VBS 2026 Preschool Rotations Conference Plan - 45 Minutes

Sep 16, 2026

Uploaded by Angel

A 45-minute conference plan trains preschool teachers to lead VBS 2026 rotation activities for children ages 3s through completed kindergarten. The agenda covers welcoming and theme overview, explaining why rotations work, and guiding participants through “Shining the Light on Rotations,” with details for using the 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack. The plan specifies preparation steps, room setup, and required resources such as rotation guides, backdrop, table displays, music, videos, and hands-on activities with clear teaching tips.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryPresentations

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Pages10

Reading Time4 min

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Purpose Statement

Needed Resources

Rotation Materials

Room Setup

Teaching Steps

Welcome and Theme Overview

Why Rotations

Shining the Light on Rotations

VBS 2026 Preschool Rotations Conference Plan 1 VBS 2026 PRESCHOOL ROTATIONS CONFERENCE PLAN (45 Minutes) Purpose Statement This 45-minute plan is designed to train and equip teachers to lead preschool rotation activities using Lifeway’s VBS 2026 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack. These resources are for preschool ages 3s through completed kindergarten. Needed Resources • VBS 2026 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack (005853485)—Prepare the following items from each of the rotation guides: o Mirror Ball Music—Print the “Preschool Worship Rally Outlines” and “Teacher Helps” from the redemption files. o Crafts—Make a sample of each completed craft from the leader guide for display. o Missions—Print the “Missions Project Letter” from the redemption files. Display suggested items for the mission project. • VBS 2026 String Flags (005853579) • VBS 2026 Supersized Backdrop (005853613) • VBS 2026 Tablecloths (005853575) • (2) VBS 2026 Glitter Beach Balls (3 pack) (005853774)—Print one of the following sentences on each beach ball: Prepare well in advance. Keep decorations to a minimum. Set up safe boundaries. Explain an activity before handing out resources. Plan for extra time. Keep the focus on the Bible truth, Bible verse, and Today’s Point. • Item 1: “Lightbulb Handout” —Print on cardstock and cut apart. Attach to the backs of randomly selected chairs in the conferee seating area. • Item 2: “Before/During Signs” —Hang on opposite sides of the room. • Permanent marker • (2) Identical small objects such as glow sticks or small flashlights (must fit inside paper bag) • (2) Lunch-size paper bags—Place one of the two identical objects in each paper bag. Fold down the tops of the bags so the objects inside cannot be seen. Tape the bags shut. • 30–50 items such as car wash sponges, plastic ball pit balls, or similar • Large grocery bags or baskets (1 per every 2 players) • Timer • Mavalus® tape or other paint and surface-safe tape • CD player, laptop or cell phone and Bluetooth® speaker to play Music for Preschoolers CD • TV/DVD player to play the “Shine the Light” video Room Setup Arrange chairs in a semicircle. Cover the focal wall with a VBS 2026 Supersized Backdrop. Cover two tables with a VBS 2026 Tablecloth and display the curriculum alongside completed craft samples, missions project items, and other tabletop decorations. Drape VBS 2026 String Flags across the doorway. Teaching Steps 1. Welcome and Theme Overview (2 minutes) • Play music from the Music for Preschoolers CD as conferees arrive. • Greet all guests as they arrive and welcome them to Preschool Rotations. • Briefly introduce the theme. VBS 2026 Preschool Rotations Conference Plan 2 2. Why Rotations (10 minutes) • Show conferees the 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack. • Explain that the rotation pack includes age-appropriate teaching plans for: o Mirror Ball Music o Kaleidoscope Crafts o Suncatcher Recreation o Glow-in-the-dark Missions • Explain that Snack Rotation Recipe Cards can be purchased separately (or come inside the Kids Starter Kit) . Snacks that are appropriate for preschoolers are marked with a purple light burst on the top right of the recipe card that reads “preschool friendly.” • Review the three rotation options conferees can choose from as they begin to plan their brightest week of the year at Illumination Station. o Preschoolers Move: Leaders move kids to each rotation site, stay with them during the activities, and lead them back to the main classroom for closing group time. o Leaders Move: Leaders are enlisted to come to the room to teach the rotation activities. o Self-contained Classroom: Children and leaders remain in the room for all activities, and the teacher incorporates the rotations into the class schedule. • Ask: “Why offer preschool rotations?” Allow responses. Remind conferees that kids learn in different ways and have different learning styles including: o Visual

FAQs

What is the purpose of the VBS 2026 Preschool Rotations Conference plan?

To train and equip teachers to lead preschool rotation activities using Lifeway’s VBS 2026 3s–Kindergarten Rotation Pack.

What ages are covered by the rotation resources referenced in the plan?

The plan’s resources apply to preschool ages 3s through completed kindergarten.

What main room setup is recommended for the conference?

Arrange chairs in a semicircle, cover the focal wall with the VBS 2026 Supersized Backdrop, cover tables with VBS 2026 Tablecloths, and drape VBS 2026 String Flags across the doorway.

Sep 16, 2026

Uploaded by Angel