Discover what it means to stand in the presence of the oldest and largest living things on Earth, giant sequoia trees. Walk among colossal ancient trunks, explore the remarkable survival strategies of creatures from black bears to chickarees, and learn how fire, long feared and misunderstood, is actually the secret force behind the sequoia's renewal. Through poetic verse, vivid illustrations, and fascinating real-world facts, this book reveals the science of giant tree biology, fire ecology, and mountain ecosystems. A celebration of scale and resilience, it invites readers to see the sequoia forest as nature's most humbling reminder that some things are worth protecting forever.

Author and educator Neil Rosen is passionate about the transformative power of books on children and their families. He writes books that unite families and empower parents, caregivers, and children to impact their community positively. Neil's latest project, Can You Read Nature? encourages families to spend more intentional time outdoors to nurture future generations of environmental stewards.

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.