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2013 Holy Land Adventure VBS

C A T A L O G

Experience the

Explore Bible-Times

Bible in Living,

Culture Firsthand

Breathing Color…Escape to Athens with Paul!Imagine…

Leaving a life of privilege and power to face: © Angry mobs © Painful imprisonment © Chain-breaking earthquakes All to spread the life-changing truth of God’s love.

This really happened! And at your Athens VBS, kids and adults discover the jaw-dropping story…straight from the Apostle Paul himself. How cool is that?

…Just Imagine!

Immersed in the exhilarating sights, sounds, and smells of an ancient Greek world, everybody at Athens encounters God’s Word in living, breathing color! Your VBS participants:

© Enter an interactive Bible-times metropolis they’ll experience with all their senses.

© Meet the Apostle Paul…hear about the adventures of his second missionary journey…and witness firsthand his courage and faith in Jesus.

© Learn how to boldly share their own Christian faith in our “anything goes” culture today.

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Explore Bible-Times

Culture Firsthand

It’s our prayer that your Athens VBS will allow God’s Word to come to life like never before…touching lives…changing hearts…and drawing kids and adults closer to Christ. We’ll be praying for you as you join Paul on his dangerous journey to share the truth in Athens!

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We’re Praying for YOU!

Athenians during Paul’s time loved to debate the latest ideas. It’s no wonder Paul caught their attention! They called him a “babbler,” an insult suggesting he was someone who collected bits and pieces of other people’s ideas and presented them as his own.

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The Apostle Paul Is Your Teacher…Mentor…Friend.

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The Apostle Paul Is Your Teacher…Mentor…Friend.

Join Paul’s dangerous journey to share the truth!

Too often, the Bible feels like an old history book. After all, those things happened a long time ago! Kids (and adults) might sometimes forget that

Paul was a real person

who faced danger, ridicule, beatings, and even jail as he traveled to spread the good news of Jesus.

In Athens, kids and adults get to meet Paul and learn about his adventures during his second missionary journey.

With all the hardships he faced, Paul might have wanted a break! But surrounded by statues to fake gods in Athens, he did as he always did: He shared Jesus. As participants hear Paul boldly stand up for his faith, they’ll joyfully explore how they can do the same in their own lives.

In the “anything

goes” culture of

ancient Athens, Paul

will inspire your kids

to share meaningfully

about God’s truth

and love today.

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In ancient Athens, two main

schools of philosophy were

popular. Epicureans believed

that the chief goal of man should

be pleasure and happiness.

Stoics emphasized man’s rational

abilities and believed in living in

harmony with nature.

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CONTENTS

Introduction to Athens VBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

How Athens Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Athens in Action! (Your “At-a-Glance” Daily Chart) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11

Your Athens VBS Starter Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13

Student Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17

Oikos Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-22

God Sightings® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Marketplace Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-29

Missions (Operation Kid-to-Kid™) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31

Music & Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33

Decorating & Publicity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-39

VBS Wearables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-41

Other Fun Stuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Tools & Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-43

Shepherd’s Watch Background Checks™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-47

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How Athens Works1. Opening

Celebration

2. OikosTime

4. OikosTime

5. ClosingCelebration

3. VisitingAthens

STARTHERE

MarketplaceShops

Paul’sAdventures

ArenaGames

1. Opening Celebration Everyone starts the day with a fun time of energetic singing and worship.

2. Oikos Time—Part 1 After Celebration, kids head off to small groups—an “Oikos” for every child! They gather on home-base blankets, where they get ready to step back in time. Participants deck themselves out in Banduras (kid-pleasing Oikos identifiers), check their “travel itinerary” (the daily schedule), and prepare to share God’s love throughout ancient Athens. Kids and adults also get to share God Sightings—a genuine highlight at VBS! (See more on page 24.)

3. Visiting Athens Next, children venture off to the activity centers in Athens! They’ll meet the Apostle Paul—and hear firsthand about his missionary adventures. They’ll have a blast playing low-tech, high-energy, Bible-themed games at the Arena. And they’ll explore the exciting shops in the Athens Marketplace, where they can make a Geo-Mazing craft, design a Demi-Discus, munch on “octopus tentacles,” and much more.

4. Oikos Time—Part 2 After visiting Athens, kids return to their Oikos home base. Fun, engaging activities from the Oikos Teaching Kit help everyone connect experiences “in Athens” to modern-day life.

5. Closing Celebration Finally, everyone comes together for joyful celebration and meaningful worship to end the fun-filled day.


Athenians were music lovers, incorporating it into theater, ceremonies, religious and civic festivals, sporting events, and even schools. Athenian children were taught music as part of their general education. Most learned to play the lyre, a stringed instrument played with a plectrum (in modern language, a “pick”).

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See the sights of your Athens VBS—all at a

glance right here! Refer to this chart for an overview

of how each center’s activities work together to make God’s Word and

Bible history come alive at your church.

At this Holy Land Adventure VBS, you’ll

reinforce Bible truth in a big way because the daily

Bible Point is carefully integrated into each

activity at every learning center—every day.

Y1 Y2Bible Point:

God loves us all.Key Verse:

“The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his

creation.” (Psalm 145:9)Bible Story:

Paul begins his second missionary journey. (Acts 15:36–16:5)

Bible Point:God loves us and takes care of us.

Key Verse:“Give all your worries and cares to

God, for he cares about you.” (1 Peter 5:7)Bible Story:

Paul and Silas are put in prison. (Acts 16:16-40)

Use a Confetti Cannon to

explore how God showers them

with compassion.

Toss away worries with a Trouble Tosser as they

experience what it’s like to give their troubles

to God.

Meet Paul and Dionysius, and receive a piece

of candy as they learn that God loves everyone.

Learn about Paul’s time in prison, wear

handcuffs, and discover that

God takes care of them.

Warm up for the Olympics—exercise “brain

muscles,” stretch arms and legs,

and learn about Athens athletics.

Run, race, and relay in all kinds

of Olympic events.

Choose a few shops to visit each day:

Marketplace Shops

POTTERY STUDIO

FOOD MARKETGEOMETRY SCHOOL

ANIMAL COURTYARD

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Y3 Y4 Y5Bible Point:

God loves us when others don’t.Key Verse:

“The Lord is for me, so I will have no fear. What can mere people

do to me?” (Psalm 118:6)Bible Story:

An angry mob searches for Paul and Silas. (Acts 17:1-9)

Bible Point:God loves us and sent his Son, Jesus.

Key Verse:“For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not

perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)Bible Story:

Paul preaches about Jesus. (Acts 17:16-34)

Bible Point:God loves us and wants us

to share his love.Key Verse:

“Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” (John 13:34)

Bible Story:Paul continues his journey. (Acts 18:1-5)

Experiment with Mad Magnets that show how God sticks with

them when others push them away.

Make marks on a Not-So-Perfect Pal,

then watch them get wiped away…just like Jesus’ death wiped

away their sins!

Watch Expando Powder undergo

an amazing transformation,

exploring how lives are changed when they share God’s love.

Run to a darkened room,

hide from an angry mob, and learn that God

loves them when others don’t.

Write sins on colorful Paper Handprints,

and place the hands on a cross as they

remember that God sent his Son, Jesus, to take the punishment for

their sins.

Practice sharing God’s love, review

their time with Paul, and receive an encouraging

farewell letter.

Test their skill with a discus, javelin, and

hoop.

Hop and jump in exciting

Olympic events.

Gallop like horses, and take on a

chariot challenge.

MUSIC SHOPOLYMPIC SHOP TOY-MAKING SHOP

SCRIBE SHOPLAW COURT OPERATION KID-TO-KID

TENT


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Your Athens VBS Starter Kit(Yeah, you can call it “Success in a Box” if you like.)

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Your Athens VBS Starter Kit DIRECTOR RESOURCES© Ultimate Director Go-To Guide®

© Ultimate Director Go-To Recruiting & Training DVD

© Decorating Places: Athens DVD© Athens Clip Art & Resources CD © VBS P.R.O.®

© Publicity Poster (in binder pocket)© Publicity Samples (in binder pocket)© Sample Devotional: “Bringing It Home:

Family Faith-Builders”© Sample Operation Kid-to-Kid Bible Book

MARKETPLACE SHOPS SAMPLE PACK© Greek Lyre Kit© Trojan Horse Treasure Box© Jury Ballot© Geo-Mazing Shapes© Demi-Discus Kit

VOLUNTEER RESOURCES© 4 Leader Manuals:

Celebration Leader Manual Paul’s Adventures Drama Leader Manual Shopkeeper Manual Arena Games Leader Manual

© Sample Oikos Teaching Kit © Celebration Music Leader Version

2-CD Set© Celebration Music DVD© Daily Dramas booklet © Sample Gold Laurel Wreath

STUDENT RESOURCES SAMPLE PACK© Postcards From Paul Student Book© One Full Set of Bible Memory

Makers™ (5 total)© Follow-Up Foto Frame™

© Bandura© Sticker Sheet© Iron-on Transfer© Sample Drachma Coins (3)© Coin Pouch

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Bible Memory Makers®

Because God’s Word still changes kids’ lives.

Every day in Athens, each VBS participant receives an encouraging Bible Memory Maker—a tangible reminder of what it means to follow Jesus. Designed to resemble sections of marble columns, these special keepsakes are printed with each day's key Bible verse from your Athens VBS.

During the closing Oikos Time each day, leaders will hand each person a Bible Memory Maker in a unique, child-affirming way. No one will want to miss out on these poignant moments! Be sure you have at least one full set of Bible Memory Makers for each person at your VBS.

Order 1 complete

set of Bible Memory

Makers for every

participant at your

Athens VBS. Build your own column!

These fun “souvenir” pieces can be slipped into the Coin Pouch or Trojan Horse

Treasure Box for safekeeping.

back

STUDENT RESOURCES

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Postcards From Paul (Student Book)

Exclusively at your Athens VBS: Postcards From Paul! This innovative “student book” helps kids keep learning about God, exploring the Bible, and growing in their faith—anytime, anywhere. Fun daily take-home cards contain notes from Paul to his VBS friends, interesting information about Paul’s missionary adventures, plus a reminder to watch for God every day.

At home, families will use Paul’s postcards as easy conversation starters to talk about faith and life. This simple, family-tested student book makes Bible conversations part of everyday life. Order one for each child at your Athens VBS!

Letter From Paul (Student Take-Home)

On the last day of your VBS, Paul gives his friends this encouraging personal farewell note—rolled and sealed like a scroll—to treasure forever. You’ll want one letter for each Athens participant. Ages 3+

STUDENT RESOURCES

Exciting Essentials for Student Growth

Kids—and adults!—loved the parchment

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Bringing It Home: Family Faith Builders (Family Devotional)

As families participate in your Athens VBS, they’ll pray, play, laugh, and grow in faith…together. And they’ll ask you for ways to help them continue growing in faith at home. That’s where “Bringing It Home: Family Faith Builders” comes in. This ultra-easy-to-use booklet is especially designed with today’s busy families in mind:

Simple…meaningful…and memorable for all ages!

These 10 devotions can be done after dinner, before bedtime, or whenever a family is together. The booklets come in a 10-pack, so it’s affordable and easy for you to support the faith-growth of families in your community!

STUDENT RESOURCES

Fresh Faith for Families

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Paper HandprintsThese eye-catching, colorful Paper Handprints facilitate one of the most meaningful moments at your VBS! Guided by the Apostle Paul, Athens participants use them to confess sins and then—literally—paste them to the cross. At field test, this was an amazing emotional experience for all involved. Order enough for everyone at Athens to experience this moving ceremony.

DrachmasCollectible replica coins from ancient Greece are the local currency of your Athens Marketplace! With a 3-drachma-per-day allowance, each VBS participant uses these cool coins to budget daily adventures in Athens. Ages 3+

Coin PouchesThese 3¼ in. x 5 in. cloth bags are perfect for kids to use when carrying their drachmas or Bible Memory Makers. Every child at Athens will want one! Made of sturdy 100% cotton (including drawstring). Ages 3+

STUDENT RESOURCES

Name Badges/Name Badge HoldersAthens-themed name badges (2½ in. x 6 in.) make VBS check-in super easy—and fun. They also fit perfectly in the colorful name badge holders (4½ in. x 6 in.) that come in assorted colors. Must-haves for your VBS. Ages 3+

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Oikoi for Joy!Oikos small groups are happy “homes” for everyone.

What’s an Oikos? It’s the Greek term for “household” or “family.” At Athens VBS, an Oikos is also a small group of up to 10 people, led by an Oikos Leader and an Assistant Oikos Leader. It’s a brand new VBS “household”—a safe, learning environment where kids can make friends and grow in Christ together.

These multi-age small groups travel together each day, worshiping, learning about Athenian culture, exploring the Marketplace, visiting Paul in his tent-making house, and digging into Scripture. What a warm, wonderful way to make everyone at VBS feel welcome!

We’ve named each Oikos after one of the early churches Paul visited on his missionary journeys.

ANTIOCH

BEREA

COLOSSAE

CORINTH

EPHESUS

GALATIA

ICONIUM

LYSTRA

PHILIPPI

ROME

TH

ESSALONICA

TROAS

An oikos (pronounced “OY-koss”) was a Greek

household, including immediate family members as well as slaves. The plural is oikoi and is pronounced

“OY-koy.”

OIKOS RESOURCES

Make Lasting Bible Connections

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OIKOS RESOURCES

Make Lasting Bible ConnectionsOikos Teaching Kit

Instantly equip your small group leaders with the Oikos Teaching Kit! This ready-to-use resource delivers the Oikos Leader Manual and a pack of eye-popping, kid-friendly items your leaders will love using to teach. They’ll quickly and easily guide Oikos members through meaningful object lessons, life application discussions, and unique experiences that make Scripture stick.

Each Oikos Teaching Kit contains small group materials for two leaders and up to 10 children (all ages)! It includes:

© Oikos Leader Manual

© Confetti Cannon

© Trouble Tosser

© Mad Magnets

© Not-So-Perfect Pal

© Expando Powder

Order an Oikos Teaching Kit

for every small group at your Athens VBS.

Oikos Leaders said that kids

were “wowed” by items like the Confetti Cannon and Expando Powder and that the activities really helped kids connect with the Scripture. Make sure all your Oikos Leaders are well equipped with an Oikos Teaching Kit.

Make Bible Learning…

Explode Surprise

Excite

StickGrow!

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You can have as many Oikoi as you like—from 1 to 100! If you need more than 12 small groups, just create duplicates by adding a number to the Oikos name (for example, Antioch #1 and Antioch #2).

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It’s a Bandura Bonanza

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Oikos small-group identifiers are just too cool for school!

Children and adults love VBS Banduras! These splashy, stretchy fashion statements let participants proudly display their Oikos colors and affiliations. Plus, Oikos Leaders can tell at a glance where their Oikos members are (or if there are still a few “stragglers” left in the Marketplace). It’s a great way to keep everyone safe.

Kids can wear Oikos Banduras like headbands or armbands, on ponytails, or even around their waists. (Well, little ones can!) Inspired by kid-friendly fashions, these VBS team-builders are 100% polyester and approximately 9½ in. x 9½ in.

It’s a Bandura BonanzaOIKOS RESOURCES

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Easy OrganizationOikos Name Posters (Set of 12)

Color-coordinated with kids’ Oikos Banduras, these 17 in. x 22 in. posters proudly announce where small groups belong. Use the posters to help direct traffic and to encourage Oikos connections at your Athens VBS. Each poster includes an Oikos logo and interesting information about the ancient city.

Oikos Tote BagsWhat’s a Marketplace without a cool bag to carry stuff in? Use these Athens-themed totes to help kids (and leaders) keep their belongings all in one place.

OIKOS RESOURCES

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Some toys that ancient Greek children played with were similar to modern ones—including hoops, rattles, balls, yo-yos, and wheeled horses pulled by a string. Children also inflated pigs’ bladders and shaped them over fire, producing objects resembling footballs. In fact, several games reminiscent of football and rugby were played by ancient Greeks.

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God Sightings®

See evidence of God every day—at Athens!

God hasn’t retired. He’s busy as he’s ever been—always at work in the lives of your kids. But until they see that with their own eyes, it’s tough to have a vibrant faith.

That’s why, at Athens, you’ll encourage kids and adults to look for God Sightings—everyday clues that God is present, passionate, and powerful.

Participants (even preschoolers!) will discover they can see God in things like nature…friends…Scripture…circumstances. And their faith will grow as they actually see God at work because, at last, they’re looking.

God Sightings Marble MuralIn ancient Athens, the Parthenon boasted an enormous frieze that celebrated the goddess Athena with art. Your VBS will use the God Sightings Marble Mural to create the background for a similar frieze—one that celebrates the One True God instead! This 10 in. x 25 ft. decoration will quickly set the scene for all the God Sightings at your VBS. Made of paper, it’s easy to hang up—and ready for instant use.

God Sightings Frieze FiguresUse these artistic frieze figures to fill your God Sightings Marble Mural with stories and drawings of God’s goodness. Made of high-quality paper stock and designed exclusively for your Athens VBS, these pre-cut tiles are perfect for proud display. Each package contains enough tiles for 10 Oikoi.

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In ancient Greece, lekanides were

small, shallow bowls used by

women for storing jewelry. These

pots, often painted with pictures

of young men and women, were

traditionally given as wedding

gifts. A similar small pot used for

storing jewelry or cosmetics

was called a pyxis.

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The Athens Marketplace!There’s always something amazing to make or taste or see here.

In the Athens Marketplace, kids and adults are transported back in time to become apprentices at a variety of Greek shops. They’ll craft a Greek musical instrument…construct a Trojan horse…munch on delicious Athenian snacks…decorate a discus…and more. Everyone will love making such high-quality, unique projects.

Plus—Each Shopkeeper in the Marketplace will play a role of someone who has a different viewpoint of Paul’s story. These characters will encourage participants to think about, and verbalize, what they know about God.

Athens Marketplace is

flexible. You decide how

many, or how few, shops to

include at your VBS—and

whether to set up your

Marketplace indoors or

outside. No matter the size,

Athens fits your church.

Every day is a new adventure!

TOY-MAKING SHOP

It’s a Trojan Horse. Of course.

GEOMETRY SCHOOL

Shapes are fun when math is done.

LAW COURT

John 3:16 adorns this bling.

ANIMAL COURTYARD

Come commend an animal friend!

MUSIC SHOP

Play your lyre like it’s on fire!

FOOD MARKET

Finger-lickin’… but that’s not

chicken!

POTTERY STUDIO

Painted art, straight from the heart.

SCRIBE SHOP

Good times roll…with a scroll!

OLYMPIC SHOP

Discus delight, it flies just right!

OPERATION KID-TO-KID

Share God’s Word–it’s time they heard!

Marketplace Crafts Are for All Ages—Preschool to Adult

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MARKETPLACE CRAFTS

Marketplace Crafts Are for All Ages—Preschool to Adult

Greek Lyre KitLet’s raise the praise! Psalm 150 exhorts us to “praise him with stringed instruments”—and that’s what kids do with this creative craft. Participants make a miniature Greek Lyre that actually plays music—so, you know, your VBS rocks! Each kit includes five body pieces plus seven rubber-band “strings.”

Trojan Horse Treasure BoxIt’s a kid-sized prize! Modeled after a Greek myth told to children, this Trojan Horse unleashes artistic expression as kids personalize it with colorful, creative decorations. Bible Memory Makers, drachma coins, or VBS mementos can fit inside. Made of 100% environmentally-friendly recycled materials. Box measures 4½ in. x 2½ in. x 1 in. Ages 3+

Adhesive GemsBling that thing! Add flair and personality to Athens crafts with these colorful adhesive gems— a perfect add-on for the Trojan Horse Treasure Box (Toy-Making Shop), Demi-Discus (Olympic Shop), and other fun projects. Keep these on hand everywhere! Adhesive gems come in sheets of 50.

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MARKETPLACE CRAFTS

Marketplace Crafts Make Kids Smile!

Geo-Mazing ShapesSchool is cool when Geo-Mazing Shapes are the rule! Using geometric principles from ancient Greece, participants transform a flat sheet of paper into surprising three-dimensional shapes—and use them to play a new game that’s…well…Geo-Mazing! Each 8½ in. x 11 in. sheet makes three unique shapes. Ages 3+

Demi-Discus KitWatch it fly high in the sky! This foam miniature Olympic discus will have kids laughing and playing for days. More fun: Participants get to decorate their personal Demi-Discuses with squishy shapes and colorful designs! Each Demi-Discus measures 5 in. diameter x ½ in. thick. Squishy stickers included.

GEOMETRY SCHOOL

OLYMPIC SHOP

An observer at our field test noticed how engaged kids were with Shopkeepers

who really got into their roles. It makes such a difference—and gives kids a chance to practice sharing their faith. So encourage your Shopkeepers to ham it up!

Marketplace Crafts Create Bible Conversations

Jury BallotJuror style kids wear for miles! At trials in ancient Greece, a hollow-peg jury ballot signified “not guilty.” Your kids will make a necklace (you supply beads and cord) of a replica Jury Ballot—decorating it with John 3:16—and have a wearable reminder that through Christ we are declared innocent in God’s eyes! No assembly required.

LAW COURT

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978-0-7644-8927-3 | $14.99/pkg of 10 In Canada $17.49

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MARKETPLACE CRAFTS

Marketplace Crafts Make Kids Smile! Marketplace Crafts Create Bible Conversations

Non-Tear Scroll PaperUnroll the scroll! This sturdy, tear-resistant scroll paper is ideal for kids to use when writing or drawing at your Athens Scribe Shop. Unrolls to a full 72 inches—and is easy to resize into 12 child-friendly scrolls.

Bamboo StylusesWoohoo, it’s bamboo! Invite VBS participants to practice their Greek letters the old fashioned way—with a bamboo stylus dipped in ink. You provide the ink and adult supervision; here are the pens! Bamboo Styluses come in sets of four.

Sealing Wax StamperHark—that leaves a mark! Use this sturdy stamper to apply your Athenian insignia on wax seals for scrolls in the Scribe Shop. Set of 2 metal stampers per package.

Sealing WaxNeed a seal? No big deal! This sealing wax melts where you want it, when you want it. Use it to seal scrolls at your Athens Scribe Shop. 4 sealing wax candles in a package. Adult supervision required.

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978-0-7644-9128-3 | $12.99/pkg of 2 In Canada $14.99

978-0-7644-9127-6 | $9.99/pkg of 4 In Canada $11.49


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Let Kids Know They’re Loved

Join Us!In November 2013, LifeTree Adventures and Biblica are taking a group to India to personally deliver the “God’s Love for You” Bible books! We’d love to have you join us in reaching out to India’s children. If you’re up for an adventure and want to experience Operation Kid-to-Kid firsthand, visit lifetreeadventures.com for more details.

Operation Kid-to-Kid™ Mission ProjectWe’ve partnered with Biblica and churches like yours with the goal of placing heart-changing Scripture in the hands of India’s children. All it takes is love, prayer…and the specially designed “God’s Love for You” Scripture piece. Together we can let the children of India know that they are loved…that they matter…that God has a purpose for them.

How It WorksBefore VBSOrder a “God’s Love for You” Bible book for every child at your VBS. “God’s Love for You” is a kid-friendly Scripture piece, written in Hindi, and used as an effective and easy way to share the message of God’s matchless love for us.

During VBSIn the Marketplace, Oikoi visit the Operation Kid-to-Kid Tent to learn about Operation Kid-to-Kid and get their pictures taken. When participants return, they’ll glue their photo to the inside back cover of the “God’s Love for You” Bible book. Then kids can decorate the photo page, sharing pictures and messages that will shine God’s love to a needy child across the globe.

After VBSWe know you love surprising kids and giving good gifts. That’s why every “God’s Love for You” Bible book also comes with a mini-version…in English! You’ll get to give each child his or her own reminder of God’s love, and a reminder to continue praying for hurting children in India.

After you’ve gathered all the Bible books, place them in a sturdy box and mail to Biblica, who will distribute them throughout India. A teacher or volunteer will sit with each recipient, guiding the child in discovering God’s eternal love for us!

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Send God’s Word to India

Operation Kid-to-Kid Poster PackMake missions meaningful with these posters that tell about real people in India. 22 in. x 34 in.

Operation Kid-to-Kid “God’s Love for You” Bible Books

Get set for missions with this kid-friendly Scripture piece specially designed by Biblica. Each pack includes a set of 20 books, 10 in Hindi and 10 in English—that’s enough for 10 kids!

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978-0-7644-8938-9 | $9.99/set of 20 (supplies 10 kids) In Canada $11.49

“God’s Love For You” Bible Books, English version only978-1-4707-0094-2 | $6.49/pkg. of 10 (supplies 10 kids) In Canada $7.49


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God Loves Kids’ Worship!

MUSIC & MEDIA

Starter Kit

This icon means that the item is included in your Athens

Starter Kit—but you can order as many extras as you want!

Celebration Music CD10 faith-building melodies lift everyone higher! Includes the exclusive Athens theme song, “Yes, It’s True,” and popular worship songs like “Untitled Hymn (Come to Jesus),” “It Was for Freedom,” and “Happy Day.” Bonus! Use the mood-setting “Athens Marketplace Soundtrack” for background everywhere at your VBS. Order extra CDs so families in your church can enjoy the music all year long.

Celebration Music Leader Version 2-CD Set

Disc 1 of this set provides all 10 Athens worship songs with vocals, instrumental-only accompaniment tracks for all 10 songs, plus the awesome “Athens Marketplace Soundtrack” song. On Disc 2, you get ready-to-display PowerPoint slide shows with lyrics to all 10 songs.

Celebration Music DVDHere’s the easiest way to lead your Athens Celebration time each day! Follow along as kids on the DVD show the motions for all the great Celebration songs. Onscreen lyrics included.

You can buy your favorite VBS tunes from past years right now on iTunes! Just search for “Groupmusic”

on iTunes—and enjoy.

Why Can’t I Copy the Music?

We’re continually encouraged by churches to provide the best in recognizable, high-quality worship music for our VBS. Many of these songs are owned by the original artists or other publishers, and we are required to pay them a royalty each time we distribute their songs. Group doesn’t have the authority to grant anyone permission to copy these works. But the result is music that kids will be eager to listen to for years to come!

Starter Kit

Starter Kit

978-0-7644-8519-0 | 100+ copies $4.99 In Canada $5.79

50-99 copies $5.99 In Canada $6.79

1-49 copies $6.99 In Canada $7.99

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978-0-7644-8522-0 | $14.99 In Canada $16.99

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Athens Ultimate Director Go-To Recruiting & Training DVD

See for yourself how much fun Bible learning can be—and feel confident that your staff is well prepared. In this DVD you’ll get a sneak peek into a real Athens VBS in action—and find valuable tips, hints, and training from workers at our field test. Includes:

© high-quality recruiting commercials that’ll inspire volunteers to join your team.

© a 1-minute overview video—perfect for publicizing your Athens VBS.

© staff training filled with practical tips and fun ideas to build confidence and competence in your volunteers.

Athens Clip Art & Resources CD This amazing resource provides you with fun clip art images, program resources, great publicity helps, and even customizable parent newsletters. It’s the power of design professionals placed at your fingertips—all packed into one CD!

Athens Celebration Sheet Music (Download)

Did you know? You can purchase and download a package of piano accompaniment sheet music for all 10 Athens VBS songs. Available for a VBS-director–friendly price at group.com/athens-downloads.

Athens Celebration Vocal Lead Sheets with Chords (Download)

For your worship band! You can purchase and download all 10 Celebration music vocal lead sheets with lyrics and chord charts—for one low price. Visit group.com/athens-downloads.

MUSIC & MEDIA

Starter Kit

Starter Kit

One leader commented

that the music was so easy for the kids to learn and filled with so much truth. It wasn’t hokey or cheesy, and the kids left humming the songs as they were leaving every day! Loved it!

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Building Athens Is Awesome!

Add foam cutouts to your coastline using Bruce’s simple patterns.

The Athens Coastline Wall Hanging sets the scene in a snap!

Bruce Barry delivers professional, hassle-free tips for your Athens set.

Bruce Barry is the leader in creating themed environments for children. He’s done wonders at international family amusement parks, churches, and even past Group VBS programs. Now he’ll show you how to make your Athens VBS look fantastic—without breaking your children’s ministry budget. Check out Bruce’s expert advice in the Decorating Places: Athens DVD.

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Starter Kit

978-0-7644-8469-8 | $14.99 In Canada $17.49

Building Athens Is Awesome!

Freestanding foam columns let everyone know they’re in Greece.

Easy-to-find accent lights make your Athens set look like a professional designed it!

Borrow greenery from around the church to add life and color to your set.

Cut out the logo from the Giant Decorating Posters set; then mount it on cardboard or foam core.


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Dazzling Decorations & Kid-Pleasing Publicity

DECORATING & PUBLICITY

Marketplace Shops Poster Pack (Set of 12)

Make each shop pop with these eye-catching 17 in. x 11 in. posters that enhance the setting and connect with that shop’s project.

Giant Decorating Posters (Set of 6)

Professionally created and designed for powerful visual presentation, these Giant Decorating Posters make an immediate impact. Set includes: 1) Athens Logo 2) Turtle, Cat, and Dolphin 3) Owl and Donkey 4) Boat and Seacoast 5) Greek Columns 6) Village

It takes only seconds to decorate your VBS rooms with these impressive, 36 in. x 60 in. Athens-themed posters—use them everywhere!

Publicity PosterReady to spread the word about your awesome Athens VBS? Display these attention-grabbing 17 in. x 22 in. promotional posters in your church and around your community. Invite everyone to join the fun!

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Athens Coastline Wall HangingIt’s a snap to transform any wall into a stunning Mediterranean seaport with this high-quality fabric backdrop. 10 reinforced “buttonholes” at the top make it even easier to hang. Unrolled, this wall hanging measures a whopping 8 ft. x 20 ft.—big enough to cover just about anything!

Giant Outdoor BannerThis attractive outdoor banner is guaranteed to get attention for your Athens VBS. Made of all-weather vinyl and reinforced with sturdy grommets, the 8 ft. x 4 ft. event sign is ready to work 24/7 in your church’s neighborhood. Includes four 5 ft. rope tie-downs.

Stone Wall CorobuffUse it to instantly create a building façade, a watering well, a stone pathway to Paul’s tent-making house, and more! 4 ft. x 25 ft. sheet

Marble CorobuffWho needs a hammer to build a set? Not you! With this Corobuff wall in a marble pattern, you can recreate Athens-style architecture quickly and easily. Unroll a few 4 ft. x 25 ft. sheets and use them to decorate hallways and classrooms, create a mini-Parthenon, add marble columns in the Marketplace, and more!

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Great Savings at GroupOutlet.com!DECORATING & PUBLICITY

Jointed Greek Column DecorationTurn any room into the Parthenon with this easy-to-hang Greek column! This statuesque cardboard decorating piece is 6 ft. tall and is printed on both sides!

MossThis moss is no-mess! Use it as a decorating accent for your Athens set, added to water displays, marble and stone walls, and around your Marketplace shops. Moss grows everywhere, so feel free to spread it all over! Comes in 4 ft. lengths.

Electric CampfireAdd a unique touch of atmosphere to your Athens VBS experience with this safe, no-flame-required Electric Campfire. This colorful motion prop works all over your Athens set and also fits well in Paul’s tent-making house.

Glue Dots (½-in. and 3/16-in.)Glue Dots fit the spot! In your Athens Marketplace, you’ll want to keep these kid-friendly adhesives nearby at the Toy-Making Shop, Geometry School, and Paul’s tent-making house. Glue Dots come in two convenient sizes.

Flicker LightsLong-lasting battery-powered Flicker Lights imitate the wavering flame of real candles—but in a child-safe, nonflammable way. Use these in Paul’s house, and spread them around as illumination accents in your Celebration area and Marketplace shops.

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034689-54486-9 | $12.97 In Canada $14.99

978-0-7644-9130-6 | $12.97 In Canada $14.99

646847-12473-0 | $20.99 In Canada $24.99

½-in. dots (Regular)634524-08165-0 | $5.49/pkg of 200 In Canada $6.493/16-in. dots (Mini)634524-32794-9 | $5.49/pkg of 300 In Canada $6.49

978-0-7644-9131-3 | $19.99/pkg. of 24 In Canada $22.99

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Crafter’s Hot KnifeThis knife is an essential tool for no-strife Styrofoam sculpting. Use it to create unique elements of your awe-inspiring Athens set. Blade is 6 in. x ¾ in. x 1/8 in. Total knife length is 12 in. For adult use only. Use with extreme care.

Hot Knife With ¾-in. Curved BladeThis knife’s ¾ in. curved blade is perfect for cutting designer shapes in foam decorations. For adult use only. Use with extreme care. For additional variety in cutting results, straight blade, square blade, and V-groove blade attachments are sold separately.

Straight Blade for Hot KnifeFor use with the Hot Knife With Curved Blade (sold separately). Includes one 4½ in. straight blade only.

V-Groove Blade for Hot KnifeFor use with the Hot Knife With Curved Blade (sold separately). Includes one ¾ in. V-groove blade only.

Square Blade for Hot KnifeFor use with the Hot Knife With Curved Blade (sold separately). Includes one ¾ in. square blade only.

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Hot Knives Make Cool Designs for Your Athens Set

Use hot knives for easy, unique theme decorations, props, and crafts at your Athens set. Check out your Decorating Places DVD (page 34) to see how!

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646847-16568-9 | $59.99 In Canada $68.99

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VBS WEARABLES

Athens Looks Good on YOU!Athens Theme T-Shirt

Everyone’s decked out in style in this VBS top! Kids and adults will love to wear it—and share about it. Made of 100% preshrunk cotton, it’ll spark fantastic faith conversations long after Athens is over. Available in child and adult sizes.

Gold Laurel Wreath A golden crown for your children’s ministry champions! This Gold Laurel Wreath adds a perfect Greek touch to any Athens leader costume. One size fits most adults.

Tunic (2 Sizes)Outfit your volunteers in this multipurpose, everyday Bible-times tunic. Modeled after real clothes worn in antiquity, this pullover garment is made in a comfortable cotton/polyester blend. Intended to be worn over regular clothes, this white tunic is available in both Regular and Plus sizes. (Add your own colorful sash.)

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Child Small (6-8) 978-0-7644-8505-3 | $4.19 In Canada $5.29

Child Medium (10-12) 978-0-7644-8506-0 | $4.19 In Canada $5.29

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Adult Small (34-36) 978-0-7644-8501-5 | $6.29 In Canada $7.99

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Adult 2XL (50-52) 978-0-7644-8499-5 | $10.19 In Canada $12.49

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VBS WEARABLES

Bible-Times Costume PatternsWant to tailor-make your own Athens costumes? The patterns in the Bible-Times Costume Pattern Pack give you what you need. Includes three easy-to-follow designs.

Athens Iron-On Transfer Use these colorful, easy-to-apply iron-on transfers to add VBS smile-generators to T-shirts, tote bags, backpacks, and other cloth accessories for leaders and kids.

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Follow-Up Foto Frames®

A Follow-Up Foto Frame is an outreach tool and a surprise gift, all in one! Snap a souvenir picture of each participant at your Athens VBS, then mail or deliver the photo in this special keepsake frame. There’s room to add your church’s name and an invitation for recipients to return for other programs and events at your church. Holds one 4 in. x 6 in. photo.

Add your church info here

Sticker SheetsSpruce up your registration forms, mailings, and more with these cool VBS-themed sticker sheets! Great for postcards, envelopes, Marketplace crafts, and as fun, inexpensive gifts for kids. Ages 3+

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TOOLS & TRAINING

Online Organizational Tools To Make Your Job Easier Hands-On Training Comes to You!

The FREE tool to Promote, Register, and Organize your VBS!

Creates a better VBS experience for families, volunteers, and you!

Better for FamiliesYour custom VBS website through VBS P.R.O. makes it easy for families to learn about your VBS event, and the online registration lets them sign up 24/7—no phone required!

Better for VolunteersVolunteers can review open positions and sign up online. VBS P.R.O. also gives you an easy check-in and tracking system so your registration volunteers can do their job without all the headaches!

Better for YouVBS P.R.O. takes care of the details so you don’t have to. Recruit volunteers, track participant lists and attendance, calculate supply needs, and MUCH MORE, all in one easy online platform!

Want even more? Upgrade to VBS P.R.O. Plus®

only $29.99!

Free with

Starter Kit

Purchase

“ This is a GREAT addition to the already GREAT VBS programs Group puts out. It makes preregistering so much easier and in today’s techy age, it’s so convenient for everyone. Thanks for great ideas!!”

– Andrea

Sign Up Today, Save Time Tomorrow! CHECK OUT myvbspro.comStart creating your account by downloading the Quick Start Guide!

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TOOLS & TRAINING

Athens FunShop—Training With a TwistDiscover time-saving, budget-stretching tips from Group’s VBS veterans. Meet and mingle with other VBS groupies in your area. Win prizes. Get an exclusive FunShop gift. Share ideas, props, and resources.

Get practical pointers on all things VBS—from fundraising and volunteer recruiting to decorating and family follow-up. Get an energizing jump start to your VBS season, and…

Have FUN!

What’s not to love?

Register your team today! $18 per person in advance ($25 at the door)

Online Organizational Tools To Make Your Job Easier Hands-On Training Comes to You!

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background check DESCRIPTION ISBN U.S. CANADA QTYAthens Starter Kit 978-0-7644-8190-1 $132.99 $145.99

Student Resources Bible Memory Makers® (set of 5)* 978-0-7644-8484-1

1-49 $3.19 $3.99

50-99 $2.99 $3.49

100+ $2.79 $3.29

Bringing It Home: Family Faith-Builders (pkg. of 10)

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Letters From Paul, with Stickers (pkg. of 10 letters & 10 stickers)

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Name Badges (pkg. of 10) 978-0-7644-8494-0 $4.19 $4.99

Name Badge Holders (pkg. of 10) 978-1-4707-0091-1 $17.39 $19.99

Paper Handprints (pkg. of 42, assorted colors)

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Postcards From Paul 978-0-7644-8498-8 $3.29 $3.99

Oikos Resources Athens Banduras, Antioch (pkg. of 12) 978-0-7644-8471-1 $17.99 $20.99

Athens Banduras, Berea (pkg. of 12) 978-0-7644-8473-5 $17.99 $20.99

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Oikos Teaching Kit* † 978-0-7644-8524-4 $16.99 $19.99

Oikos Tote Bags (pkg. of 10)** 978-0-7644-8508-4 $7.99 $9.49

God Sightings® God Sightings Frieze Figures (pkg. of 50, enough for 10 Oikoi)

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God Sightings Marble Mural 978-0-7644-8492-6 $12.99 $14.99

Marketplace Crafts Adhesive Gems (sheet of 50)* 978-0-7644-9745-2 $4.88 $5.99

Bamboo Styluses (pkg. of 4) 978-0-7644-8930-3 $5.99 $6.99

Demi-Discus Kits (pkg. of 10)* 978-0-7644-8928-0 $14.99 $17.49

Geo-mazing Shapes (pkg. of 10 sheets) 978-0-7644-9015-6 $7.99 $9.49

Greek Lyre Kits (pkg. of 10)* 978-0-7644-8923-5 $13.99 $16.49

Jury Ballots (pkg. of 10) 978-0-7644-8927-3 $14.99 $17.49

Non-Tear Scroll Paper 978-0-7644-9088-0 $9.99 $11.49

Sealing Wax (pkg. of 4) 978-0-7644-9127-6 $9.99 $11.49

Sealing Wax Stampers (pkg. of 2) 978-0-7644-9128-3 $12.99 $14.99

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DESCRIPTION ISBN U.S. CANADA QTYTrojan Horse Treasure Boxes (pkg. of 10) 978-0-7644-8934-1 $15.99 $18.49

Terra-Cotta Air Clay, ½ oz. bags (pkg. of 10) (not pictured in catalog)

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Missions (Operation Kid-to-Kid™)

“ God’s Love for You” Bible Books (pkg. of 10 sets)

978-0-7644-8938-9 $9.99 $11.49

“ God’s Love for You” Bible Books, English-only (pkg. of 10)

978-1-4707-0094-2 $6.49 $7.49

Operation Kid-to-Kid Poster Pack (set of 4) 978-0-7644-8967-9 $9.99 $11.49

Music & Media Athens Celebration Music CD (participant) 978-0-7644-8519-0

1-49 $6.99 $7.99

50-99 $5.99 $6.79

100+ $4.99 $5.79

Athens Celebration Music DVD 978-0-7644-8522-0 $14.99 $16.99

Athens Celebration Music Leader Version 2-CD Set

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Athens Clip Art & Resources CD 978-0-7644-8520-6 $19.99 $22.99

Ultimate Director Go-To Recruiting & Training DVD

978-0-7644-8523-7 $14.99 $17.49

Decorating & Publicity Athens Coastline Wall Hanging 978-0-7644-8288-5 $59.99 $68.99

Marble Corobuff 029444-16121-4 $29.99 $34.99

Crafter’s Hot Knife 646847-11107-5 $70.99 $81.99

Decorating Places DVD 978-0-7644-8469-8 $14.99 $17.49

Electric Campfire 646847-12473-0 $20.99 $24.99

Flicker Lights (pkg. of 24)* 978-0-7644-9131-3 $19.99 $22.99

Giant Decorating Posters (set of 6) 978-0-7644-8489-6 $34.99 $40.49

Giant Outdoor Banner 978-0-7644-8490-2 $26.99 $31.49

Glue Dots ½" (200 dots)* 634524-08165-0 $5.49 $6.49

Glue Dots 3/16" (300 dots)* 634524-32794-9 $5.49 $6.49

Hot Knife With ¾-in. Curved Blade 646847-11263-8 $189.99 $218.49

Jointed Greek Column Decoration 034689-54486-9 $12.97 $14.99

Marketplace Shops Poster Pack (set of 12) 978-0-7644-8870-2 $12.99 $14.99

Moss (4' length) 978-0-7644-9130-6 $12.97 $14.99

Publicity Posters (pkg. of 5) 978-0-7644-8496-4 $9.99 $11.49

Square Blade for Hot Knife 646847-16567-2 $59.99 $68.99

Straight Blade for Hot Knife 646847-11471-7 $39.99 $45.99

Stone Wall Corobuff 029444-12151-5 $29.99 $34.99

V-Groove Blade for Hot Knife 646847-16568-9 $59.99 $68.99

VBS Wearables Bible-Times Costume Pattern Pack 646847-10836-5 $9.99 $11.49

Gold Laurel Wreath 978-0-7644-8929-7 $7.29 $8.49

Iron-On Transfers (pkg. of 10) 978-0-7644-8493-3 $14.49 $16.99

Theme T-shirt, Child Small (6-8) 978-0-7644-8505-3 $4.19 $5.29

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Leader Manuals Arena Games Leader Manual 978-0-7644-8528-2 $9.99 $11.49

Celebration Leader Manual 978-0-7644-8525-1 $9.99 $11.49

Daily Dramas Booklet 978-0-7644-8526-8 $9.99 $11.49

Oikos Leader Manual 978-0-7644-8530-5 $9.99 $11.49

Paul’s Adventures Drama Leader Manual 978-0-7644-8527-5 $9.99 $11.49

Shopkeeper Manual 978-0-7644-8529-9 $9.99 $11.49

Ultimate Director Go-To Guide 978-0-7644-8531-2 $14.99 $17.49

Downloads Arena Games Leader Manual Downloadable PDF

978-0-7644-8537-4 $8.99 $10.49

Athens Celebration Sheet Music Download 978-0-7644-8533-6 $5.49 $6.49

Athens Celebration Vocal Lead Sheets with Chords Download

978-0-7644-8534-3 $1.75 $2.49

Celebration Leader Manual Downloadable PDF

978-0-7644-8535-0 $8.99 $10.49

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978-0-7644-8532-9 $8.99 $10.49

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Ultimate Director Go-To Guide Downloadable PDF

978-0-7644-8540-4 $13.99 $16.49

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