Explore Boise Like Never Before
A Kid's Guide to Boise transforms how children experience Idaho's capital city. This activity guide puts young explorers in control, helping them discover the best food spots, play areas, and hidden gems throughout Boise.
What Makes This Guide Special
Written specifically for kids, this guide speaks their language and focuses on what matters to them. Whether visiting for a few days or living in Boise, children can use this book to plan adventures, create personal bucket lists, and become true experts on their city.
Inside the Guide
The book includes practical tips for finding fun food options that kids actually want to eat, not just what adults think they should try. It maps out the best places to play, from parks to interactive venues, and highlights discoveries that most visitors miss.
Sample tours provide ready-made itineraries for short visits, taking the guesswork out of planning. For residents, the bucket list format encourages ongoing exploration, turning everyday free time into opportunities for adventure.
Perfect For
Families planning a Boise vacation will find this guide invaluable for keeping kids engaged and excited about the trip. Parents moving to Boise can use it to help children adjust and feel at home in their new city. Local families discover that even longtime residents learn something new about places they've never explored.
Educational and Entertaining
Beyond simple entertainment, this guide teaches children to observe their environment, plan activities, and make decisions about how they spend their time. Kids develop navigation skills, learn to research destinations, and gain confidence in exploring their surroundings.
The Author's Perspective
Rick Just brings local knowledge and understanding of what captures children's attention. His approach makes Boise accessible and exciting for young readers, turning the city into a playground of possibilities.
Format and Use
The paperback format makes this guide easy to carry during outings or reference at home when planning the next adventure. Kids can mark their favorite spots, add notes about their experiences, and track which activities they've completed on their bucket list.
Whether you're new to Boise or have lived here for years, A Kid's Guide to Boise reveals the city from a fresh perspective. Children become the experts, sharing discoveries with friends and family, and developing a deeper connection to their community.
