’ll want to try our Sunday morning resources: Bible Teaching for Kids, Worship KidStyle®, and our kids’ devotionals. They’ll help you connect kids with God’s Word every week!

Visit www.lifeway.com/kids for free sample lessons. The content found in LifeWay’s Bible Teaching for Kids and Worship KidStyle is designed to cover the same biblical concepts in a given week. And that’s on purpose. Studies show that kids learn best through repetition, and we agree. If you also agree, you’ll love our unique Bible Teaching for Kids and Worship KidStyle resources. Bible Teaching for Kids makes it easy for you to help children develop a strong foundation in faith. You can continue to build upon and reinforce this foundation with Worship KidStyle. Its multisensory approach brings Bible stories to life and presents the day’s Bible truth in a way kids can relate to. Wrap up your kids’ Sunday morning experience with LifeWay Kids’ devotional magazines to keep them tuned in to God’s Word all week long. Not only will they encourage daily Bible reading—they’ll help kids connect with and reflect on the Sunday School lesson during the week! Bible Teaching for Kids, Worship KidStyle and our kids’ devotionals can all be used together to reinforce the week’s lesson. And yet, all these resources are so complete—they can be used alone!

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Saddle up and hit the trail for a way-out-west Vacation Bible School adventure that’ll teach kids all about the good news in Club VBS: Catcus Canyon 2008 Catalog

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Terms to Know . . . . . . . . . . . . Bible Study Content. . . . . . . . Planning Resources. . . . . . . . Bible Study Resources. . . . . . Music & More. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessories & Apparel. . . . . .

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John 3:16. And while they’re around the campfire, they’ll learn ways they can tell family, friends, and people around the world about Jesus. Club VBS: Cactus Canyon is sure to be a howling good time for VBS, day camps, mission trips, spring and fall breaks—anytime you’ve got a group of young and eager pardners on the ranch. It’s flexible, easy to use, and works great with any size group—from small to large! Giddyup and begin blazing a trail of your own through LifeWay’s Club VBS: Cactus Canyon!

Lasso a Way-Out-West Adventure in Cactus Canyon! Scripture Verse:

“For God loved the world in this way: He gave His One and Only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 (Holman CSB®) *Club VBS is translation neutral.

Club VBS Offers:

• Two-hour schedule for five days, or one-hour schedule for ten days • Bible study, crafts, and recreation/snacks rotations • Web site tips and suggestions that are accessible for an entire year • Materials useable with any Bibly translation

Club VBS is ideal for:

• Traditional week-long summer Vacation Bible School • Spring or fall break events • Day camps • Mission trips • Mid-week programs

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Terms to Know

Terms to Know Trail Rides… Sessions 1–5 Pardners … Kids Lead Trail Guide … VBS Director Trail Guides … Teachers Worship Rally Roundup … Worship Rally Bible Study Campfire … Bible Study rotation Crafts Corral … Crafts rotation Recreation Barn … Recreation rotation Chuck Wagon Snacks … Snack rotation

Rotations

During the two-hour daily Club VBS: Cactus Canyon plan, kids will attend Worship Rally and blaze a trail to three rotation sites: • Bible Study • Crafts • Recreation and Snacks

Bible Study Content

Bible Study Content for Children Lesson Title

Scripture

Bible Story Title

Memory Verse

Life Application

Day 1

Good News!

Mark 1:1-11; Matthew 3:13-17

John the Baptist Told About Jesus

Matthew 3:17

I can know that Jesus is the Good News, the Savior.

Day 2

Good News for My Family!

John 1:35-42; Luke 5:1-11

Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus

John 1:41

I can tell my family members about Jesus.

Day 3

Good News for My Friends!

John 4:1-30,39-42

A Samaritan Woman Told Her Town About Jesus

John 4:42

I can tell my friends about Jesus.

Day 4

Good News for Me!

Luke 24:13-35

Cleopas Recognized the Risen Jesus

John 3:16

I can trust Jesus as my Savior.

Day 5

Good News for My World!

Acts 2:1-15,37-47

The Good News Was Told in Jerusalem

Acts 1:8

I can tell other people about Jesus.

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Planning Resources

NEW!

Club VBS 2008 Starter Kit

Before you hit the Cactus Canyon trail, you’ll need to order the Club VBS Starter Kit. It’s got everything you need to plan and host an amazing Club VBS: Cactus Canyon event—at a price that’s easy on your budget. This durable canvas bag is stocked with all the basic supplies you need to start blazin’ a Cactus Canyon trail of your own. The Starter Kit has a sample of the leader and learner guides for each age group and all the music you need for a rollicking good Worship Rally, too! And with an Administration Guide with CD-ROM, and samples of some Cactus Canyon accessories, such as stickers, postcards, and certificates, the Starter Kit will help you lasso an adventure that’s right for your group. In addition to the Administration Guide, Worship Rally Guide, and Bible study resources, you’ll find colorful, exciting promotional tools that will get kids and parents ready to saddle up for adventure. Just order the additional curriculum and other supplies you need separately. 005035634 • $99.99 (Bag measures 13” tall x 13” wide x 3” deep)

Planning REsources

The Club VBS 2008 Starter Kit includes: Administration/Rotation Resources • Administration Guide (includes CD-ROM, planning helps, reproducible Crafts Rotation Guide, Recreation and Snack Rotation Guide, and Babies–2s Leader Guide)

Bible Study Resources • Babies–2s Leader Guide (included in the Administration Guide) • One 3s–kindergarten Leader Guide • One 3s–kindergarten Learner Guide • One Grades 1–3 Leader Guide • One Grades 1–3 Learner Guide • One Grades 4–6 Leader Guide • One Grades 4–6 Learner Guide

Worship Rally Resources • One Worship Rally Guide • One Worship Rally DVD/Enhanced CD • One Music CD

Promotional Samples & Accessories • One sheet Name Tag Stickers (10 total) • One sheet Logo Stickers (12 total) • One Invitation Postcard • One Follow-up Postcard • One Bookmark • One Learner Certificate • One Poster • One Window Sign • One ABC Memory Cross

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Bible Study Resources

3s–Kindergarten Club VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Leader Pack Before your leaders head out on the trail, be sure you put the Club VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Leader Pack in their saddlebag! This comprehensive package includes biblical pictures, books, games, puzzles, planning and administrative helps, and a CD with music and fun sound effects. (Recommended for use with the Club VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Leader Guide) Order one for each class. 005035636 • $22.99

Club VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Leader Guide Everything your leaders need to know about leading preschoolers on a life-changing adventure is in this 32-page Leader Guide. Of course, every activity is carefully constructed with the needs and developmental characteristics of preschoolers in mind—to keep young pardners engaged and learning about Jesus while they discover ways to tell others about Him. This leader guide contains hands-on Bible learning activities and music as well as snack, recreation, and craft ideas. (Recommended for use with the Club VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Leader Pack) Order one for each teacher. 005035623 • $3.69

Club VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Learner Guide We’ve corralled a rollicking good time in the Club VBS 2008 3s–Kindergarten Learner Guide, with age-appropriate hands-on learning activities for 3s, 4s, and kindergartners. Your little pardners will learn what the Bible says about Jesus and how they can tell others about Him, as they color, count, match, and more! And when they take their learner guide cards home, moms and dads can review for even more Bible study. Available in packs of 10. Order one package for every 10 children. 005035728 • $19.99 (pkg. of 10)

Bible Study Resources

Grades 1–3 Club VBS 2008 Grades 1–3 Leader Pack Leaders will want to throw the Club VBS 2008 Grades 1–3 Leader Pack into their saddlebags before they hit the trail. Filled with leader-friendly, time-saving features, each pack includes colorful, interactive items to enhance the Bible study sessions—posters, activity cards, a missions world map, and a CD with music and sound effects. (Recommended for use with the Club VBS 2008 Grades 1–3 Leader Guide) Order one for each class. 005035649 • $22.99

Club VBS 2008 Grades 1–3 Leader Guide Everything your leaders need to know about leading kids in first through third grade on a life-changing adventure is in this handy guide. Designed specifically for kids who have completed grades 1–3, each day’s trail ride includes a Bible story, a memory verse, prayer, Bible skills, life application, and other activities to help pardners discover and share the good news of Jesus. (Recommended for use with the Club VBS 2008 Grades 1–3 Leader Pack) Order one for each teacher. 005035642 • $2.99

Club VBS 2008 Grades 1–3 Learner Guide Pardners who have completed grades 1–3 will enjoy what we’ve rounded up in the Club VBS 2008 Grades 1–3 Learner Guide—fun, interactive, and age-appropriate materials to reinforce the Club VBS: Cactus Canyon Bible study. And by the end of the session, they’ll know just how to apply what they’ve learned and how to share the good news of Jesus with others. Available in packs of 10. Order one package for every 10 children. 005035643 • $19.99 (pkg. of 10)

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Bible Study Resources

Grades 4–6 Club VBS 2008 Grades 4–6 Leader Pack Leaders will want to throw this essential resource into their saddlebags before they hit the trail. Filled with leader-friendly, time-saving features, each pack includes colorful, interactive items to enhance the Bible study sessions—posters, activity cards, a missions world map, and a CD with music and sound effects. (Recommended for use with the Club VBS 2008 Grades 4–6 Leader Guide) Order one for each class. 005035650 • $22.99

Club VBS 2008 Grades 4–6 Leader Guide Everything your leaders need to know about leading kids on a life-changing adventure is in the 16-page Club VBS 2008 Grades 4–6 Leader Guide. Designed with the needs and interests of older kids in mind, each day’s trail ride includes a Bible story, memory verse, prayer, Bible skills, life application, and other activities to help pardners discover and share the good news of Jesus. (Recommended for use with the Club VBS 2008 Grades 4–6 Leader Pack) Order one for each teacher. 005035644 • $2.99

Club VBS 2008 Grades 4–6 Learner Guide We’ve corralled plenty of hands-on learning activities to reinforce the Club VBS: Cactus Canyon Bible study. And by the end of the week, kids will know just how to apply what they’ve learned and share the good news of Jesus with others. Available in packs of 10. Order one package for every 10 children. 005035725 • $19.99 (pkg. of 10)

MUSIC & More

Club VBS 2008 Worship Rally Guide Everything you need to know to round up a rollicking good Worship Rally is inside the Club VBS 2008 Worship Rally Guide, including: • An order of worship • Printed music for the songs used during each day’s Worship Rally • Daily fun, theme-related dramas • Prayer suggestions • Offering emphases • Decorating suggestions If you prefer a more traditional VBS worship experience, the Worship Rally Guide also provides suggestions for including a processional and pledges to the flags and the Bible. (The Club VBS Worship Rally DVD/Enhanced CD is recommended for use with the Club VBS Worship Rally Guide.) 005035638 • $4.99

Club VBS 2008 Worship Rally DVD/Enhanced CD We’ve corralled lots of fun features for use during your Club VBS 2008 Worship Rally! The DVD includes five exciting drama segments to reinforce each day’s life application. In addition, two versions of the music demonstration segments for the Worship Rally songs are taught by Jeff Slaughter, the composer of the Club VBS: Cactus Canyon theme song. One version teaches leaders the music, while a second version gives you the option of having Jeff actually lead your Worship Rally! The Enhanced CD provides a PowerPoint® presentation with the Cactus Canyon logo, all song lyrics, pledges to the flags and the Bible, the Cactus Canyon motto and scripture, and the “ABCs of Becoming a Christian.” Additionally, two versions of each of the Worship Rally songs allow for as much sing-along help as your pardners need: there’s a stereo version and a split-track version, so you can fade the vocals in or out as needed. 005103344 • $29.99

Club VBS 2008 Music CD Your pardners will learn the music quickly when you use the Club VBS 2008 Music CD. The four songs used in the Worship Rally are contained in this single CD; use it during rotations, too! And it’s such a great value, you can use it for give-aways and awards—kids love taking home the VBS experience. 005035639 • $4.99

Club VBS 2008 Forms and Worship Rally Overhead Cels This useful pack contains eleven four-color overhead cels, including: • Cactus Canyon logo, motto, and Scripture • Lyrics to the Worship Rally songs • Pledges to the flags and the Bible • The ABCs of Becoming a Christian The pack also contains two additional cels with black and white clip art, and ten forms from the Administration Guide CD in hard copy format. 005035625 • $19.99

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Accessories & Apparel Club VBS 2008 Banner You’ll want to let everyone in the neighborhood know that Club VBS 2008 is on the way, and here’s how—a 23” x 87” durable vinyl banner you can display inside or outside the church. This colorful banner features the VBS logo and lines you can customize with dates, times, and location of your Club VBS: Cactus Canyon event. Metal grommets at each corner make it easy to hang, and the fun, attractive art grabs kids’ attention! 005035640 • $37.99

Club VBS 2008 Promotional Posters and Window Signs Set Calling all pardners! This colorful set of two posters and five window signs will have kids of all ages chomping at the bit to participate in your Club VBS: Cactus Canyon. 005035787 • $6.99

Club VBS 2008 Bookmarks You’ll lasso more than a few smiles when you hand out these way-cool bookmarks as prizes, thank-you gifts, and souvenirs of a memorable week of Club VBS: Cactus Canyon. Each full-color bookmark features this year’s Club VBS motto on the front and The ABCs of Becoming a Christian on the back. Bookmarks are available in packs of 25. Each bookmark measures 2” x 6½ “. 005035648 • $1.99 (pkg. of 25)

Club VBS 2008 Logo Stickers Stick ’em up! Use these colorful logo stickers on envelopes, mail-outs, handouts—and yes, even on kids! Pardners will enjoy having these colorful logo stickers to wear as they ride trails through Cactus Canyon. Each package of stickers contains 10 8 ½” x 11” sheets with 12 stickers per sheet, for a total of 120 stickers. 005035647 • $6.99 (pkg. of 10 sheets; 120 stickers)

Club VBS 2008 Bulletin Board/Decoration Set Your leaders will shout “Yippee-ki-yay” when they get their hands on this colorful set of Cactus Canyon–themed punch-out shapes. Used together, the items cover one large bulletin board, wall display, or door—or spread them throughout your classroom area. Decorating for Club VBS: Cactus Canyon is a snap with these fun, precut shapes! 005035633 • $7.99

Accessories & Apparel Club VBS 2008 Invitation and Follow-up Postcards Get the kids in your community excited about blazing trails through Cactus Canyon when you mail these colorful invitation postcards (50 per pack). Then use the fun follow-up postcards (25 per pack) to keep newly discovered prospects active in your church. Total of 75 postcards in each pack. 005035637 • $7.99

Club VBS 2008 Learner Certificates After you’ve blazed trails through Club VBS: Cactus Canyon, recognize each pardner’s participation with a 5” x 7” certificate of completion. Each certificate features a colorful Cactus Canyon illustration and a form you’ll fill out. Give out the certificates on the last day of Club VBS, during Family Night, mail to the pardners at their homes, or even deliver them in person during home visits to kids and their parents! Certificates come 25 to a pack. 005035646 • $2.59 (pkg. of 25)

Club VBS 2008 ABC Memory Cross Kids love souvenirs, and the Club VBS 2008 ABC Memory Cross is a perfect follow-up tool to reinforce the Club VBS 2008 message. This easy-to-understand card features the ABC (Admit, Believe, Confess) plan of salvation outline used in the Club VBS: Cactus Canyon curriculum. Flipped and folded to reveal the ABCs and Club VBS scripture in the shape of a cross, this interactive Memory Cross is a simple, direct one-on-one evangelism tool that youngsters can also use to tell the Good News to others. Cards come in packs of 25 and are useable with any Bible translation. 005035624 • $6.99 (pkg. of 25)

Club VBS 2008 Name Tag Stickers It’s important to keep track on all your pardners, and these colorful name tag stickers are safe to use with kids of all ages. Order several packages and use them at faculty planning meetings, for leaders and kids at Club VBS: Cactus Canyon, during Family Night, and for labeling art activities and craft supplies, too! Each package contains 10 8 ½” x 11” sheets of 10 stickers. 005035724 • $6.99 (pkg. of 10 sheets; 100 stickers)

Club VBS 2008 T-shirts Made from heavy-duty pre-shrunk cotton and available for kids and leaders of all sizes. Children’s Sizes Adult Sizes XS (2-4) 005102257 • $6.25 SM (34-36) 005102261 • $6.50 SM (6-8) 005102258 • $6.25 MED (38-40) 005102262 • $6.50 MED (10-12) 005102259 • $6.25 LG (42-44) 005102264 • $6.50 LG (14-16) 005102260 • $6.25 XL (46-48) 005102267 • $6.50 2XL (50-52) 005102269 • $7.50 3XL (54-56) 005102273 • $8.50

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