Step into the red rock world of Arches and discover how water, wind, and time have carved one of the most otherworldly landscapes on Earth. Follow the slow, dramatic story of sandstone fins transformed into windows and spans, and learn how desert creatures, from kangaroo rats to canyon wrens, thrive where almost nothing seems possible. Through poetic verse, vivid illustrations, and fascinating real-world facts, this book reveals the science of erosion, desert adaptation, and geological deep time. A celebration of patience and wonder, it invites readers to see Arches as proof that the most extraordinary things take the longest to make.
N. M. Rosen, using the pen name Professor Stork, is a devoted champion of early childhood education and nature-based learning. Through his Can You Read Nature Series, he brings science and exploration to life, making it fun and accessible for young readers. His books inspire curiosity, wonder, and a deeper connection to the natural world.
Can You Read Nature? is designed for the entire family. From curious 5-year-olds on their first hike to grandparents rediscovering the natural world, our books enhance every natural experience. Read before you go, see ten times more when you are there.
Museum-quality illustrations, by professional artists from around the globe, make every page worth lingering over, the young attracted by the bright colors, the experienced drawn to the incredible detail in the artwork.
Books in the Junior Adventurer series are crafted for early readers and young explorers, with reading and science levels perfect for ages 5–10 and clearly marked on the cover. All other guides are written for families, hiking buddies, and nature lovers of any age, layered so that children grow into them and adults never outgrow them.
Can You Read Arches National Park?
Can You Read Arches National Park?
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Meet the Artist - Elena Kochetova
From my earliest days helping my mother plant tulips and gather flower seeds, I've always felt a deep connection to nature.
Though I live worlds away from Arches National Park, I spent countless hours studying photos and videos of its magnificent stone arches to bring them to life on these pages.
Each illustration begins as a tiny sketch, growing like a seed into a colorful story that captures the wonder of the natural world.
Whether I'm drawing the towering arches of Utah or the delicate petals of garden flowers, I hope my artwork inspires young readers to explore, observe, and protect the beautiful world around us. After all, I believe that when children connect with nature early in life, it plants the seeds for a lifetime of curiosity and care for our environment.
Just as every garden needs tender loving care to flourish, each page in this book was carefully crafted-from the first pencil marks to the final splash of color. Through my illustrations, I'm inviting you to join me in discovering the amazing connections between plants, animals, and the places they call home.