Andrea Koehle Jones

Environmental Journalist and Author Andrea Koehle Jones Releases Atmospheric Single “Lost Again Beneath the Trees”

Andrea Koehle Jones releases “Lost Again Beneath the Trees,” an atmospheric, piano-driven indie-folk song exploring personal and ecological loss. One-stop cleared for film & TV with vocal and instrumental versions available. Now streaming. ▶ Listen on Spotify Andrea Koehle Jones is a Canadian songwriter crafting atmospheric, piano-driven indie-folk shaped by … Read more

Honoured to serve as an advisor to the UNICEF Leading Minds Fellowship on Climate Education

From collecting coins for UNICEF as a child to joining its Climate Education Advisory Group, this is a full-circle moment. UNICEF is launching a Climate Education Advisory Group to support the Leading Minds Climate Education Fellowship, strengthening its governance, learning journey, and system-level impact through intergenerational leadership. The Climate Education … Read more

BOOK DEAL: Don’t Let Ned Plant a tree THERE!

I can finally announce my BIG NEWS! A project that’s been growing behind the scenes for several years is now ready to share, and I’m absolutely thrilled to tell you… DON’T LET NED PLANT A TREE THERE! is officially on the way — and I’m so excited for everyone to … Read more

UNICEF is selecting up to 12 young climate leaders advancing climate education worldwide.

Are you passionate about climate education and transforming the way the world responds to the climate crisis? This is your chance to help reimagine climate education, so that every child, everywhere, grows up prepared, empowered, and able to shape a just and sustainable future. As a Leading Minds Climate Education … Read more

Growing Futures: The ChariTree Foundation Takes Learning Outdoors for Thousands of Children Across Canada

Response to Outdoor Classroom Grant Program Overwhelming as Funding Goes Out to Schools Nationwide FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — November 10, 2025 Kelowna, BC — Thousands of children across Canada are stepping outside to learn, thanks to The ChariTree Foundation’s Outdoor Classroom Grant Program. From Newfoundland and Labrador to British Columbia and the Yukon, … Read more

Book review by children’s author Andrea Koehle Jones

Who Can Sleep When a Book Is This Much Fun? This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book is pure joy! What begins as a cozy hibernation tale quickly bursts into a laugh-out-loud woodland adventure full of wild surprises—from disco balls to jazz flutes—that will have kids (and parents) giggling with … Read more

Apply Now: $5,000 Outdoor Classroom Grant

The ChariTree Foundation is helping bring learning outdoors! The Canadian Outdoor Classroom Grant program is now open — offering $5,000 grants to Canadian schools, summer camps, and registered Canadian charities building outdoor classrooms or children’s learning gardens. “On behalf of our entire school community, I would like to extend our … Read more

Best Nature and Tree Quotes by Canadian Author and Environmentalist Journalist Andrea Koehle Jones

“I’m planting a tree to teach me to make the world a better place.”

― Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees

Students in Newfoundland plant trees inspired by my Wish Trees book!

“Where wishes take root and grow into real change.” A heartfelt thank you to Principal Kelly Pevie at Jakeman All Grade for sharing photos from last week’s incredible tree planting event that kicked off with a reading of The Wish Trees! Nestled in the heart of Gros Morne National Park, … Read more

Be a Hummingbird Changemaker: How Small Actions Create Big Impact (by Andrea Koehle Jones)

Look for my latest article, Be a Hummingbird Changemaker: How Small Actions Create Big Impact, featured in the upcoming two-page spread in EcoParent Magazine. This issue’s theme is Sustainable Solutions. Stay tuned for fun ideas on outdoor learning, connecting kids with nature, and simple ways to embrace sustainable living as … Read more