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Arcadia 1 4 Page Vertical 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 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 2024 Southern Idaho Kids All rights reserved ON THE COVER Sophia Natalia Camila Barron of Rupert Liz Stephens Photography HI I M ROCKY AND I M RUBY We are hidden gems and will be hiding around the pages of the magazine each month Did you know Idaho is nicknamed the Gem State More than 72 different types of gemstones are found here October 31 2024 COME FIND US 2 www southernidahokids com

BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS Preschool Ghost in the House by Ammi Joan Paquette Travel through a haunted house with Ghost as he meets and greets other friendly and odd monsters and ghouls This book has a great reading rhythm and flow As this is not a Halloween book it can be read anytime you want a little bit of monster mayhem in your reading 4th 6th grade Goosebumps The Haunted Mask by R L Stine Sick of being the butt of everyone s scary jokes Carly Beth wants to find the scariest Halloween mask she can to get back at all the jokesters She finds the perfect one and begins her reign of revenge The Haunted Mask is considered one of the scariest of the series K 3rd grade Scary Scary Halloween by Eve Bunting Children going trick or treating on Halloween are watched by eight eyes in the dark The creatures stay hidden and observe until it is safe for them to come out and enjoy their own Halloween fun 7TH GRADE Ghost by illustr tus Ghost is a collection of 13 short ghost stories meant to send chills down your spine The stories read a lot like the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark collection Modern urban legends and spooky tales about small towns lost children and hikers lost in the woods a whole host of different short stories that are best read alone and at night for the ultimate ambience RECOMMENDATIONS FROM BURLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY CHECK OUT OUR ONLINE 2024 FOR LOCAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES INCLUDING A HALLOWEEN GUIDE www southernidahokids com autumn guide October 2024 3

EXPLORE IDAHO Tea Kettle Cave Tea Kettle Cave located near Gooding Idaho is a product of the volcanic eruption of McKinney Butte Volcano around 52 000 years ago The roof of the cave likely collapsed around the same time as fresh lava flow cooled and contracted Since then sunlight and moisture have helped sustain plant growth like the ferns which are present today It s important to preserve these ferns which are thousands of years old If you visit the caves please do not touch or step on them The name Tea Kettle is said to be derived from the distinctive teapot like formations found inside the caves which resemble the spout and handle of a teapot When you enter the cave you will enter from the spout into the body of the cave The hole to the entrance is big enough for anyone to fit but you will have to shimmy down into the cave so make sure you re physically able to do so before heading out to explore Keep an eye out for snakes and bring a headlamp or a flashlight There are no signs at the entrance of the cave Follow Google Maps to direct you The coordinates are 42 9935233482179 114 85397005982105 How to Get There Head out on I 84 W looking for signs for ID 46 N to N Rd E 1400 S to Gooding County 45 minutes from Twin Falls Continue on N Rd Take 1300 Rd S Dead Horse Cave Rd to Canal Rd 30 minutes go slow The dirt road leading to the caves is very rocky and bumpy If you do not have a car with high clearance you may have to walk the rest of the way to the cave entrance Enpointe 1 4 Page Vertical Classical Ballet Jazz HipHop Lyrical Little Miss Song and Dance Pointe 133 East 23rd Dr in Burley 208 431 6702 4 www southernidahokids com Campbell 1 4 Page Vertical

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EVERY KID OUTDOORS PASS Hagerman Fossil Beds National Park Foundation Free National Parks Pass for 4th Graders The free 4th Grade National Parks Pass is part of a government program aimed at encouraging young students to explore and learn about the natural beauty and history of the United States The Every Kid Outdoors Pass is available to all 4th graders in the U S including home schooled and other non traditional students who are of the same age The pass grants free admission to national parks wildlife refuges and many other federal lands and waters It also includes free access for up to three accompanying adults To receive your pass 4th graders or their guardians can apply for the pass on the Every Kid Outdoors website After completing the online form you can print out the pass and use it for free entry to participating sites The pass is typically valid from September 1st through August 31st of the following year This initiative helps foster a connection with nature at an early age and encourages families to explore the beauty and history of America s public lands Apply for your pass at everykidoutdoors gov KIDDIE DAY October 19 11am 3pm Kiddie Day 12 EACH 1 4 Page Experience a kid friendly experience through the swamp Walk through the Haunted Swamp Trick or treating Vertical Cake walk and other games Huge bounce pad Disney princesses and characters Axe throwing FREE face painting Martial arts demo FREE hair painting Entertainment from local groups COME BY FOR A SCARY GOOD TIME 646 S Park Ave W in Twin Falls hauntedswampidaho com 208 280 2883 GIVE YOUR MARKETING A Boost Advertise 1 4 Page Vertical ADVERTISE WITH US To learn more visit www southernidahokids com advertise 6 www southernidahokids com

Ski Passport for 5th 6th Graders The Ski Idaho program is designed to promote skiing and snowboarding for 5th and 6th graders in Idaho After a one time 29 processing fee your student will receive a ski passport to go explore 17 of Idaho s participating resorts 5th graders receive three free days at each location and 6th graders receive two free days at each location Head to www skiidaho us to apply Participating Resorts Bald Mountain Pebble Creek Bogus Basin Pomerelle Brundage Mountain Schweitzer Cottonwood Butte Silver Mountain Grand Targhee Snowhaven Little Ski Hill Soldier Mountain Lookout Pass Sun Valley Lost Trail Tamarack Magic Mountain SKI IDAHO Munchkin Playland 1 4 Page Vertical Canyon Foot 1 4 Page Vertical October 2024 7

HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS Wear Costumes Wisely 1 Choose costumes that are bright reflective or have reflective tape to Follow the Rules of the 4 Road Always use crosswalks look both make sure kids are visible to drivers ways before crossing and make sure Avoid costumes with long flowing to cross streets at corners Remind pieces that could cause tripping children to avoid darting out between 2 Opt for Face Paints Instead of masks that can obstruct vision use non toxic face paints or parked cars 5 Stick to Well Lit Areas Stick to neighborhoods that are well lit makeup If masks are worn make and where you know the houses It s sure they fit well and have large a great idea to start trick or treating eye holes in your own neighborhood where you know many of the families already 3 Carry a Flashlight Equip children with a flashlight or glow stick to help them see and be seen It s also a good idea to have Avoid wandering into unfamiliar areas 6 Avoid Strangers Homes Teach children to only visit houses that them carry a cell phone if they re have their porch lights on and never to old enough enter a stranger s home Burley Kids Dental 1 2 Page Horizontal 8 www southernidahokids com

HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS Check Candy Before 7 Eating Inspect all treats for any signs 9 Use Safe Props Ensure that any props or accessories used with of tampering or allergies Throw costumes are safe and won t away anything that s not in its cause injury For example original wrapper If there are avoid sharp or heavy items homemade treats check with a parent or guardian first before you eat it 10 Stay Hydrated and Take Breaks Halloween can be a long Supervise Young 8 Children Always accompany younger evening of walking and excitement Make sure kids stay hydrated and take children while they re trick or breaks if they need to treating It s also a great idea to go over the rules of trick or treating beforehand so everyone knows what to expect For older children set a curfew and plan a route Halloween can be a lot of fun but safety is key Follow these 10 tips to have a fun and safe Halloween they ll follow 1 OFF Burley Straw AD1M 4ISPaSgIeON Vertical OPEN SEPT 13 OCT 31 845 E 500 S Burley ID BURLEYSTRAWMAZE COM 208 Grill 1 4 Page Vertical 2359 Overland Ave in Burley the 208 grill com October 2024 9

CALENDAR OF EVENTS MONDAYS Community Group for New Moms 9 00 AM 10 00 AM Munchkin Playland Heyburn Bring your babies up to six months for free The regular rate applies to older siblings that come along to play TUESDAYS Telescope Tuesday 6 15 PM 9 00 PM Herrett Center CSI Campus Twin Falls Explore with telescopes at the Centennial Observatory weather permitting TUESDAYS Gaming Guild 4 00 PM 5 00 PM DeMary Memorial Library An opportunity for kid ages 12 17 to explore and play games TUESDAYS Make It STEAM Exploration 4 00 PM 5 00 PM DeMary Memorial Library FRIDAYS Confidence Through Art 1 00 PM Ages 7 9 1 00 PM Ages 11 Beginner 2 30 PM Ages 10 Intermediate Burley City Library Learn valuable art skills during this creative class at the library THURSDAY October 3 Burley Farmers Market 4 00 PM 7 00 PM Southern Lawn Fair Grounds Support local farmers and vendors with this great community farmers market FRIDAY SUNDAY October 4 6 Mini Cassia Parade of Homes 1 00 PM 7 00 PM Fri Sat 1 00 PM 5 00 PM Sunday Southern Lawn Fair Grounds The first inaugural Mini Cassia Parade of Homes Head on over to www magicvalleybuilders org to purchase your tickets FRIDAY October 4 Rupert Community Food Exchange 4 00 PM 7 00 PM Ridley s Parking Lot Rupert Please bring food to donate to our local food pantries and help those in need right here in our community this winter Enjoy free hot dogs and fries for dinner SATURDAY October 5 The Backyard Bronc Bash 5 00 PM 3238 N 3250 E Twin Falls The gates open at 4 00 pm and the rodeo starts at 5 00 pm Gates will close at midnight Come experience some good Idaho backyard fun SATURDAY October 5 Free Women s Self Defense Class 6 00 PM 9 00 PM 2209 Overland Ave Burley Schweet s Studio will be hosting a free self defense class for women Papa Murphey s BUY510O 8N EP OGaEgFTeFONE Horizontal OFFER EXPIRES 10 31 24 1011 E MAIN ST BURLEY 208 678 1111 Lorraine s 1 8 Page 2 0H8 o 6ri7zo8n 1ta0l1 1 10 w w w s o u t h e r n i d a h o k i d s c o m

They will teach self defense techniques as well as tools to protect yourself SATURDAY October 5 Sons of the Pioneers 7 30 PM 10 30 PM Wilson Theater Rupert The legendary Sons of the Pioneers perform their western favorites Dress in your western best and bring the whole family Tickets available at www historicwilsontheater com SATURDAYS October 12 26 Burley Basketball Skills Clinic 9 00 AM 10 30 AM Grades 3 5 11 00 AM 12 30 PM Grades 6 8 Burley High School A free basketball skills clinic pre registration not required For questions contact BurleyBasketball gmail com CALENDAR OF EVENTS THURSDAY SATURDAY October 17 19 Wilson Wizarding Experience 12 00 PM Saturday only 6 00 PM Thursday Saturday Wilson Theater Rupert Come and ride the train get sorted take a potions class and more You can come dressed as your favorite witch or wizard Tickets available at historicwilsontheatre com tickets SATURDAY October 19 Fall Mini Cassia Craft Fair 9 00 AM 4 00 PM Oregon Trail Rec District Burley Come see thousands of handcrafted items while supporting over 100 local businesses STORYTIMES Bilingual Storytime Burley City Library Tuesdays 10 00 AM Storytime for Ages 0 5 DeMary Memorial Library Thursdays 10 30 AM Toddler Preschool Storytime Burley City Library Thursdays 10 30 AM Storytime DeMary Memorial Library Fridays 10 30 AM LOOKING FOR HALLOWEEN EVENTS Check out our online guide for trunk or treats harvest festivals and pumpkin patches L1u l8u PBaeg22lleaO00F F 1259 OVERLAND AVE HorizontaOl FF 1259 IONVBEURLRALENYD AVE OF ONE ITEM Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotions IN BURLEY Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotions Studio Enso YOGA WELLNESS 1 8 Page New Client Offer 30 day of unlimited classes for 40 Horizontal NOW OFFERING KIDS AND ONLINE CLASSES Find Us at 2245 Overland Ave Burley studioensodi gmail com Scan Code to see our full schedule of classes and services 11 O c t o b e r 2 0 2 4

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SCIENCE SPOT Falling for STEM During the fall months the science of change is everywhere There is something wonderful about crunchy leaves and pumpkin patches and Halloween parties at school In fact school parties are a great way to explore STEM in the classroom In my experience teachers appreciate parents who can provide support for holiday celebrations One year in my daughter s 5th grade class I volunteered to bring the activity The plan was approved by the teacher and principal but I forgot to tell the other moms that I was providing a science experiment instead of a game Much to their surprise I brought cow eyeballs for the kids to dissect Fun was had by all on that October afternoon even if the other moms needed a bit of convincing Leading up to Halloween the leaves begin to change colors and fall to the ground This provides another opportunity for sensory play Kids can find different shapes to trace make rubbings for art projects and identify the colors that make an appearance after the green pigment breaks down in most deciduous trees Older children can learn about chromatography which is a fancy name for writing or drawing with color Separating the pigments in leaves markers too help us all to understand the principles of pigment and gives kids a behindthe scenes peek at how the leaves change colors each fall Pumpkins provide sensory opportunities in food science as well as STEM crafts Growing the pumpkins from seeds can be the first lesson of the season as kids watch the vines spread and small pumpkins grow to Jack O Lantern sizes Once the pumpkins are ready for carving you can introduce your kids to the parts of the gourd including the fibrous pulp commonly VISIT THESE AND OTHER PLACES FOR FREE WITH YOUR GET OUT PASS ENDLESS FUN ONE Get POAuStSP ass 1 2 Page FOR THE GUARANTEED Horizontal LOWEST PRICE USE PROMO CODE SOUTHERNIDAHOKIDS Get yours at getoutpass com campaign idaho 14 w w w s o u t h e r n i d a h o k i d s c o m

known as the guts You can help kids count seeds before roasting them for a tasty snack Kids can learn about colors and textures as they explore local pumpkin patches and backyard gardens Older kids can measure circumference and weight as they look for the largest pumpkin in the field Thanks to Pinterest and other sources of inspiration decorating pumpkins has become an exercise in creative crafting LED lights and glow in thedark paint make for spooky glows As the days shorten and the weather cools I encourage you to spend time outside as often as possible As the famous saying goes You should sit in nature for 20 minutes a day unless you re busy Then you should sit for an hour Unknown author Amy Christopherson Director CSI Mini Cassia Center and Idaho Science Mom SCIENCE SPOT Smiles 4 Kids 1 2 Page Horizontal 15 O c t o b e r 2 0 2 4

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TEACHER OF THE MONTH Angela Solis 5th Grade Teacher Mountain View Elementary B u r l ey 6 Years in Education sponsored by What is your favorite part about being a teacher Making connections with each student making sure they all feel cared about and that our classroom family is a safe place to learn and grow Something your students might not know about you I am a pretty open book with my class But I actually used to be a rodeo queen and held 4 titles when I was younger A word of advice The bad will always have good and the sad will always have happy Don t get stuck it s just one day Nominated by Haylee Mrs Solis is an amazing teacher wife and mother She shows each student she comes in contact with that she cares She goes above and beyond to make sure her students are engaged and learning and that her teammates are appreciated The Teacher of the Month will receive a Fizz Farm gift card and a cookie party for their class To nominate a teacher visit www southernidahokids com nominate your teacher xxx Sponsor Page Horizontal 18 w w w s o u t h e r n i d a h o k i d s c o m

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