VBS Kingdom Capers Decorating Ideas
LifeWay Christian publishers developed the Kingdom Capers Vacation Bible School (VBS) theme in 2003. This VBS program, subtitled "Cracking the Character Code," takes children through a journey of spy games and mysteries as they build character traits. If your church is using the Kingdom Capers theme this year, try some creative ideas for decorating your VBS location to bring visual interest to the fun and lessons.
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Travel Items
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The setting for Kingdom Capers is the streets of London, so use travel posters from this British city for your decorations. You can find them online or at a local travel agent.
London Landmarks
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Re-create images of famous London landmarks by painting images onto large paper or cardboard and hanging them on your walls. Try painting an image of Big Ben, Buckingham Palace or a double-decker bus.
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Spy Gear
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The theme for Kingdom Capers is more Sherlock Holmes and less James Bond. Use old-school sleuthing gear, such as magnifying glasses and tweed hats, in your decorating. You can find these items at thrift stores or draw them on cardboard and display them.
British Lingo
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Use British terminology and symbols to label your scenery for a little cultural fun. For example, put a "water closet" sign on the restroom door, and cut out a red cardboard phone booth to display contact information or directions.
Cartoon LIfe Lessons
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Since the Kingdom Caper curriculum focuses on specific character traits, use these traits in your decorations. Put up visual images that represent the traits, such as a child helping his baby sister for "kindness" or an image of someone waiting in line for "patience" around the walls of your sanctuary or social hall.
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