I CAN READ
A lively, fun, up-beat collection of tunes geared to primary and elementary grades with lots of singing along (of course).
There are songs about reading and about the library, songs based on folk tales and current childrens' literature, some
songs to ehance literacy skills and even a song based on the 6-trait writing method! Purly's song "I Can Read" was the
Theme Song of the Texas State Library Summer '04 Reading Club. She sings it in English and in Spanish.
This program is terrific for assemblies, or a wonderful addition to
YOUNG AUTHOR DAY, FAMILY NIGHTS, BOOK WEEK and LITERACY CELEBRATIONS.
Click for more DETAILS on the program.
Click to hear "I Can Read"in English , "I Can Read" in Spanish
or "I'm Gonna Get It" and "Read a Book (on the Wild Side)"

Songs for a Healthy World
This show is a collection of great sing-along tunes about recycling, trees, clean water, garbage,
taking care of the planet and of each other, too!  It’s empowering, educational and fun - with lots of suggestions
for how we can all make a better world.
Click here to listen to a sample from the program: Water,Water-mp3

It’s Good to Know How to Say No!
Every one of us is special, and there are many things we can do to feel good about ourselves.
This program is chock-full of empowering songs to boost self- esteem, independent thinking and
making wiser choices...... a great adjunct for  substance abuse prevention programs,
geared to elementary grades. The program features of audience participation on catchy songs with
messages that 'stick'. Can also be integrated with a visiting speaker for large-group assemblies
(to add interest, balance and variety) or presented class-by-class with discussion.

You and Me
People are alike, but not the same! It’s fun to realize that we have much in common with many others
around the world. There are songs in Spanish and English, celebrating both cultural diversity
and the unique individual. Lots of audience participation, of course!

  Songs of the West
  Mostly traditional tunes about cowboys and cowgirls, and life in the old west - with sing-alongs, recitations,
and maybe even a lesson in how to "wahoo" or spin the flat loop.
All songs encourage audience participation (of course). The Calamity Jane impersonation is optional!
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Mixed Songs & Stories
A sampling of the best of 2+ decades of hits....... plus a story or two.
All sing-alongs or do-alongs. Lively, upbeat, entertaining,
educational, involving AND fun!

Back to the Good Ole'Days
A collection of mostly traditional songs about the farm, farm animals, logging, hunting, quilting
and the way they used to do things in the late 1800's. Lots of audience participation,
with a story or two thrown in if the time is right.

Your Theme Here
With advance notice, Purly can tailor a program to
complement your curriculum, theme or unit.

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            "You were wonderful! I love the way you mix old folksongs and original tunes. The different instruments you play and the little bits of history you throw in to your act make it unique. We all loved the dancing stick man and the word game that went with him this year. I like acts that entertain and educate, and you fit the bill beautifully. Thanks once again for a fantastic performance!"
- Jane Sheaffer/Chair, Children's Chapter Tent, 2002 Central Texas Book Festival