Vacation Bible School Snack Ideas
How can you keep lots of kids satisfied during VBS? Feed them! But no one has time to spend hours putting complicated snacks together for all those kids. These Vacation Bible School Snack Ideas are great for feeding them all fun foods!
Whether you are planning snacks for hundreds of kids or sending your own to VBS this Summer with snacks in their bag, this list of snack food for kids is sure to be a hit!
Check out these simple and easy snack ideas. From sweet to savory, and some fun snacks mixed in between!
What are fun Vacation Bible School Activities for kids?
Here are some fun Vacation Bible School (VBS) activities that keep kids engaged, learning, and excited to come back each day:
Themed Craft Stations
Crafts let kids take home a reminder of what they learned.
- Make “Armor of God” shields or helmets
- Create stained glass with tissue paper
- Build a cross necklace with beads
- Decorate prayer jars or “God’s promises” boxes
Bible Story Theater
Let kids act out Bible stories! Provide simple props and costumes for reenacting Noah’s Ark, Jonah and the Whale, or the Good Samaritan.
Worship and Dance Time
Upbeat worship songs with motions or dancing are VBS favorites. Include kid-friendly praise tracks with actions to follow along—like “Jesus Loves Me” or “Every Move I Make.”
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Outdoor Bible Games
Burn energy while reinforcing lessons.
- David and Goliath slingshot challenge (bean bag toss)
- Bible verse relay races
- Jesus Says (like Simon Says, with Bible themes)
Snack & Scripture
Create snacks that match the daily Bible lesson.
- Fish crackers for the story of the 5 loaves and 2 fish
- Rainbow fruit skewers for God’s promise to Noah
- “Lion’s den” pudding cups with graham cracker lions
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Scripture Scavenger Hunt
Hide Bible verses around the church and let kids find them in teams.
Bonus points if they can explain the meaning!
Bible Verse Art
Let kids illustrate their favorite verse using paint, markers, or collage materials.
You can display the artwork at the end of the week!
Mission Projects
Help kids feel like they’re making a difference.
- Make cards for nursing homes or service members
- Collect canned goods for a local pantry
- Decorate blessing bags for those in need
Bible Trivia or Jeopardy
Play trivia games in teams using fun sound effects, buzzers, and prizes. Make questions age-appropriate and tied to the week’s lessons.
Science + Scripture Experiments
Link God’s creation to hands-on science!
- Make slime while talking about God shaping us
- Volcanoes to discuss God’s power
- Rain clouds in jars for the Noah’s Ark story
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Bible Verse Coloring Pages
- Matthew 22:37 Bible Verse Coloring Pages
- Luke 10:27 Bible Verse Coloring Pages
- Psalm 104:24 Bible Verse Coloring Pages
More Vacation Bible School Resources:
Use these resources to help you and your kids get ready for VBS!
- The Big Book of Bible Crafts: 100 Bible-Teaching Crafts Using Economical, Easy-to-Find Supplies!
- Vacation Bible School Joy in Jesus Starter Kit
- Vacation Bible School Group VBS Ultimate Starter Kit Cave Quest Plus
Do your kids attend VBS in the Summer?
