The Rowan Prince – Written and Told by Danny English
This enchanting story begins in a beautiful English forest many years ago. From the heart of a majestic Rowan tree, a sweet baby boy is born and soon discovered by a loving Queen. She and the King raise the child as their own, with the Queen nurturing his deep connection to nature throughout his early years.
However, as the boy grows older, the King insists he learn the ways of the kingdom. The young prince becomes a skilled hunter, woodsman, farmer, and eventually a soldier. One day, as he rides out to battle, he finds himself in a woodland that feels strangely familiar, drawing him back to his roots.
After the story, consider these activities to help you connect with nature:
1. Find a Rowan tree and visit it in each season, observing how it changes throughout the year.
2. Try making Rowan jelly, a fun and rewarding activity in late summer.
3. Rowan trees are considered sacred and bring good luck when planted near a home. Plant your own Rowan tree to bring nature's blessings into your garden.
Let the story of The Rowan Prince inspire you to deepen your connection with the natural world around you.