Planning a Vacation Bible School (VBS) can be an exciting yet challenging task. It requires creativity, organization, and a strong focus on biblical-based learning.  

Whether you’re a first-time organizer or a seasoned VBS leader, setting the right foundation is key to a meaningful and impactful experience for children and volunteers alike.  

Make your next VBS not only fun and engaging, but also spiritually enriching for everyone! Check out these seven essential tips to help you plan and execute a successful VBS:

Tips for a Successful Vacation Bible School

1. Pray and prepare 

Begin with prayer and careful planning. Seek God’s wisdom and guidance, and ensure that your team is spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically prepared. 

2. Empower your volunteers 

Hold a quick training session to prepare your team. This helps them feel confident in teaching and leading activities. 

3. Make Bible stories come alive 

You may use animated Bible stories, role-play or storytelling, and hands-on activities to help kids engage with God’s Word. 

4. Keep it fun and interactive 

Vacation Bible Schools should be fun and exciting! Use games, music, crafts, and group activities to create a joyful learning environment. 

5. Create a welcoming atmosphere 

Every child should feel that they belong, and they are loved. Encourage volunteers to connect personally with the kids. 

6. Engage families beyond 

Vacation Bible School Encourage parents to be part of their child’s faith journey by providing take-home materials and inviting them to church.  

7. Keep the momentum going 

Follow up with families and invite kids to Sunday School and other church activities to continue their faith journey.  

Make Vacation Bible School easier and more meaningful with the Superbook K-Gen VBS Kit! 

This comprehensive kit includes: one director’s manual; three teacher’s manuals for preschool, primary, and intermediate levels; seven journals for primary students; seven journals for intermediate students; and one K-GEN resources flash drive. This contains video files of five featured Superbook episodes (in English and Tagalog), audio files of K-GEN songs, and printable materials: name tags, crown templates, certificates, posters, VBS forms, stage backdrops, and craft templates for activities. 

Get a ready-to-use, engaging, and Christ-centered program that brings the Bible to life for kids!  

Learn more and pre-order today! Contact (02) 8663-4700 or 0999-220-5973 for more details.