The First State of Being Levi Hastings Then he meets Nico

Then he meets Nico

Pura Belpré Award–winning author-illustrator Raúl the Third

like a graduation or a wedding

As the first competition approaches

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

The First State of Being Levi Hastings Then he meets NicoWhen 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