Since she was a child

and Faerie itself

An empowering celebration of identity

which seems like an alarming omen given that she is also feeling unwell

The First State of Being Children's Books on Difficult Discussions Since she was a childWhen 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