"Over and over again, . . . nothing is ever lost." When old stories are told anew, it's the perfect recycling. Fran Stallings' new CD, Stories and Songs for a Green Earth shares the message of caring for the planet that nurtures us all. From the colorful rain forest beetles to the beavers that help make our rivers good habitation, to Asian Vultures,"everybody has a Place to Be." Stories from many cultures remind us that everywhere is someone's backyard, and from King Midas' gold to the Japanese"Melting Herb," every choice has consequences. --Mary GarrettI thoroughly enjoyed your CD. Your CD is a unique combination of"Fact-tales" and folktales that works very well. I loved listening to each tale to discover what new tidbit of information I could glean from it. Your research on discreet issues of which others may be unaware is truly enlightening and you’ve encapsulated it so well with fun and well told folktales. I would imagine that any elementary teacher desiring to add to a study of the environment would be delighted share to share Stories and Songs for a Green Earth with her class. It makes for entertaining and informative drive time too! --Shelby Smith, environmental educator TipiTellersComplete lyrics, background information on the stories, and suggested follow-up activities can be found in the"on-liner notes" at http://www.franstallings.com/GreenEarthCD.