The First State of Being Levi Hastings is in search of an

is in search of an exciting life and has decided that West Philly is where she's going to find it

like a graduation or a wedding

As the first competition approaches

she visits archives

At least she has Esme

The First State of Being Levi Hastings is in search of anWhen twelve year old Michael Rosario meets a mysterious boy from the future, his life is changed forever. From bestselling author Erin Entrada Kelly, winner of the Newbery Medal for Hello, Universe and a Newbery Honor for We Dream of Space, this novel explores themes of family, friendship, trust, and forgiveness. The First State of Being is for fans of Rebecca Steads When You Reach Me. It's August 1999. For twelve year old Michael Rosario, life at Fox