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September 16, 2021
COVER REVEAL: New book covers for The Wish Trees
Here are the new book covers for both the paperback and Kindle editions of The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place.
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July 27, 2021
Talking to kids about climate change
“Climate change is the greatest threat facing humanity today and our kids will hear about it in school, on the news and from friends so I think it's critical that we talk to them about it.” – Tzeporah Berman, environmentalist, author, and the international program director of Stand.Earth.
July 19, 2021
The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place (2nd edition launch)
The Wish Trees was originally just an environmental education tool for Andrea's children's tree planting work in Africa but it grew in popularity and tree quotes from the book started going viral like:
“I’m planting a tree to teach me to gather strength from my deepest roots.”― Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees
Andrea is now seeking representation for other environmentally themed picture books and a middle grade manuscript she is currently revising.
Andrea loves giving copies to children and teachers she works with especially at schools with environmental education programs as well as orphanages in Africa. There has been more interest in the book recently due to climate change, so she added a new updated version with a non-fiction STEM how-to feature called How to Plant a Wish Tree.
Contact Andrea if you hear of an outstanding agent interested in environmentally themed children's books.
About The Wish Trees
Inspiring and uplifting, The Wish Trees is rooted in the idea that every child can help make the world a better place. This whimsical children's book introduces young readers to the fun of tree planting as they meet kids around the globe planting Wish Trees and making wishes.
Kids will discover the wonder of trees and enjoy searching for different animals and tree names with each new page. Thoughtful, empowering and beautifully written by journalist and children's environmental education advocate Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees features illustrations by New York Times best-selling illustrator Alicia Padrón. The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place will inspire little tree planters and wishers everywhere.
This edition of The Wish Trees includes a bonus: “How to Plant a Wish Tree.”
Subjects LCSH: Trees-juvenile literature.
Children's Forest & Tree Books
Children's Environment & Ecology Books
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
is available on the Library of Congress website.
ISBN: 9798525159419
Imprint: Independently published
First published: 2008
Second edition: 2021
To make sure your tree grows healthy and happy, talk to your parents and teachers about choosing the best tree seedling for your planting area. Also they can help you find a safe and legal place to plant it. Another fun way to plant a tree is through an organization that plants trees like The ChariTree Foundation — the children’s environmental education charity.
The tree-friendly paperless Kindle edition launched on July 4, 2021 and the paperback will launch in August, 2021.
More reviews
"Beautiful illustrations and text pair to show the wonderful ways children can connect with nature through a single wish tree. The text is poetic and soothing, but simple enough for young listeners and young independent readers. A great gift for nature-loving kids and a wonderful addition to any classroom, library, or home." — Kate
“Wonderful environmental theme in a book kids enjoy. Postive and uplifting theme. Beautifully illustrated. Printed on recycled paper. Be sure to check out the Love Trees website where, for a small donation, a tree will be planted for your special child, teacher, etc. and that person will receive a “tree certificate” with their name on it.” – Cirroc
“I love this book. I love the warmth of the illustrations, I love the language of the book and I love the feeling that I have when reading it. This is certainly a feel-good book that focuses on wishes we make throughout our life… simple, basic wishes… pure and genuine. We wish for shelter, friendship, memories, and yes, mountain bikes too!” – Heather
“A lovely book which will make you do something good after reading it. A book with message for all. Its quite amusing and the illustrations are fantastic.” – Famma
“This reminds me…I want to plant a tree in our garden. ?Such simple but environmental and inspirational book.” – Vim
“I was looking for a book for my niece , so that she can improve her English reading skill. I think the book is amazing with its simple sentences , and beautiful drawings. Thank you.” – Halal
“Fantastic book! I purchased this book as a sample to view before purchasing a larger quantity as part of a holiday gift. The graphics are great and the unique stories/characters on each page were heartwarming. I recommend this book for all children!” – Melanie
“I loved it… I have a two year old girl and read a small paragraph before she goes to sleep. I finished and and we enjoyed every second of it. It has so much imagination and very simple. I want a tree. ♥” – Rosario
July 16, 2021
The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place (2nd edition launch)
The Wish Trees was originally just an environmental education tool for Andrea's children's tree planting work in Africa but it grew in popularity and tree quotes from the book started going viral like:
“I’m planting a tree to teach me to gather strength from my deepest roots.”― Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees
Andrea is now seeking representation for other environmentally themed picture books and a middle grade manuscript she is currently revising.
Andrea loves giving copies to children and teachers she works with especially at schools with environmental education programs as well as orphanages in Africa. There has been more interest in the book recently due to climate change, so she added a new updated version with a non-fiction STEM how-to feature called How to Plant a Wish Tree.
Contact Andrea if you hear of an outstanding agent interested in environmentally themed children's books.
About The Wish Trees
Inspiring and uplifting, The Wish Trees is rooted in the idea that every child can help make the world a better place. Pre-readers and early readers will love turning the pages to reveal children planting Wish Trees. Kids will discover the wonder of trees and enjoy searching for different animals and signs with each new page. Thoughtful, empowering and beautifully written by journalist and children's environmental education advocate Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees features illustrations by New York Times best-selling illustrator Alicia Padrón.
This second edition includes bonus material: How to Plant a Wish Tree
The tree-friendly paperless Kindle edition launched on July 4, 2021 and the paperback will launch on July 30, 2021.
The second edition will be released in July 2021. The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place includes How to Plant a Wish Tree.
More reviews
“Wonderful environmental theme in a book kids enjoy. Postive and uplifting theme. Beautifully illustrated. Printed on recycled paper. Be sure to check out the Love Trees website where, for a small donation, a tree will be planted for your special child, teacher, etc. and that person will receive a “tree certificate” with their name on it.” – Cirroc
“I love this book. I love the warmth of the illustrations, I love the language of the book and I love the feeling that I have when reading it. This is certainly a feel-good book that focuses on wishes we make throughout our life… simple, basic wishes… pure and genuine. We wish for shelter, friendship, memories, and yes, mountain bikes too!” – Heather
“A lovely book which will make you do something good after reading it. A book with message for all. Its quite amusing and the illustrations are fantastic.” – Famma
“This reminds me…I want to plant a tree in our garden. ?Such simple but environmental and inspirational book.” – Vim
“I was looking for a book for my niece , so that she can improve her English reading skill. I think the book is amazing with its simple sentences , and beautiful drawings. Thank you.” – Halal
“Fantastic book! I purchased this book as a sample to view before purchasing a larger quantity as part of a holiday gift. The graphics are great and the unique stories/characters on each page were heartwarming. I recommend this book for all children!” – Melanie
“I loved it… I have a two year old girl and read a small paragraph before she goes to sleep. I finished and and we enjoyed every second of it. It has so much imagination and very simple. I want a tree. ♥” – Rosario
How protecting forests can safeguard us from future pandemics
“It’s no secret that a walk in the woods makes everyone feel better. When we introduce kids to the wonders and biodiversity of forests, they will be more likely to protect them for future generations, and right now, protecting forests around the world may be vital in preventing future pandemics.” – Andrea Koehle Jones, Children’s environmental education advocate and founder of The ChariTree Foundation.
Pandemics and Deforestation: Scientists warn the next deadly pandemic could be looming if we don’t take steps now to protect forests. Plus check out these five fun ways families can help protect forests. READ MORE
Andrea Koehle Jones is the founder and executive director of The ChariTree Foundation. This little Canadian charity is dedicated to supporting accessible nature-based environmental education opportunities for children and youth across Canada and around the world.
Children’s Book Review: Pando
by Kate Allen Fox (Author), Turine Tran (Illustrator)
Book review by Andrea Koehle Jones, children’s environmental education advocate, author and founder of The ChariTree Foundation.
“Near a humming highway, a giant forest stands firm. Thousands of trees—almost exactly alike—whisper in the wind…”
Explore one of the world's oldest and largest living things — a single quaking aspen named Pando. At first you might think this is a book about a really, really big tree. Turns out Pando is actually an Aspen grove that grew from one seed into 47,000 clones sharing a single root system!
Pando: A Living Wonder of Trees is an outstanding children’s STEM book about connectivity and resilience. Majestically illustrated by award-winning artist Turine Tran and filled with the latest tree science, Pando is an inspiring tribute to a Utah grove of quaking Aspen.
Author Kate Allen Fox beautifully blends nonfiction and poetry to introduce young readers' to the wonder and vastness of Pando, the challenges it faces, and how we all can stand up for Pando and be part of the solution.
She also provides readers with easy to understand, well-researched, tree facts at the back of the book.
Pando is an intriguing example of how we all may seem to stand alone as individuals but really we are all in this together.
"Like trees linked by their roots, people, animals, and plants are all connected. We can make a world where we all have room to grow."
I hope kids (and adults) everywhere get a chance to read Pando. I love trees and I love this tree book!
Themes explored:
tree science and ecology and that nature isn’t always what it seems
forest connectivity and cooperation
compassion for trees
tree conservation (You can help save Pando by supporting various environmental organizations like Western Aspen Alliance.)
🌎🌏🌍🌎🌍 5/5👍
Preorder hardcover copies Pando: A Living Wonder of Trees from your local indie bookseller, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.
Tree friendly, paper-free Pando e-books are available now on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.
Image: Pando: A Living Wonder of Trees by Kate Allen Fox and Turine Tran ⓒ Capstone EditionsAbout the Author
Kate Allen Fox is a children’s author from Southern California. After a career as a public health professional, she combined her passions for research and writing and began writing picture books about science and nature.
Her debut picture book, Pando, A Living Wonder of Trees, will be published by Capstone in 2021. Her writing has appeared in several publications, including The New York Times.
About the Illustrator
Award-winning artist Turine Tran takes inspiration from children, friends, nature, and her happy childhood. Through nostalgic, dreamy images, Turine invites readers to a world where a tiny wildflower can become a fantastic wonder.
Born and raised in Saigon, Vietnam, Turine began her art study in 2001. Her journey led her to Singapore, France, and Scotland, where she obtained a masters of art degree in illustration from the prestigious Edinburgh College of Art. She went on to earn a PhD in the field. Besides making books to delight children and adults alike, Turine teaches illustration and is learning to cook and garden. She lives in Saigon with her two dogs.
Title: Pando: A Living Wonder of Trees
Publisher: Capstone Editions (August 1, 2021)
Literary Agent: Mary Cummings of Betsy Amster Literary
Publication Date: August 1, 2021
ISBN: 1684462770
For ages: 8 - 11 years
Type: Nonfiction picture book
All environmental children’s book reviews by Andrea Koehle Jones.
Andrea receives review copies from publishers and authors from time to time, with no implied promise that the books will be reviewed favourably or at all.
June 15, 2021
COVER REVEAL: The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place (2nd edition launch)
“I’m planting a tree to teach me to gather strength from my deepest roots.”― Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees
This 2021 edition of The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place includes a bonus: “How to Plant a Wish Tree. There has been more interest in the book recently due to climate change, so the author added a new updated version with a non-fiction STEM how-to feature called How to Plant a Wish Tree.
100% of profits from this book will be donated to The ChariTree Foundation and other children's environmental education projects. Andrea loves giving copies to children and teachers she works with especially at schools with environmental education programs as well as orphanages in Africa.
Andrea is now seeking representation for other environmentally themed picture books and a middle grade manuscript she is currently revising.
Contact Andrea if you hear of an outstanding agent interested in environmentally themed children's picture books about wildfires, ocean plastics...
About The Wish Trees
Inspiring and uplifting, The Wish Trees is rooted in the idea that every child can help make the world a better place. This whimsical children's book introduces young readers to the fun of tree planting as they meet kids around the globe planting Wish Trees and making wishes.
Kids will discover the wonder of trees and enjoy searching for different animals and tree names with each new page. Thoughtful, empowering and beautifully written by journalist and children's environmental education advocate Andrea Koehle Jones, The Wish Trees features illustrations by New York Times best-selling illustrator Alicia Padrón. The Wish Trees: How Planting Trees Can Help Make the World a Better Place will inspire little tree planters and wishers everywhere.
Discover how to plant a tree
Young children will fall in love with trees, learn how trees can help our planet and begin to understand that they are never too little to help the world. This second edition of The Wish Trees includes a bonus: “How to Plant a Wish Tree.”
Subjects LCSH: Trees-juvenile literature.
Children's Forest & Tree Books
Children's Environment & Ecology Books
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
is available on the Library of Congress website.
ISBN: 9798525159419
Imprint: Independently published
First published: 2008
Second edition: 2021
To make sure your tree grows healthy and happy, talk to your parents and teachers about choosing the best tree seedling for your planting area. Also they can help you find a safe and legal place to plant it. Another fun way to plant a tree is through an organization that plants trees like The ChariTree Foundation — the children’s environmental education charity.
The tree-friendly paperless Kindle edition will launon July 4, 2021 and the paperback will launch in August, 2021.
More reviews
"Beautiful illustrations and text pair to show the wonderful ways children can connect with nature through a single wish tree. The text is poetic and soothing, but simple enough for young listeners and young independent readers. A great gift for nature-loving kids and a wonderful addition to any classroom, library, or home." — Kate
“Wonderful environmental theme in a book kids enjoy. Postive and uplifting theme. Beautifully illustrated. Printed on recycled paper. Be sure to check out the Love Trees website where, for a small donation, a tree will be planted for your special child, teacher, etc. and that person will receive a “tree certificate” with their name on it.” – Cirroc
“I love this book. I love the warmth of the illustrations, I love the language of the book and I love the feeling that I have when reading it. This is certainly a feel-good book that focuses on wishes we make throughout our life… simple, basic wishes… pure and genuine. We wish for shelter, friendship, memories, and yes, mountain bikes too!” – Heather
“A lovely book which will make you do something good after reading it. A book with message for all. Its quite amusing and the illustrations are fantastic.” – Famma
“This reminds me…I want to plant a tree in our garden. ?Such simple but environmental and inspirational book.” – Vim
“I was looking for a book for my niece , so that she can improve her English reading skill. I think the book is amazing with its simple sentences , and beautiful drawings. Thank you.” – Halal
“Fantastic book! I purchased this book as a sample to view before purchasing a larger quantity as part of a holiday gift. The graphics are great and the unique stories/characters on each page were heartwarming. I recommend this book for all children!” – Melanie
“I loved it… I have a two year old girl and read a small paragraph before she goes to sleep. I finished and and we enjoyed every second of it. It has so much imagination and very simple. I want a tree. ♥” – Rosario
April 8, 2021
How protecting forests can safeguard us from future pandemics
Pandemics and Deforestation: Scientists warn the next deadly pandemic could be looming if we don’t take steps now to protect forests. Plus check out these five fun ways families can help protect forests. READ MORE
Andrea Koehle Jones is the founder and executive director of The ChariTree Foundation. This little Canadian charity is dedicated to supporting accessible nature-based environmental education opportunities for children and youth across Canada and around the world.
April 7, 2021
Children’s Book Review: Pando
by Kate Allen Fox (Author), Turine Tran (Illustrator)
Book review by Andrea Koehle Jones, children’s environmental education advocate, author and founder of The ChariTree Foundation.
“Near a humming highway, a giant forest stands firm. Thousands of trees—almost exactly alike—whisper in the wind…”
Explore one of the world's oldest and largest living things — a single quaking aspen named Pando. At first you might think this is a book about a really, really big tree. Turns out Pando is actually an Aspen grove that grew from one seed into 47,000 clones sharing a single root system!
Pando: A Living Wonder of Trees is an outstanding children’s STEM book about connectivity and resilience. Majestically illustrated by award-winning artist Turine Tran and filled with the latest tree science, Pando is an inspiring tribute to a Utah grove of quaking Aspen.
Author Kate Allen Fox beautifully blends nonfiction and poetry to introduce young readers' to the wonder and vastness of Pando, the challenges it faces, and how we all can stand up for Pando and be part of the solution.
She also provides readers with easy to understand, well-researched, tree facts at the back of the book.
Pando is an intriguing example of how we all may seem to stand alone as individuals but really we are all in this together.
"Like trees linked by their roots, people, animals, and plants are all connected. We can make a world where we all have room to grow."
I hope kids (and adults) everywhere get a chance to read Pando. I love trees and I love this tree book!
Themes explored:
tree science and ecology and that nature isn’t always what it seems
forest connectivity and cooperation
compassion for trees
tree conservation (You can help save Pando by supporting various environmental organizations like Western Aspen Alliance.)
🌎🌏🌍🌎🌍 5/5👍
Preorder Pando: A Living Wonder of Trees from your local indie bookseller, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.
Image: Pando: A Living Wonder of Trees by Kate Allen Fox and Turine Tran ⓒ Capstone EditionsAbout the Author
Kate Allen Fox is a children’s author from Southern California. After a career as a public health professional, she combined her passions for research and writing and began writing picture books about science and nature.
Her debut picture book, Pando, A Living Wonder of Trees, will be published by Capstone in 2021. Her writing has appeared in several publications, including The New York Times.
About the Illustrator
Award-winning artist Turine Tran takes inspiration from children, friends, nature, and her happy childhood. Through nostalgic, dreamy images, Turine invites readers to a world where a tiny wildflower can become a fantastic wonder.
Born and raised in Saigon, Vietnam, Turine began her art study in 2001. Her journey led her to Singapore, France, and Scotland, where she obtained a masters of art degree in illustration from the prestigious Edinburgh College of Art. She went on to earn a PhD in the field. Besides making books to delight children and adults alike, Turine teaches illustration and is learning to cook and garden. She lives in Saigon with her two dogs.
Title: Pando: A Living Wonder of Trees
Publisher: Capstone Editions (August 1, 2021)
Literary Agent: Mary Cummings of Betsy Amster Literary
Publication Date: August 1, 2021
ISBN: 1684462770
For ages: 8 - 11 years
Type: Nonfiction picture book
All environmental children’s book reviews by Andrea Koehle Jones.
Andrea receives review copies from publishers and authors from time to time, with no implied promise that the books will be reviewed favourably or at all.
March 24, 2021
How protecting forests can safeguard us from future pandemics
Pandemics and Deforestation: Scientists warn the next deadly pandemic could be looming if we don’t take steps now to protect forests. Plus check out these five fun ways families can help protect forests.
Andrea Koehle Jones is the founder and executive director of The ChariTree Foundation. This little Canadian charity is dedicated to supporting accessible nature-based environmental education opportunities for children and youth across Canada and around the world.
