In Lifeway’s VBS 2025 Magnified, kids learn to see themselves and the world through God’s lens—where even the smallest things reveal His greatness. One of the most memorable ways to bring this theme to life is through giant ant decorations that visually reinforce teamwork, diligence, and purpose.
These adorable, oversized ants are perfect for:
- 🐜 Stage props and backdrop additions
- 🐜 Welcome center greeters
- 🐜 QR code holders
- 🐜 Photo booth companions
- 🐜 Lesson tie-ins for Proverbs 6:6 (NLT): “Take a lesson from the ants… Learn from their ways and become wise!”
🎯 Ant Decoration Options
🪺 Option 1: Plastic Easter Egg Ants
Supplies:
- 3 jumbo or large plastic eggs (black or painted)
- Pipe cleaners (black)
- Googly eyes
- Hot glue gun or glue dots
- Optional: Foam bricks or plant pots for standing display
Steps:
- Glue the eggs together to form the body (head, thorax, abdomen).
- Bend pipe cleaners into legs and antennae. Attach with hot glue.
- Add large googly eyes and a paper/felt mouth.
- Display on a stand, pot, or suspend with fishing line.
🏺 Option 2: Mini Cauldron Ants
Perfect for creating multiple ants for an “ant army.”
Supplies:
Steps:
- Glue or zip-tie the cauldrons in a line.
- Wrap pipe cleaners around the handles or glue them in place for legs.
- Add antennae, eyes, and a smile.
💡 These are lightweight and stackable—great for tabletops, hallways, or ledges.
🔍 Option 3: Clear Ornament + Egg Ant
Supplies:
- 1 clear ornament ball (for the head)
- 2 plastic eggs (body)
- Wire or pipe cleaners for legs
- Hot glue
Steps:
- Connect all three body parts.
- Attach legs and antennae with glue or wire.
- Customize the clear head with big eyes or a light inside.
🪄 Great for themed science stations or illuminated displays!
🧠 Bonus Ideas:
- 🏷️ Attach name tags and let kids choose names for the ants.
- 📸 Set up a photo booth captioned: “Small but Mighty!”
- 📲 Have ants “hold” QR code signs for check-in or Bible memory stations.
💬 Thematic Integration for VBS “Magnified”
Use your ant displays as part of:
- Day 1: Emphasize God’s unique design in all creatures
- Day 3: Reinforce the value of diligence, teamwork, and humility
- Memory Verse Tie-In: Proverbs 6:6 — great for small group reflection time
