Cokesbury's VBS Catalog 2023

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Teach kids to be real-life heroes!

COKESBURY'S HERO HOTLINE VBS 2023 INVITES CHILDREN OF ALL AGES TO THE HERO HOTLINE HEADQUARTERS WHERE EVERYONE’S GIFTS ARE VALUED AND EVERY HERO HAS A ROLE TO PLAY!

In the depths of a colorful underground cave is the beating heart of the Hero Community— the Hero Hotline Headquarters—where everyone’s gifts are valued and kids (called Heroes) have important roles to play. Each day at the Hero Hotline Headquarters, superheroes of all ages and abilities answer the call and join the Professor and veteran hero Super Meer the Meerkat, to provide expert assistance and solutions to Hero Teams everywhere. When Heroes in the field call in, the Professor, Super Meer, and our team of Heroes will spring into action and explore the ultimate Hero Handbook—the Bible. All the Heroes will discover how to follow the examples set by a cast of supporting Bible Heroes in stories from the Old and New Testaments to work together to bring peace, build each other up, and share with the whole world the great story of God’s love.

As Heroes experience these stories through music, drama and storytelling, games, arts and crafts, science, and even snacks, they’ll learn that Heroes are called to Follow Jesus, Help Others, Work Together, Listen to God, and Show Grace! And, best of all, they’ll be invited to answer this call at VBS, at church, at home, and every area of their lives.

“We loved the daily Hero Hotline Tips. They connected the daily Bible lesson to real life applications for our volunteers and children.”

— Susie Faas, Children's Ministry Director, Heritage Presbyterian Church, Mason, OH

"So let’s strive for the things that bring peace and the things that build each other up."

Hero Verse

Science Snacks Recreation Notes

• Magnetic Attraction

• Sinking Soda

• Hero Quick-Change

• Heroic Catch

• Hero Headquarters

• Preschool Recreation

• Bubbling Up

• Super Straw

• Hero Helping Toss

• Don’t Wake the Baby

• Practice Makes Heroes

• Preschool Recreation

• Power Paper

• Super Bubble Blower

• Work Together Tag

• Find the Team

• Quickening Questions

• Preschool Recreation

• The Leak-Proof Bag

• Looking for the Star

• Guided by a Star

• Return Home Another Way

• Heroic Attention

• Preschool Recreation

• Flying Ping-Pong Ball

• Incredible Ice

• Bonus Experiment: Liquid Light

• Grace Tag

• Team Up!

• Build a Basket

• Preschool Recreation

• Build Your Own Fig Tree

• Super Vision Sticks

• Nathanael’s Fig Tree Fruit Bars

• Hope Heroes

• Pretzel Power Lifts

• Banana Boats

• Healthy Campfire

• Campfire Trail Mix

• Work Together Pizza

• Colossal Courage Cookies

• Veggie Treasures

• Hero Ropes

• Marvelous Mini Cakes

• Cones of Power

• Basket Snacks

So let’s strive for the things that bring peace and the things that build each other up. (Romans 14:19)

Get started now!

Hero Hotline VBS

HELP CHILDREN LEARN TO WORK TOGETHER , SHARE THEIR GIFTS AS THEY ANSWER GOD'S CALL ON THEIR LIVES, AND STRIVE TO BRING PEACE AND BUILD EACH OTHER UP!

Ready for some fun with the ultimate hero team? Cokesbury’s Hero Hotline VBS invites children of all ages to answer the call to serve God together as we are taught in Romans 14:19.

Through stories in both the Old and New Testaments, this VBS opens kids’ eyes to the countless ways God provides for Bible Hero teams who help make the mission possible through following Jesus, Helping Others, Working Together, Listening to God, and Showing Grace.

At the center of Hero Hotline is the Hero Hotline Headquarters, situated in a colorful underground cave. Here, Kids (or “Heroes”) will learn from the Professor, along with Super Meer, about the Hotline Tips (Daily Learnings).

ULTIMATE STARTER KIT

INCLUDES:

• Digital Content Download Card*

• Director Guide

• Preschool/Kindergarten Leader Guide

• Leader Guides for Crafts, Music, Science, Recreation, Assemblies, and Reflection Time

• Bible Storyteller

• Decorating Guide

• Complete Music CD

• Bible Adventure Video DVD/CD-ROM

• Music Video DVD

• Samples of Preschool/Kindergarten, Younger, & Older Student Books, plus samples of stickers, small promotional poster, Scripture Treasure Lanyard, and Iron-On Transfers

HERO HOTLINE ULTIMATE STARTER KIT * 9781791024345 $249.99

* Includes Digital Content.

*DIGITAL DOWNLOAD CARD - Gives you access to digital copies of the following: Director Guide and all other Leader Guides, Bible Storyteller, Complete Music CD (plus instrumental tracks of all 10 songs), Bible Adventure Videos, Trivia, Music Videos, Decorating and Publicity Materials.

DIGITAL STARTER KIT INCLUDES:

• Digital Content Download Card*

• Print Director Guide

• Samples of Preschool/Kindergarten, Younger Student, & Older Student Books, plus samples of stickers, small promotional poster, Scripture Treasure Lanyard, and Iron-On Transfers

HERO HOTLINE VBS DIGITAL ACCESS KIT * 9781791027544 $199.99

FREE SHIPPING on Cokesbury.com every day with minimum purchase of eligible items! Details on page 2.

LEADER RESOURCES

Director Guide (not shown), Preschool/Kindergarten Leader (not shown), Bible Storyteller, Science Leader, Music Leader, Craft Leader, Recreation Leader, Assembly Leader, Decorating Guide (not shown), Reflection Time Leader (not shown)

“Do you want to be a hero? Of course! But what makes us a hero? I can’t fly or spin a web, but I can follow GOD! When we let God’s love show, we build each other up and there is nothing we can’t do. This VBS theme helps kids know that God does not expect us to work alone, and when work together, it makes life so much better!”

— Mimi

Sanders, Director of Children's and Family Ministry, Tucker First United Methodist Church, Tucker, GA

STUDENT RESOURCES

Preschool/Kindergarten Student Book, Younger Elementary Student Book (Grades 1–2), Older Elementary Student Book (Grades 3–6), Bible Story Activity Stickers (one sheet)

PROMOTIONAL ITEMS & CRAFTS

Craft Theme Stickers, Iron-On Transfers, Attendance Stickers, Small Promotional Poster, Logo Stickers

SETTING the STAGE

More ways to decorate

See these great resources on the following pages

INTRODUCING... SUPERMEER!

SUPER MEER PUPPET!

During Assembly Time, your kids will laugh, learn, and have fun with the puppet, Super Meer! Super Meer is a plush meerkat puppet that brings expert advice for heroes working together every day at Hero Hotline! Daily appearances with the Assembly leader set the stage for each day’s session and Bible story. Super Meer can also be used during Gathering Time with the preschoolers. Scripts provided in the Assembly Leader. Nonreturnable.

9781791024956 $41.99

SCRIPTURE TREASURE LANYARD

(PKG. OF 12)

A must-have for each Hero Hotline participant, the Scripture Treasure Lanyard helps emphasize what kids learn each session during VBS! Each breakaway lanyard includes five adhesive badges, theme verse, and a soft-plastic colorful zipper pull featuring Super Meer. Each package has enough for 12 individuals.

9781791027421 $25.99 orange

DRAWSTRING BAG WITH CAPE

(PKG. OF 6)

A great addition to your VBS! The Hero Hotline Drawstring Bag is purple and has an orange cape attached. Use for carrying supplies, snacks, or personal items! These are great for in-person VBS and Take-Home VBS! 13 ½" x 14 ½". Six bags per package.

9781791027506 $19.99

FREE SHIPPING on Cokesbury.com every day with minimum purchase of eligible items!

Details on page 2.

KIDS CAPE (PKG. OF 6)

Make each child feel like a hero! The kids at your VBS will feel like a real hero when they put on the official Hero Hotline cape! Each cape has the logo on the back. Cape is 23" long. Six capes per package.

9781791027513 $29.99

ADULT CAPE

Adults can be part of the fun too! Each adult participant will feel fully immersed in the Hero Hotline VBS experience while wearing their very own hero cape! Capes are 44". Sold individually.

9781791027520 $12.99

HERO HOTLINE T-SHIRTS

Wear VBS all year long! A yearly favorite, the official Hero Hotline T-shirt will be loved by kids and leaders! The front features the awesome logo and the back features the Theme Verse!

DECORATING MURAL PACKAGE

In need of an extra “something” to make your VBS look epic? The Decorating Mural Package makes the ultimate Hero Hotline set! It’s quick and easy to assemble and provides an instant wow for your VBS stage or wherever you want to use them! It includes three murals (nine panels total) that will complete any VBS stage area! The nine 36" x 72" panels tile to27' W x 6' H. 9781791027322 $84.99

Also available:

3-PANEL DECORATING MURAL

Ideal for smaller areas, the 3-panel Decorating Mural features three 36" x 72" panels that tile to 9' W x 6' H. 9781791027308 $29.99

6-PANEL DECORATING MURAL EXTENSION

A total of six 36" x 72" panels tile to total 18' W x 6' H. 9781791027315 $59.99

CAVE WALL BACKGROUND

Use this exciting cave wall background to enhance your Hero Hotline VBS Assembly stage, create a puppet stage for Super Meer, or to transform church hallways and classrooms into cave tunnels and rooms. 30' W x 4' H. 9781791027377 $19.99

TABLECLOTH (PKG. OF 1)

The Hero Hotline tablecloth allows you to carry the VBS theme throughout all areas of your church! Use it for Registration, Snack station, Craft station, Science station, and more! This plastic table cover is 54" x 108" in size. 9781791027346 $6.99

DECORATING PACK (PKG. OF 6)

Decorate your walls and halls for VBS! The Hero Hotline Decorating Pack will help you put the finishing touches on your VBS! The pack contains two each of the following cut outs: logo, Super Meer, and a Theme Verse

9781791027360 $9.99

LOGO STRING FLAGS (PKG. OF 12)

Enhance your VBS area with fun décor! Transform any space into a place of fun and celebration! These logo string flags are eyecatching and come on a 15' string ready to hang!

9781791027353 $7.99

DECORATING MOBILES (PKG. OF 6)

A fun addition to your VBS space! Help children reinforce the Hero Hotline Key Learnings. These two-sided mobiles feature bright colors and the cool Hero Hotline design. 12" diameter.

9781791027339 $9.99

All products while supplies last.

PURPLE FOIL DECORATING CURTAIN

This foil fringe curtain is excellent for doorways, your Assembly areas, or for creating awesome photo station backdrops.

9781791027384 $7.99

SUPER MEER XL CHARACTER POSTER

Decorate your halls and walls for VBS! This extralarge “Super Meer” poster has so many possibilities! Hang it in your church to welcome everyone, or cut it out and mount it on cardboard for a fun stand-up character!

36" x 51½".

9781791027391 $19.99

VBS THEME BANNER

A great way to advertise your Hero Hotline VBS! Call attention to your VBS with this bright polyvinyl banner with four corner grommets for easy hanging. This giant banner is an easy addition to VBS décor. Measures 24" x 63". May be purchased alone, or with the lightweight yet sturdy fiberglass stand.

9781791027407 $19.99

Also available:

9781791027414 Banner & Stand Combo $35.99

9781630886301 Stand Alone $16.99

ACTIVITY CENTER SIGNS & PUBLICITY PAK (PKG.

OF 12)

A publicity and decorating tool in one product, the Activity Center Signs will direct your children and leaders to all their Hero Hotline VBS centers. Includes one sign for each Activity Center as well as other directional signs. Makes it easy to create unique signage and to ensure everyone is involved. You’ll find the Theme Verse, Key Learnings, the Hero Hotline logo, and more! 11" x 16½".

9781791027094 $14.99

OUTDOOR BANNER

Grab your community’s attention!

Let your community know that your church is having a Hero Hotline VBS with the Outdoor Banner! This colorful 5' x 3' polyvinyl weather-proof banner with the Hero Hotline logo provides lots of space for promoting your VBS dates and times. Six sturdy grommets allow for easy hanging.

9781791027100 $35.99

DECORATING AND PUBLICITY MATERIALS DOWNLOAD

Make your Hero Hotline decorating and publicity easy and fun with this jam-packed resource! Includes theme art, reproducible graphics and clip art in multiple formats, themed forms, decorating transparencies, and much more.

9781791024994 $24.99

BIBLE STORY POSTER PACK (PKG. OF 5)

Decorate your Hero Hotline VBS with fun posters! This Poster Pack contains five 22" x 34" newly designed colorful posters, one for each Bible story. An easy way to decorate your Bible Storyteller Station!

9781791024949 $16.99

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LARGE PROMOTIONAL POSTER

Share the news of your Hero Hotline VBS with your church and community by placing these posters everywhere! Everyone will be drawn to this colorful 22" x 34" poster as they learn about all the fun details! Includes logo and space for dates and details.

9781791027117 $4.99

SMALL PROMOTIONAL POSTER (PKG. OF 2)

Inexpensive enough to buy several, these small promotional posters have the Hero Hotline logo and have plenty of space to write your VBS dates and details. 17" x 22".

9781791027087 $4.99

DECORATING POSTER PAK (PKG. OF 12)

Contains twelve posters featuring the Hero Hotline Theme Verse, Key Learnings, and much more! Great for your reflection time rooms, hallways, and the Bible storytelling station. Posters measure 18" x 24".

9781791027285 $17.99

LARGE LOGO POSTER

This colorful logo poster is a great way to decorate, and will brighten any space and help create that epic Hero Hotline look! The poster's generous size (32" by 27") makes it easy to promote your VBS!

9781791027292 $9.99

All products while supplies last.

BIBLE STORY ACTIVITY STICKERS

(PKG. OF 6)

Stickers for fun and learning! Spark younger kids’ imaginations with these Bible Story Activity Stickers! Please note: Bible Story Activity Stickers are needed for the Preschool/Kindergarten Student Books, Younger Elementary Student Books, and Younger Reproducible Fun Pages.

9781791025618 $7.99

Stickers are a VBS favorite!

CRAFT THEME STICKERS (PKG. OF 12 SHEETS) Take your crafts to a new level with Hero Hotline stickers! Images include the logo, Theme Verse, Key Learnings, “Super Meer” the meercat puppet, and more!

9781791027179 $9.99

STUDENT CERTIFICATES

(PKG. OF 48)

A treasured item for each VBS student! The Student Certificate is something kids will be able to take home and share with pride. It features the Hero Hotline logo.

9781791027131 $6.99

FREE SHIPPING on Cokesbury.com every day with minimum purchase of eligible items! Details on page 2.

IRON-ON TRANSFERS

(PKG. OF 12)

An easy way to brand multiple items for VBS! It’s fun and easy to use the Hero Hotline logo on T-shirts, hats, and more. Two sheets with six iron-ons per sheet.

9781791027124 $6.99

Prices subject to change.

NAMETAG CARDS (PKG. OF 24)

Kids and Leaders get to know each other quickly with these bright and easy-to-read Nametag Cards. They fit perfectly in the Nametag Holders (sold separately below).

9781791027148 $3.99

Also available:

NAMETAG HOLDERS (PKG. OF 12)

Each package includes an assortment of colors: red, blue, and yellow. Each Nametag Holder has a breakaway cord for safety.

9781426797552 $14.99

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LOGO STICKERS (PKG. OF 24)

Use these Hero Hotline logos on crafts during VBS or wherever kids want to add a little VBS flair! Six 2 ¾" x 11" sheets with four logos per sheet; total of 24 stickers.

9781791027162 $3.99

ATTENDANCE STICKERS

(PKG. OF 120)

A great way to keep track of everyone’s attendance at Hero Hotline VBS! Contains four sheets with 30 stickers per sheet; total of 120 stickers (enough for 24 students).

9781791027155 $4.99

DOWNLOADABLE HIGH RESOLUTION LOGO

This downloadable high resolution (vector file) logo for Hero Hotline VBS is perfect for churches that want to print their own T-shirts or printed signage. The file comes downloadable after purchase in a HI-RES vector (eps) format.

9781791028060 $15.00

COSTUME KIT (PKG. OF 12)

Liven up your craft room and invite your young heroes to create a part of their own Hero Hotline costume with this easy to make Hero Mask and Wrist Cuff set.

9781791027445 $11.99

BOOTH PRAYER BOX (PKG. OF 12)

Children will create a cool, phone boothshaped prayer box that they can color and that will remind them that they are called together to serve God! The prayer box features Hero Hotline art and the Theme Verse!

9781791027483 $9.99

STRING ART CROSS (PKG. OF 12)

More than just a craft, this colorful cross will serve as a lasting reminder of the lessons of Hero Hotline and God who loves and gives all for us.

9781791027469 $12.99

MOSAIC BIBLE ART (PKG. OF 12)

Children will love creating this engaging craft using the peel and stick technique to color in this scene from our Session 2 story, Shiphrah, Puah, and Miriam: God’s Wonder Women. A lasting reminder that Heroes are called to…Help Others!

9781791027438 $16.99

HERO SIGNAL SUNCATCHER (PKG. OF 12)

Share the message of Hero Hotline VBS with a craft! Children love coloring, keeping, and displaying this lasting reminder to answer the call to serve God together.

9781791027476 $11.99

AIR CLAY WITH ACCESSORIES (PKG. OF 12)

Invite children to build or sculpt their own hero with easy to use air clay in Hero Hotline colors and felt accessories for capes or masks.

9781791027452 $19.99

All products while supplies last.

STAY-PUT STICKERS (PKG. OF 500)

A great way to decorate and customize most VBS crafts is with Hero Hotline stickers! Images include the logo, Theme Verse, crosses, and more! Stickers include Stay-Put glitter and non-glitter.

9781791027490 $16.99

LEADER RESOURCES

STUDENT RESOURCES

PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN STUDENT BOOK (PKG. OF 6)

9781791025588 $17.99

YOUNGER ELEMENTARY STUDENT BOOK (GRADES 1–2) (PKG. OF 6)

9781791025595 $17.99

OLDER ELEMENTARY STUDENT BOOK (GRADES 3-6) (PKG. OF 6)

9781791025601 $17.99

2023 STUDENT TAKE-HOME CD (PKG. OF 6) Details on the following page.

9781791025007 $25.99

Also available:

YOUNGER ELEMENTARY REPRODUCIBLE FUN PAGES DOWNLOAD (PRESCHOOL–GRADE 2)

9781791028046 $14.99

OLDER ELEMENTARY REPRODUCIBLE FUN PAGES DOWNLOAD (GRADES 3 & UP)

9781791028053 $14.99

What they're saying...

“At Heritage Presbyterian Church, our first choice for VBS curriculum is always Cokesbury. Our volunteers appreciate the lessons because they are easy to prepare, and provide several options for teaching fun and effective sessions that children enjoy.”

— Susie Faas, Children’s Ministry Director, Heritage Presbyterian Church, Mason, OH

Back By Popular Demand!

STUDENT TAKE-HOME MUSIC CD (PKG. OF 6)

An easy way to share the music of VBS! All songs were written/arranged and/or performed by Andy Wilson and Crosskid Nation! This CD includes all of your favorite songs from Hero Hotline VBS. Don't have a CD player? Each CD includes a download link for these songs.

The Hero Hotline song list includes:

1.Hero Hotline (Theme Song)

2.If U Wanna B a Hero

3.Hold Up

4.Beat Like Yours

5.Let’s Strive

6.Work Together

7.Good Life

8.Show Grace, Speak Truth

9.Your Grace

10.That’s What Makes a Hero

9781791025007 $25.99

COMPLETE MUSIC CD

The music for Hero Hotline VBS is awesome! All songs were written/ arranged specifically for this theme by Andy Wilson! Includes 10 songs as well as instrumental tracks and PowerPoint® slides with lyrics for projection.

9781791024963 $14.99

Also available:

COMPLETE MUSIC CD

MP3 DOWNLOAD

Includes all 10 songs. Instrumental Tracks and PowerPoint® slides are not included in the download version.

9781791028084 $9.99

Individual Tracks also sold separately. Visit Cokesbury.com for information.

LYRIC SHEET WITH GUITAR CHORDS DOWNLOAD

Downloadable PDF that contains the lyric sheets with guitar chords for all the Hero Hotline VBS songs.

9781791028077 $9.99

SNACK LEADER DOWNLOAD

This resource contains snack recipes, multiple snack options, blessings, and shopping lists that make snack time easy and provide tie-ins to each session. Keep in mind the FREE snack calculator located on cokesburyvbs.com.

9781791028022 $5.99

MISSION LEADER DOWNLOAD

Whether missions is a rotation stop at your VBS, or an overarching component to your entire VBS program, the Mission Leader will guide you to enable children to become more mission-minded. Included in this resource are multiple 20-minute mission project ideas; projects for before, during and after VBS; as well as "hands-on" mission ideas.

9781791028039 $4.99

BIBLE ADVENTURE VIDEO DVD-CD-ROM DOWNLOAD

A must-have for your VBS! Enhance your Opening or Closing Assembly Times at Hero Hotline VBS with the exciting Bible Adventure videos! Each session includes Bible trivia about each lesson, and the Bible Story told in a humorous and fun way that kids will love! Individual videos also sold separately. Visit Cokesbury.com for information.

The Bible Adventure Video DVD/CD-ROM includes:

1. Exciting and humorous video segments for each session that are designed to tell the Bible story in video format

2. Prerecorded puppet dialogue featuring Super Meer

3. Assembly scripts in PDF format

9781791024970 $29.99

2023 MUSIC VIDEO DVD

Enhance your Opening or Closing Assembly Times at Hero Hotline VBS with these helpful and engaging music videos! Each music video includes motions and lyrics your heroes will love moving and singing along with.

9781791024987 $29.99

Also available:

COMPLETE MUSIC VIDEO DVD DOWNLOAD

9781791028305 $25.99

Individual DVD tracks also sold separately. Visit Cokesbury.com for information.

byMusicAndy Wilson!

GET READY TO HAVE SOME FUN & LEARNING AT CHRISTMAS! With Advent Studies & Storybooks Kids Will Love

THE HEART THAT GREW THREE SIZES: Finding Faith in the Story of the Grinch

Matt Rawle

In this Advent study, Matt Rawle explores the faith themes in the Christmas classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Children’s Leader Guide contains session ideas for younger and older children including games, activities, crafts, and reproducible handouts. Abingdon Press.

9781791017453

Children’s Leader Guide $18.99; $13.99

THE REDEMPTION OF SCROOGE

Matt Rawle

The Youth Study Book interprets Scrooge, his struggles, and his redemption in a way that youth can relate to and understand, using humor, down-to-earth discussion, and examples from contemporary culture. For young people grades 6-12. Includes leader helps with discussion questions. Abingdon Press.

9781501823169 Youth Study Book $12.99; $7.99

A meaningful gift for Christmas or Easter!

LESS THAN $2 PER CHILD!

THE MOST IMPORTANT PRAYER OF ALL: Stella Learns the Lord's Prayer

Adam Hamilton; Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell, illustrations

Based on conversations Adam Hamilton had with his own granddaughter, this book helps children ages 3-12 learn the Lord’s Prayer and understand its meaning. Abingdon Press.

9781791021399 Package of 10 $24.99

ON THE WAY TO BETHLEHEM: A Child's Activity Book

Daphna Flegal; Margaret Lindmark, illustrations

Children will learn about the amazing story of Jesus’ birth, plus some of the customs of Bible times. Includes a maze and an Advent calendar with stickers. Abingdon Press.

9781791006891 Package of 10 $19.99

Don't have a large number of kids or volunteers?

ROOM VBS is perfect for you!

Hero Hotline One Room VBS is perfect for churches who want to off er VBS but don't have a large number of kids or volunteers. It can be done with as few as two leaders in just one room with ages 5-12. Each of the 5 sessions include a Bible Story, Science, an Active Learning Option, Recreation, Crafts, and Music. One Room VBS curriculum is easy for churches to customize!

Food Truck Party: On a Roll with God

BIBLE STORYDAILY SPECIALMUSICCRAFTS

God Provides Manna and Quail

(Exodus 16)

God Is Great!

• Food Truck Party

• Manna in the Morning

Elijah, the Widow, and the Endless Oil

(1 Kings 17:8-16)

God Is Good!

• Forever and Ever, Amen

• Love that Makes the World Go ‘Round

Daniel and Friends Eating the Good Stuff

(Daniel 1)

Let Us Thank God for Our Food!

• Good Stuff

• My Provider

Jesus Feeds the 5,000 Plus

(John 6:1-13)

Jesus Cooks the Catch of the Day

(John 21:1-17)

By God’s Hands We All Are Fed!

• Five-Two-One Eat!

• You’ve Got a Seat

Give Us, Lord, Our Daily Bread!

• So Great, So Good

• Feed My Sheep

• Apron

• Chef’s Hat

• Weave a Manna Gathering Basket

• Shape a Quail

• Picture Frame

• Food Truck Bank Box

• Blessings Jar

• Make a Bread Plate

• Sew a Cupcake

Pillow

• King’s Napkin Rings

• Veggie Basket

• Footprint Carrot

Rubbing

• Foil Art

• Color by Sticker

• By God’s Hands

• Lunch Bag Blessings

• Placemats

• Daily Bread Word Art

• Shape Stamp Bookmarks or Cards

MAIN COURSE (Theme Verse):

SCIENCE RERECREATION SNACKS MISSION

• Harvest Help

• Make Rain

• Food Truck Round-Up

• Mix It, Mash It, Melt It

• Name that Utensil

• Worms in the Manna

• Rice Cereal Ice Cream Treats

• Graham Crackers and Honey

• “God Is Great!” Plate

• Manna Bags

• Flour + Oil = Bread?

• Evaporate and Condensate

• Egg Spin

• Tongue and Nose

• Bottle Battle

• Helping Handoff

• Don’t Take the Last

• Thirsty Scurry

• Thank God

• Fruit or Veggie

• What Does Yeast Need?

• Give a Lift

• Short-order Cook

• Pass the Cups

• Food Service Pursuit

• The Widow’s Bread

• Veggie Pizza

• The Widow’s Bread and Oil

• Veggie Critters

• Fruit Tacos

• Fruit Skewers

• “I See God’s Goodness in You” Glasses

• A Little Goes a Long Way Penny Project

• Thank You’s for Food Providers

• Good Stuff

Give-Aways

• Fish Sticks on a Roll

• Hamburger Cookies

• Fish and Bread Snack Mix

• God’s Hands for God’s Hands

• Feeding the Many Lunch Assembly

• Fish for Ice

• What’s in Sand?

• Dough Roll

• Daily Catch

• An Egg-cellent Relay

• Fishing on the Sea Popcorn Mix

• Yogurt and Fruit Cups

• Banana Wraps

• Daily Bread Bookmark

• Feed My Sheep Mini Canned Food Drive

“Give us this day our daily bread.”

—Matthew 6:11, NRSV

Food Truck Party

Food Truck Party VBS invites children of all ages to get on a roll with God and“Cook Up Some Fun!” while at the same time reminding them that everything we have comes from God. By turning to God in prayer, all of our daily needs are met.

At the center of Food Truck Party is a special food truck called “On a Roll.” Here, kids (or Chefs) will learn from the food truck’s Top Chef, along with DJ Cupcake (an adorable cupcake puppet), about the Daily Specials (Daily Learnings), which are lines from the well-loved prayer that teaches us to turn to God to meet our needs. Help children build on the practice of using daily prayer to turn to God for their needs! They will learn to serve as the hands of God, ensuring that the needs of others are met.

The Ultimate Starter Kit includes a Bible Adventure Video DVD, Complete Music CD, Leader Guides, Student Books, and more. 9781791018368

LEADER RESOURCES

Director Guide / Bible Storyteller / Preschool/Kindergarten Leader / Craft Leader / Music Leader / Science Leader / Assembly Leader / Recreation Leader / Decorating Guide / Reflection Time Leader

STUDENT RESOURCES

Preschool/Kindergarten Student Book / Younger Elementary Student Book (Grades 1–2) / Older Elementary Student Book (Grades 3–6) / Bible Story Activity Stickers (one sheet)

PROMOTIONAL ITEMS & CRAFTS

Small Promotional Poster / Iron-On Transfer / Attendance Sticker / Logo Stickers / Craft Theme Stickers

“We had several children that had never seen a food truck, but they quickly came to understand the concept and understand how easy it can be to help feed others when the kitchen is on wheels! A great example of finding a way to serve those in need.”

— Mimi Sanders, Director of Children’s and Family Ministry, Tucker First United Methodist Church, Tucker, GA

See all these great resources on the following pages

Sandwich board poster files are on the Decorating and Publicity CD-ROM!

SETTING the STAGE

SCRIPTURE TREASURES LANYARD

(PKG. OF 12)

The Food Truck Party Scripture

Treasures Lanyard helps emphasize what kids learn each session during VBS. Each breakaway lanyard includes five food truck adhesive badges that have the Key Learning on the front. The Lanyards have the theme verse printed on them and has a soft-plastic colorful zipper pull featuring the puppet, DJ Cupcake. 9781791019532 $24.99

DJ CUPCAKE!

During Food Truck Party VBS Assembly Time, your kids will laugh, learn, and have fun with the puppet, DJ Cupcake! DJ Cupcake is a plush cupcake puppet that has the awesome ability to create a party every day at VBS as the official DJ! Daily appearances with the Assembly leader set the stage for each day’s Session and Bible story. DJ Cupcake can also be used during Gathering Time with the preschoolers. Scripts provided in the Assembly Leader. Non-returnable.

9781791018498 $41.99

"Give us this day our daily bread."

—Matthew 6:11, NRSV

KID'S APRON

(PKG. OF 12)

The kids will feel like real chefs when they put on the official Food Truck Party apron! Each apron has the logo on the front and plenty of space for them to color and create and make it their own! 15" x 20".

9781791023393 $17.99

ADULT APRON WITH LOGO

Aprons can be decorated and colored as desired. Adult aprons are 35" x 26". 9781791019600 $8.99

CHEF'S HAT

(PKG. OF 12)

Bon appétit! Kids will whip up heaps of fun as they color and decorate their very own Food Truck Party chef’s hat! The hats can be used at all the stations during VBS and will be a favorite item to be used at home long after VBS! Hats will fit most head sizes by adjusting the sticker tab on the inside of the hat.

9781791023409 $8.99

DECORATING MURAL

The Food Truck Party Decorating Mural is quick and easy to assemble and provides an instant WOW for your VBS stage or wherever you want to use it! With three tiles that hang side by side, it’s the ideal backdrop for Assembly Time, music areas, recreation areas, and so much more. You’ll be ready in minutes! Three 36" x 72" panels tile to 108" x 72" (or 9' W x 6' H). Want to extend the murals even further? Add the extension murals, below, and your stage will look and feel like the ultimate Food Truck Party!

9781791018719 $34.99

DECORATING MURAL EXTENSION

Designed to sit alongside the Food Truck Party Decorating Mural, the extension is a total of 6 panels that create a look of a fun adventure!

Six 36" x 72" panels tile to 216" x 72" (or 18' W x 6' H).

9781791018726 $64.99

DECORATING MURAL PACKAGE

Expand your stage to create the ultimate Food Truck Party! The Mural Package includes all three unique murals (nine panels total) that will complete any VBS stage area! The nine panels tile to 324" x 72" (or 27' W x 6' H).

9781791018733 $84.99

LOGO STRING FLAGS

Transform any space into a place of fun and adventure! These string flags are eye-catching and come on a 15' string ready to hang! The Food Truck Party logo is on each flag.

9781791019310 $5.99

DECORATING PACKS

(PKG. OF 6)

A quick way to decorate your walls, halls, or doors, each Decorating Pack contains two of the following items: Food Truck Party logo, DJ Cupcake Puppet, and a Menu Board with the Theme Verse.

9781791019334 $9.99

DECORATING MOBILES

(PKG. OF 6)

Reinforce the Key Learnings as kids walk around Food Truck Party VBS! Two-sided, brightly colored mobiles feature bright colors and the cool Food Truck Party design. Each mobile is 12" x 8 ¾".

9781791018740 $9.99

BIBLE STORY ACTIVITY STICKERS

(PKG. OF 6 SHEETS)

Spark younger kids’ imaginations with these Bible Story Activity Stickers! Please note: Bible Story Activity Stickers are needed for the Preschool/Kindergarten Student Books, Younger Elementary Student Books, and Younger Reproducible Fun Pages. Six sheets per package; one sheet per student.

9781791018610 $7.99

CRAFT THEME STICKERS

(PKG. OF 12 SHEETS)

Take your crafts to a new level with Food Truck Party stickers! Images include the logo, Theme Verse, Key Learnings, DJ Cupcake (puppet), and more! Twelve sheets per package; one sheet per student.

9781791019426 $9.99

ATTENDANCE STICKERS

(PKG. OF 120 TOTAL)

A great way to keep track of everyone’s attendance at Food Truck Party VBS! One package has enough stickers for 24 students (one per session). Four sheets per package, 30 stickers per sheets; each sheet serves 6 students.

9781791019402 $4.99

STAY-PUT STICKERS

(PKG. OF 500 TOTAL)

Stickers are a great way to decorate and customize most VBS crafts! Stickers include the logo, Theme Verse, crosses, Stay-Put glitter and non-glitter, and more.

9781791019594 $14.99

LOGO STICKERS

(PKG. OF 24 TOTAL)

Use these Food Truck Party logos on crafts during VBS or wherever kids want to add a little VBS flair! Six 2 ¾" x 11" sheets with 4 logo stickers each; serves 24 students.

9781791019419 $3.99

NAMETAG HOLDER WITH BREAKAWAY CLOSURE

(PKG. OF 12)

Perfect for VBS and at your children’s events all year! Each package includes an assortment of colors: red, blue, and yellow. Each Nametag Holder has a breakaway cord for safety.

9781426797552 $14.99

NAMETAG CARDS

(PKG. OF 24)

Kids and Leaders get to know each other quickly with these bright and easy-to-read Nametag Cards that fit perfectly in the Nametag Holders (sold separately).

9781791019396 $3.99

VBS THEME BANNER

Call attention to your VBS with this giant, bright, polyvinyl banner with four corner grommets for easy hanging—an easy addition to VBS décor. May be purchased alone, or with the lightweight yet sturdy fiberglass stand. Banner measures 24" x 63".

Banner 9781791019358 $19.99

Stand 9781630886301 $16.99

Banner & Stand Combo

9781791019365 $35.99

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DECORATING POSTER PACK

(PKG. OF 12)

Contains 12 posters featuring the Food Truck Party Theme Verse, Key Learnings, and much more! These posters are great for your reflection time rooms, hallways, and the Bible storytelling station. Posters measure 18" x 24".

9781791018696 $17.99

DJ CUPCAKE POSTER

This extra-large poster has so many possibilities! Hang it in your church to welcome everyone, or cut it out and mount it on cardboard for a fun stand-up character! 34 ½" x 41¾".

9781791019341 $19.99

SMALL PROMOTIONAL POSTERS

(PKG. OF 2)

Inexpensive posters include the Food Truck Party logo, Theme Verse, and plenty of space to write VBS dates and details. 17" x 22".

9781791018658 $4.99

LARGE LOGO POSTER

This colorful logo poster is a great way to decorate. It will brighten any space and help create that epic Food Truck Party look! The poster’s generous 32" x 27" size makes it easy to promote your VBS!

9781791018702 $9.99

ACTIVITY CENTER SIGNS & PUBLICITY PACK

A publicity and decorating tool in one. Activity Center Signs direct children and leaders to all Food Truck Party VBS centers. (One sign for each activity center plus other directional signs.) The Publicity Pack makes it easy to create unique signage. Includes the Theme Verse, Key Learnings, the logo, and more! 11" x 16 ½".

9781791018665 $14.99

BIBLE STORY POSTER PACK (PKG. OF 5)

Contains five 22" x 34" newly designed, colorful posters, one for each Bible story. An easy way to decorate your Food Truck Party Bible Storyteller Station!

9781791018481 $16.99

LARGE PROMOTIONAL POSTER

Share the news of your Food Truck Party VBS with your church and community by placing these posters everywhere! Colorful 22" x 34" poster includes logo and space for dates and details.

9781791018689 $4.99

—Matthew 6:11, NRSV

"Give us this day our daily bread."

OUTDOOR BANNER

Let your community know that your church is having a Food Truck Party VBS with the Outdoor Banner! This colorful 5' x 3' polyvinyl weatherproof banner with the Food Truck Party logo provides lots of space for promoting your VBS dates and times. Six sturdy grommets allow for easy hanging.

9781791018672 $35.99

IRON-ON TRANSFERS

(PKG. OF 12)

It’s fun and easy to use the Food Truck Party logo on T-shirts, hats, and more. Two sheets with six Food Truck Party iron-ons per sheet. 3 ½" x 3 ½".

9781791019372 $6.99

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STUDENT CERTIFICATES

(PKG. OF 48)

The Student Certificate is something kids will be able to take home and share with pride. It features the Food Truck Party logo and the Theme Verse.

9781791019389 $6.99

SEW YOUR OWN DJ CUPCAKE

FELT PILLOW

(PKG. OF 12)

Children will create an adorable pillow with this craft project. Using a safe, dull plastic needle, they’ll sew a pillow in the shape of the puppet, DJ Cupcake! 11" x 6 ¾".

9781791019549 $14.99

FOIL ART CROSS

(PKG. OF 12)

Your kids will love this craft where they create a stunning cross using foil sheets! Just peel away a section at a time and lay the desired foil color on the adhesive. The color stays! Includes 12 adhesive boards (6" x 9 ½") and 84 3 ½" square foil sheets in yellow, light blue, red, orange, purple, gold, and silver. Wood stylus included.

9781791019556 $12.99

"Give us this day our daily bread."

—Matthew 6:11, NRSV

FOOD TRUCK BANK BOXES (PKG.

OF 12)

To remind them that they can be a part of serving as God’s hands, children will create a cool, food truck-shaped bank that they can color. The bank features Food Truck Party art and the Theme Verse.

9781791019570 $6.99

DAILY BREAD WORD ART (PKG.

OF 12)

Children will create a fun keepsake canvas that reminds them of the Food Truck Party Theme Verse! Each 7" x 5" white paperboard canvas comes with 11 fullcolor rub-on transfers. Small craft sticks used for transferring also included. 9781791019587 $8.99

COLOR BY STICKER

(PKG. OF 12 KITS)

Children will have fun using stickers to color in a fun picture of bread on a table as a reminder of the Food Truck Party VBS Theme Verse! 12" x 9" paperboard with sticker sheet. 9781791019563 $7.99

ACTIVITY PLACEMATS

(PKG. OF 12)

Featuring fun puzzles, coloring, and activities that help children remember what they’ve learned throughout VBS, these Food Truck Party Activity Placemats can be used in the Craft station, Snack station, or wherever kids gather.

9781791023386 $6.99

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TAKE-OUT TOTE BAGS

(PKG. OF 6)

Grab a Food Truck Party Take-out Tote Bag for carrying supplies, snacks, or personal items! These are great for in-person VBS and Take-Home VBS! Six 13 ½" x 14 ½" bags per package, two each of green, yellow, and pink. 9781791019617 $11.99

"Give us this day our daily bread."

—Matthew 6:11, NRSV

PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN STUDENT BOOK

9781791018559 (PKG. OF 6) $17.99

What they're saying...

“Our children loved Food Truck Party. Breaking down the familiar childhood blessing into Daily Specials and connecting it with Bible stories that are simple for children to really grasp was a brilliant way to share with them that God always provides what we need.”

— Susanne Warren, VBS Director, Asbury United Methodist Church, Birmingham, AL

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9781791018566 (PKG. OF 6) $17.99

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OLDER ELEMENTARY STUDENT BOOK (Grades 3–6)

9781791018573 (PKG. OF 6) $17.99

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9781791018597 $14.99

OLDER ELEMENTARY REPRODUCIBLE FUN PAGES DOWNLOAD (Grades 3 & up)

9781791018603 $14.99

STUDENT MUSIC DOWNLOAD CARD

Sharing VBS music is easy! All songs were written/ arranged and/or performed by Andy Wilson and Crosskid Nation. Use the code-activated card to download and listen to all 10 Food Truck Party songs on your listening device. Order one card per child.

9781791018542 $4.99 each

COMPLETE MUSIC CD

The music for Food Truck Party VBS is awesome! All songs were written/arranged and/or performed by Andy Wilson and Crosskid Nation. Also included are instrumental tracks and PowerPoint® slides with lyrics for projection.

9781791018504 $14.99

MUSIC VIDEO DVD

Music is such an important part of VBS and so are the music videos! Long after VBS is over, your kids will want to watch these fun and worshipful videos that include Food Truck Party songs. Each video demonstrates motions designed for quick learning and to engage your children.

9781791018528 $29.99

DECORATING & PUBLICITY CD-ROM

Make decorating and publicity easy and fun with this CD-ROM! Includes theme art, reproducible graphics and clip art in multiple formats, customizable forms, decorating transparencies, and much more.

9781791018535 $24.99

BIBLE ADVENTURE VIDEO DVD/CD-ROM

Enhance your Opening or Closing Assembly Times at Food Truck Party VBS with the exciting Bible Adventure videos! Each session includes Bible Trivia about each lesson, and the Bible Story told in a humorous and fun way with simple costumes and props that kids will love! The Bible Adventure Video DVD/CD-ROM also includes prerecorded puppet dialogue featuring DJ Cupcake, and assembly scripts in PDF format. 9781791018511 $29.99

The official Food Truck Party T-shirt will be loved by both kids and leaders! The front features the official logo and the back has the Theme Verse.

"Give us this day our daily bread."

—Matthew 6:11, NRSV

With Cokesbury’s Hero Hotline VBS children of all ages are invited to answer the call to serve God together as part of a Bible Hero team that includes the Professor and Super Meer the meerkat. From within the Hero Hotline Headquarters, situated in a colorful underground cave, their eyes will be opened to the countless ways God provides and helps make their mission possible through following Jesus, helping others, working together, listening to God, and showing grace. Find more inside!

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