Therese M. Shea

Four alien youngsters make a pizza. They explain the colors of each ingredient they add to it. An alien Mom says they made a good lunch and is happy they took charge of making lunch.

Readers meet some colorful characters who enjoy a festive luau, complete with grass skirts and dancing. Books of the Neighborhood Readers Program build early literacy skills, introduce important content-area language, and help develop speaking and writing skills. They can be integrated into any existing language arts or core reading programs.

A young girl enjoys the sights and thrills of the Fourth of July with her loved ones. She sees American flags, a baseball game, and fireworks.

It's time to set the table for a very special and important celebration. Readers of all backgrounds will enjoy learning about the celebration of Kwanzaa. Books of the Neighborhood Readers Program build early literacy skills, introduce important content-area language, and help develop speaking and writing skills. They can be integrated into any existing language arts or core reading programs.