I think a few props go a long way. During VBS and Faith Camp, I used a large red bin for skits. The bin was a most, a boat, and a mountain. We waved a large, colorful beach towel to simulate waves. The altar is a box in the classroom. I bought a doll, covered her in tulle, and added a cross, rosary, tea candle, and holy water bottle. All the flowers are from the dollar store.
I sewed miniature vestments; Rob fashioned a stand from a piece of scrap wood, tape, and PVC pipe.
My costumes were similarly simple. I bought a set of Angel wings and a halo on clearance after Halloween. The gown is a yard of white cloth with a hole for the neck, tied with a piece of tulle. Every single, little girl needed a change to be an Angel. I bought a tiara at the same Halloween clearance. I use two pieces of blue fabric with a Tull strip to fashion the Blessed Mother. The kids dressed up; we prayed the Angel of God and Hail Mary prayers.
We watched VeggieTales during Snack every day during Faith Camp. I bought used figures and play sets. The kids rearranged the toys often.
The kids colored Saint Banners, which we hung, the first two mornings. These looked festive both weeks. Kids like to see their own art as decorations. I will tape craft samples to the whiteboard, too. But, otherwise, I set up the perimeter of the room with boxes of materials. Function was more important than fancy props. It’s the content of the program that comes through more than expensive props.
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