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PUBLISHER GRAPHIC ARTIST Julie Vasquez Owner Limelight Design julie southernidahokids com EDITOR Kristen Francom COMMUNITY EVENT SPECIALIST Jessie McAllister jessie southernidahokids com southernidahokidsmagazine minicassia southernidahokids minicassia Arcadia 1 4 Page Vertical Southern Idaho Kids is a subsidiary of Limelight Design Reproduction without written permission of the publisher is prohibited Submitted editorial content or advertisements are not necessarily endorsed by or representative of the views of Southern Idaho Kids Southern Idaho Kids is not responsible for the reliability or timeliness of any content submitted Southern Idaho Kids is printed and distributed monthly 2025 Southern Idaho Kids All rights reserved ON THE COVER Sailor Hankel from Burley Brandi Teuscher Photography HI I M ROCKY We are hidden gems and will be hiding around the pages of the magazine each month AND I M RUBY Did you know Idaho is nicknamed the Gem State More than 72 different types of gemstones are found here COME FIND US February 28 2025 2 www southernidahokids com

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PET PICS Is Your Pet the Cutest Do you think your furry feathered or scaly friend has what it takes to be a star Whether your pet is playful quirky or just plain adorable now s your chance to share their charm with the world Southern Idaho Kids Magazine is on the lookout for the cutest pets to feature in our March 2025 issue To participate nd or take a photo of your pet that captures their personality and send it to julie southernidahokids com Whether it s a candid moment of them enjoying their favorite toy a nice portrait or a funny snapshot we want to see it all Along with your photo include their name and a brief story or fun fact about your pet What makes them special How have they brought joy to your life This is your opportunity to spotlight your pet s unique quirks and heartwarming qualities Submission deadline is February 8th 3200 E NEW TO TWIN FALLS 3125 Eldridge Ave Twin Falls 208 933 4462 208 Outlet 1 2 Page 20 OFF Horizontal ONE ITEM up to 20 value EXPIRES FEBRUARY 28 2025 CLOSEOUT LIQUIDATION WAREHOUSE APPLIANCES FURNITURE 208 933 4462 www 208outlets com Tues Fri 11am 6pm Sat 9 30am 5pm CLOTHING OUTDOOR ELECTRONICS January 2025 3

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CRAFT CORNER Love Bugs Materials Needed Empty toilet paper rolls Construction paper Pom poms Markers or crayons White glue Optional foam paper googly eyes Instructions 1 2 3 Prepare the Body Cut a piece of colored construction paper to t around the toilet paper roll Wrap the paper around the roll and secure it with glue Add Wings Cut out two heart shapes from another piece of construction paper These will be the wings Glue the hearts to the back of the toilet paper roll ensuring the points of the hearts face outward Create the Face Attach googly eyes to the front of the roll or draw them by hand Draw any other facial details like a smile nose etc with markers or crayons You can use pom 4 5 6 poms for a nose if you have them Make the Antennae Cut a pipe cleaner in half and curl the ends to make spirals Attach the antennae to the inside of the toilet paper roll at the top using glue or tape Decorate Use stickers glitter or small paper hearts to decorate the wings and body Write a sweet message like Love Bug or Be Mine on the wings or body for extra charm Finish and Display Allow the glue to dry completely Display the love bug on a shelf or use it as part of your Valentine s Day decorations Se Ha bla Esp a o Smiles 4 Kids 1 2 Page Horizontal 208 678 7415 1408 Pomerelle Dr Ste D Burley www smiles4kidsidaho com A l l i n s u r a n c e s w e l c o m e i n cl u d i n g M e d i c a i d N o r e f e r r a l s n e e d e d Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentists 4 www southernidahokids com l

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BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS Preschool The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats This award winning children s book is a heartwarming story about a boy named Peter who wakes up to nd his world covered in snow He explores the snowy world makes tracks and has fun with snowballs The illustrations are simple but beautiful perfectly capturing the joy of a snowy day It s a wonderful book for young children full of adventure and the magic of a snowy day K 3rd grade Just Like Me by Vanessa Brantly Newton Just Like Me is a delightful collection of poems celebrating diversity and the uniqueness of girls Each poem is paired with vibrant illustrations showcasing girls of different backgrounds and experiences The book encourages self acceptance and inspires young readers to embrace who they are It s a beautiful and empowering read for children 7TH GRADE 4th 6th grade Sarah Journeys West by Nikki Shannon Smith In this engaging historical ction novel readers follow the story of Sarah and her family s journey on the Oregon Trail during the California Gold Rush They face many challenges including racism extreme weather and dif cult terrain The story highlights their resilience and determination to nd a better life in California It s a great read for young readers interested in history and adventure New Kid by Jerry Craft New Kid is an award winning graphic that tells the story of Jordan Banks a young African American boy who starts seventh grade at a prestigious private school where he is one of the few kids of color He struggles to t in navigate new friendships and maintain his cultural identity The graphic novel beautifully illustrates his experiences challenges and growth It s a powerful relatable and thoughtprovoking read for middle grade readers RECOMMENDATIONS FROM BURLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY Show your Valentine some love and get some 208 Grill 1 4 Page Vertical 2359 Overland Ave in Burley the 208 grill com Sweet Savings ToyFROM Town 1 4 Page Vertical 5 ofF 20 PURCHASE EXCLUDES HOBBIES LEGO 1236 BLUE LAKES BLVD N TWIN FALLS EXPIRES FEBRUARY 28 2025 January 2025 7

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS M O N D AY S Community Group for New Moms Explore with telescopes at the Centennial Observatory weather permitting 9 00 AM 10 00 AM Munchkin Playland Heyburn T U E S D AY S Bring your babies up to six months old for free The regular rate applies to older siblings that come along to play F R I D AY S Con dence Through Art Gaming Guild 1 00 PM Ages 7 9 1 00 PM Ages 11 Beginner 2 30 PM Ages 10 Intermediate Burley City Library 4 00 PM 5 00 PM DeMary Memorial Library Learn valuable art skills during this creative class at the library An opportunity for kids ages 12 17 to explore and play games S AT U R D AY T U E S D AY S Home Depot Kids Project Make It STEAM Exploration 9 00 AM 12 00 PM Home Depot 4 00 PM 5 00 PM DeMary Memorial Library Visit Home Depot for a free kids building project T H U R S D AY S S AT U R D AY Mighty Warriors Yoga Mindfulness Children s Class SRD s Wild Reptile Adventure T U E S D AY S Homeschool Rock Climbing 12 00 PM 2 00 PM Fan Zone Athletics Burley Homeschool families are welcome to rock climb for 2 per child with a max of 10 per family T U E S D AY S Homeschool Group 12 00 PM 1 00 PM Burley City Library Homeschool families can get together read and play games T U E S D AY S Telescope Tuesday 6 15 PM 9 00 PM Herrett Center CSI Campus Twin Falls 8 February 1 4 00 PM 7 00 PM Studio Enso Burley Focusing on strength balance and mindfulness young yogis will learn to move with con dence while practicing calming techniques to help balance anger and emotions For ages 7 9 generally Fee at registration Lorraine s 1 8 Page 208 678 1011 Horizontal www southernidahokids com February 1 12 00 PM 2 00 PM ISU Student Union Building Little Wood Room Pocatello This is a one hour interactive experience There will be 10 species of exotic reptiles to learn about interact with and observe feeding demonstrations You will learn hundreds of facts about our reptile friends Participants 20 20 Lulu Bella 1 8 PageOFF OF OFF ONE ITEM Horizontal 1259 O VER LAN D AV E B URLAN LEYD AV E 1259 IN O VER IN B UR LEY Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotions Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotions

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS will be able to pet handle or otherwise interact with each reptile Admission is 10 each February 8 T H U R S D AY S AT U R D AY 5 00 PM 7 00 PM Elks Lodge Pocatello February 20 22 Jump Company Presents Frog and Toad 2 00 PM Saturday only 7 00 PM Orpheum Twin Falls A musical based on Arnold Lobel s beloved children s books following the adventures of two best friends the cheerful Frog and the slightly grumpy Toad as they navigate through the four seasons together W E D N E S D AY S February 5 12 Cooking 301 6 00 PM 8 00 PM Minidoka County Fairgrounds Come and learn outdoor and slow cooking how to bake yeast bread how to plan and host a party and the science behind yeast and gluten There is a cost which includes food supplies bread pan and project materials For more information call the 4 H Of ce at 208 436 7184 S AT U R D AY M O N D AY The Fairytale Feast Seussical Scavenger Hunt February 24 A magical time with fairytale friends tickets are 15 and includes games a meet and greet with fairytale friends storytime with princesses balloon animals and dinner 4 00 PM 6 30 PM Burley City Library Bring your family or friends to the library for a fun scavenger hunt F R I D AY February 14 Paint Your Partner 6 00 PM 9 00 PM Portside Pizza Burley STORYTIMES Paint your partner spouse bestie or kid Tickets are 40 and includes two 8 x 10 canvases and all painting materials and instructions Bilingual Storytime Burley City Library Tuesdays 10 00 AM Storytime for Ages 0 5 F R I D AY DeMary Memorial Library Thursdays 10 30 AM Movie Night Princess Bride Toddler Preschool Storytime February 14 6 30 PM 8 00 PM Burley City Library All ages welcome Burley City Library Thursdays 10 30 AM except Feb 20 Storytime DeMary Memorial Library Fridays 10 30 AM STAYCONNECTED WITH OUR ONLINE CALENDAR NEW EVENTS U P D AT E S REMINDERS KNOW OF AN EVENT WE SHOULD INCLUDE Email jessie southernidahokids com with details WWW SOUTHERNIDAHOKIDS COM CALENDAR January 2025 9

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TEACHER OF THE MONTH Michelle Manning 1st Grade Paul Elementary Paul 13 Years in Education What is your favorite part about being a teacher My favorite part of teaching is helping my students feel loved and that they know they are special I enjoy helping them learn grow achieve and believe in themselves I also like to make learning fun Something your students might not know about you I have taught 1st 2nd 3rd and 5th grades as well as Life Skills and I student taught in 4th grade I ve taught school in Utah Washington and Idaho A word of advice You can do anything if you believe in yourself and keep trying Nominated by MaKenzie Mrs Manning creates a welcoming and safe environment for each of her students She goes above and beyond to help each of her students feel loved and important She does everything she can to help her students reach their full potential She creates fun learning opportunities and cultivates great readers making sure that each of her kids has a chance to learn essential skills no matter where their abilities are at Mrs Manning welcomes parents into her classroom and keeps families involved Little Piggies Playhouse 1 8 Page Horizontal southernidahokids 10 southernidahokids www southernidahokids com OPEN MONDAY FRIDAY 6 30AM 6 00PM xxx 1 8 Page Horizontal We accept ICCP First Aid and CPR certi ed with cleared extensive background check New playground coming this spring 916 Overland Ave Burley 208 878 6344

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HEALTH WELLNESS sp ons o re d by HEALTHYHABITS Six Tips to Help Children with Winter Blues Winter is here and with shorter days many of us including children might feel more tired and sluggish Children may also experience irritability declining grades hopelessness or acting out The winter blues impacts about 20 of people with 5 of people experiencing a more severe form called Seasonal Affective Disorder SAD SAD is a type of depression that occurs in a seasonal pattern lasting about 4 5 months each year typically in winter Rates of SAD are similar in adults and children and the exact causes of it are unknown However less sunlight impacts the brain disrupting hormones like melatonin and serotonin while also upsetting the body s internal clock circadian rhythm Winter also brings environmental stress like nal exams and semester changes The good news there are ways to help children feel better 1 2 Exposure to sunlight To help alleviate symptoms try to get outside with your child each day even if it s only a few minutes Using full spectrum light bulbs often marked daylight can also help Phototherapy or light therapy To help more severe SAD symptoms such as sleeping too much try using a special light box The light box should provide exposure to 10 000 lux of light Use it within the rst hour of awakening for about 30 minutes Sit in front of the lamp but do not look directly into it 3 Good sleep hygiene Keep your child s bedtime and wake time the same each day even on the weekends 4 Exercise Encourage your child to move their body which can give them an extra mood boost even if indoors Make exercise part of their daily routine 5 Talk about changes Talk to your child about changes in thoughts mood and behavior For example I notice when the days are shorter it is harder for me to go outside because it is cold What have you noticed about you 6 Therapy and medical help Talk with your child s healthcare provider if you continue to see concerning mood or behavior changes in your child Kelsie Hendrickson PhD ABPP Licensed Psychologist St Luke s Sponsored by January 2025 11

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VALENTINE S CARDS GIVE THEM TO SOMEONE YOU LOVE OR CARE ABOUT You re So Sweet Someone Loves You To From To From Your girl s future is built on the confidence she has today Get involved with a program that inspires leadership healthy habits and new friendships all at once Spring After School Programs for 3rd 5th or 6th 8th grade girls Girls on the Run 1 2 Page Horizontal Become a volunteer coach and help every girl reach their limitless potential Coach training provided Registration opens February 17 Spring Season begins March 6 5K on Saturday May 10 To learn more or register gotrsouthernidaho org 208 788 7863 info gotrsouthernidaho org Visit our website for a full list of program locations January 2025 13

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SCIENCE SPOT The Heart of STEM Exploration As we transition into the shortest month of the year our hearts turn to Valentine s Day and celebrations with family friends and classroom parties I learned quickly that a great way to support my kids teachers was to bring science into their classrooms on party days This allowed me to leverage the fact that kids were already excited to have a break from routines so they often associated holidays with a visit from Idaho Science Mom Coloring carnations is a simple way to decorate owers and learn about capillary action at the same time Place brightly colored water in small cups for each ower stem Over time the water will travel up the stems creating a beautiful effect on the petals Kids can take these carnations home to family members at the end of the day Another fun experiment with color changing science introduces children to pH values in the kitchen Boil a red cabbage and strain the juice into a container Fair warning cooked cabbage does not smell good After the juice cools add it to clear cups and gather liquids Canyon Foot 1 4 Page Vertical including lemon juice vinegar seltzer water and antacids dissolved in water The pigments in the cabbage change colors when exposed to acids and bases You will see a rainbow from neon pink to Kelly green depending on the liquid samples Every day is a party when you explore the world with curious kids Amy Christopherson Director CSI Mini Cassia Center and Idaho Science Mom Clark Oral 1 4 Page Vertical We are passionately committed to improving the lives of our patients by combining clinical excellence with cutting edge technology In our office we love getting to know our patients and take a sincere interest in their well being Give us a call for your oral maxillofacial needs We have two locations to conveniently serve you Burley 208 831 2901 14 www southernidahokids com Twin Falls 208 831 2900

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