Waves of Wonder | Shine Curriculum VBS 2024

Let waves of wonder wash over you as you get out into God’s creation this summer at VBS! Be inspired by the beauty and majesty of what God has made. At Waves of Wonder VBS, children will explore scriptures in which God provides water for plants and animals. They will visit the wilderness and miraculously receive water from a rock. They will take a boat ride with Jesus and weather a wavy storm, and even imagine a new heaven and a new earth where all are invited to receive life-giving water. Through worship and drama, Bible study, art and science explorations, and active games, children will deepen their understanding of the importance of water and be invited to join God in caring for this precious natural resource. The Waves of Wonder VBS boxed set from the Shine curriculum comes with everything you need to implement an engaging, Bible-based VBS program, no matter your location, size, or budget.

Relationship Building: As children arrive at VBS each day, small group leaders guide children in activities designed to build community and create a feeling of belonging.

Gathered Worship: Children of all ages gather to sing, pray, and watch a dramatic presentation of the Bible story.

Spiritual Practices: Spiritual practices are included each day, including music, Bible memorization, and different ways of praying.

Centrality of the Bible Story: The Bible story is shared and explored in multiple ways each day—through drama, scripture memorization, hands-on activities, music, full-body movement, writing, art, and reflection.

Wondering Questions: Children are invited to reflect on the Bible stories using open-ended wondering questions. These questions show a respect for children’s interpretations and their ideas.

Discovery-Based Learning: Activities in the three response stations promote creative, discovery-based learning.

Child-Centered Approach: Activities are child-centered and attend to individual learning styles. The curriculum materials anticipate the diversity of needs that children have.

Invitation to Respond: Children are challenged to take action that demonstrates care for others and for the world.

• Bible Translation: NIV (NIV)
• Biblical, Simple, & Economical VBS
• Decorating is simple & not an assumed cost for this VBS.
• Daily Dramas included in the Worship & Drama Guide.
• Separate Early Childhood curriculum with its own leader guide and student book.
• Rotations Include: Bible Study, Art and Science, Games, Worship & Drama.
  Age-appropriate student books for Early Childhood (Pre-K) and Elementary Ages (K-5)
• Includes USB drive with songs, lead sheets, PowerPoint slides for song lyrics and Bible memory, teaching aids, logos, letter to families, etc.