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Andrea Koehle Jones

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Andrea Koehle Jones is the author of Don't Let Ned Plant a Tree THERE! (spring 2026), The Wish Trees (2008 & 2021 edition): How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place,

Andrea is also a Canadian climate journalist, author, and award-winning advocate for children’s environmental education. She’s also a former daily newspaper reporter and news photographer, and a CBC Newsworld and CBC Kids writer/producer. A Women for Nature mentor and United Nations Climate Observer, Andrea brings a global lens to environmental storytelling for kids.

She founded The ChariTree Foundation and brings extensive experience documenting children’s environmental education initiatives across rural South Africa, Zambia, and Kenya. Her next photo assignm
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Andrea Koehle Jones Right now, I am working on several fiction and nonfiction environmental picture books plus a YA book called "The Hummingbird Trees."…moreRight now, I am working on several fiction and nonfiction environmental picture books plus a YA book called "The Hummingbird Trees."(less)
Andrea Koehle Jones I love helping children and youth around the world discover the joy of planting trees. Every child who has planted a tree inspired me to write The Wis…moreI love helping children and youth around the world discover the joy of planting trees. Every child who has planted a tree inspired me to write The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place. These young tree planters are the changemakers of tomorrow!(less)
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Huge thanks to Principal Kelly Pevie for sharing photos f...

Huge thanks to Principal Kelly Pevie for sharing photos from Jakeman All Grades’ tree planting event in Gros Morne National Park—launched with a reading of The Wish Trees book! 🌱🌲 Supported by Parks Canada & The ChariTree Foundation.#OutdoorLearning #childrensbooks
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A Hibernation Story Gone Hilariously Wrong (In the Best Way!)

This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book is pure joy! What starts as a cozy hibernation tale quickly turns into a laugh-out-loud adventure full of wild surprises—from disco balls to jazz flutes—that
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New Friends, Big Roars!
A dino-mite story about making new friends! Santiago proves you don’t need perfect words—just a big love of dinosaurios and a brave heart. A fun-osaurus adventure for anyone starting something new!
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The Wish Trees by Andrea Koehle Jones
"Children’s tree planting book beautifully introduces children to the wonder of trees and the power of tree planting.

This is a wonderful book that introduces children to the importance of trees to our planet and the idea that you are never too little " Read more of this review »
The Wish Trees by Andrea Koehle Jones
""The Wish Trees" is a poetic children's book with a critical message. Through thoughtful text and exquisite illustrations, the reader is reminded of the value of planting trees. But there's a twist! Why not personalize your seedling with a wish? A "s" Read more of this review »
The Wish Trees by Andrea Koehle Jones
"This sweet book written by Andrea Koehle Jones and illustrated by Alicia Padrón is beautiful, inspiring, and heartwarming. It's a perfect reminder of the role trees play in our daily lives, the relationship humans can have with nature, and the wishes" Read more of this review »
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If a Bumblebee Lands on Your Toe by Cynthia Mackey
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If a Bumblebee Lands on Your Toe is a gentle, poetic invitation to explore the natural world with curiosity and courage. Cynthia Mackey’s uplifting lyrical text—“Breathe. Sloooowly, like a garden snail inching under a daisy on a rainy day”—wraps read ...more
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“I'm planting a tree to teach me to gather strength from my deepest roots.”
Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place

“I’m planting a tree to remind me to be open and kindhearted.”
Andrea Koehle Jones

“I’m planting a tree to stand by me when I feel alone.”
Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place

“I'm planting a tree to teach me to gather strength from my deepest roots.”
Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place

“Trees teach us the generosity, bravery and beauty of letting go.”
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“You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars. In the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul.”
Max Ehrmann

“I’m planting a tree to stand by me when I feel alone.”
Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place

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