Rise above the Judean Desert and discover how a solitary rock plateau became one of the most extraordinary natural and human crossroads on Earth. Survey the dramatic sweep of the Dead Sea below, explore the surprising wildlife that thrives on sun-scorched cliffs, from griffon vultures to the ibex, and learn how desert organisms survive at the very edge of what life allows. Through poetic verse, vivid illustrations, and fascinating real-world facts, this book reveals the science of desert adaptation, geological time, and the forces that carved this ancient formation from the earth. A celebration of endurance and perspective, it invites readers to see Masada as a place where nature and history have always told the same story.
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.
Can You Read Masada National Park?
Can You Read Masada National Park?
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Meet the Artist: Marie Shoup
Hi, I’m Marie, and I loved illustrating this story. I was actually in Israel in 2018, and Masada National Park was part of the tour. I felt a deep connection to illustrating this book as a result of that. One of my creative outlets is Faithbooking, and after I returned from Israel, I created this two-page spread that inspired me in several of my illustrations. I hope this story and these illustrations give you a glimpse of the site’s grandeur and immerse you in the Zealots’ desire for freedom.
I have loved art since I was a little girl and have expressed it in many different ways throughout my life. At the age of 62, I illustrated my first children’s book, “Who Shaped the Snowflakes?” Since then, I have also illustrated two other books, “Who Painted the Leaves?” and “Joy.”
