Join Aki on an amazing adventure through England's wildest National Park! Discover ancient ponies galloping across purple heather moors, red deer hiding in shadowy woodlands, and otters playing in crystal-clear streams. From the highest sea cliffs in England to Europe's darkest starry skies, this enchanting journey reveals Exmoor's fascinating history and the magic of nature that has captivated visitors for thousands of years. This inspiring adventure teaches young readers to love and protect the natural world, empowering them to become tomorrow's nature guardians.
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… Exmoor National Park? Age-Appropriate Learning Guide
Ages 7–8
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Ancient rocks, fossils, wild ponies, and foggy moors.
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Art: Dramatic, moody landscapes spark curiosity.
Ages 8–10
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How seas became moors, Dark Sky stargazing, bog plants, and ancient history.
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Art: Diagrams and species guides reveal ecosystems.
Ages 10–12
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Climate change, conservation efforts, and scientific monitoring.
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Art: Visual storytelling connects beauty and preservation.
Can You Read Exmoor National Park?
Can You Read Exmoor National Park?
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Meet the Artist - Becky
I’m Becky, and I live in the South West of England in a village near the historic town of Bath. Ever since I was a child I’ve always had a deep fascination of the natural world, from the camping trips as a child where I was allowed to roam the fields, climb trees and get lost looking for creatures in rockpools at the beach.
I was once studying to be a park ranger, then a marine biologist, I actually haf a place in a prestigious university to study marine biology, until I realised that art was my true calling. You’ll never find me without a sketchbook, and every piece
of art begins with a sketch. A line that builds and twirls, then becomes the animal or landscape living on the page, to me, that is just magical. I’ve always had a deep connection with nature, and I express it
through my art and writing. I’ve even written two fantasy novels where the power of the natural world is ever present.
I've visited Exmoor many times, loving the rugged wildness of the moors and the fossil laden beaches to the north. I still prize a fossil found on the beach there, metallic green telling of a time so long ago... I have many happy memories there even looking out for a possible sighting of what has been dubbed as the “Exmoor Beast”, likely just a legend of course. I love the eritage of Exmoor, its steam railways, beaches, rugged moorland mystery and of course its wildlife. It’s one of the UK’s smallest national parks, but its not lacking in biodiversity.
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In our fast changing world, I believe its important to rediscover the world of nature and preserve it before its too late.
So I hope my work inspires you to find solace, peace and fascination in the vast ever-changing and extraordinary world we live in. -
