THE benefits of recycling were spelt out to primary school pupils yesterday.
Children from St Paul's RC Primary School, in Billingham, were joined by Stockton Borough Council's recycling mascot, Freda the Frog.
They were also visited by a recycling collection team and a sorting vehicle.
Children also got the chance to help sort some waste for recycling.
Councillor Steve Nelson, the council's cabinet member for the environment, said: "Talking to youngsters about the importance of recycling and environmental issues is vital as they are the future generation.
"Freda the Frog is a great way of getting a serious message across in a fun way and stressing how important it is to recycle at home and at school."
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