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. Andrea Koehle Jones is a Canadian songwriter crafting atmospheric, piano-driven indie-folk shaped by emotional clarity and quiet … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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
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
Upcycling is for the birds! BY ANDREA KOEHLE JONES, EcoParent Magazine, 08 APRIL, 2025 A milk carton is more than just a container for milk—especially for the birds! It’s surprising how many end up in landfills, but with a bit of resourcefulness and creativity, kids can turn them into something amazing in … Read more