The First State of Being
by Erin Entrada Kelly
36 Total Resources 3 Awards Book Resume View Text Complexity Discover Like Books
- Grade
- 5-8
- Genre
- Historical Fiction
- Science Fiction / Fantasy
- Cultural Experience
- Asian American
- Multiracial / Mixed Race
Year Published 2024
- Text Complexity
- Lexile Level: Currently Not Available
- ATOS Reading Level: Currently Not Available
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- Curricular Area
- English Language Arts
- Lists With This Book
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Our Original Resources 5
Audio Name Pronunciation with Erin Entrada Kelly
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Historical Fiction Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Submit Qualitative Text Complexity Rubric
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About the Author 3
Author Interviews 19
Interview with Erin Entrada Kelly
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Interview with Erin Entrada Kelly
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Telling Authentic Stories Panel Discussion with Erin Entrada Kelly
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Interview with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On growing up a reader with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On beginning as a writer with Erin Entrada Kelly
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Learning about the world of publishing with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On putting something creative out in the universe with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On seeing herself in a book with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On building compassion and empathy through books with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On her writing process with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On subtlety and economy with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On giving voice to quiet characters with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On ways to be mighty with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On honesty from young readers with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On where her stories come from with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On celebrating Filipino culture with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On writing for children with Erin Entrada Kelly
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On why book choice matters with Erin Entrada Kelly
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Book Guides, Activities & Lessons 4
Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Historical Fiction Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Educator's Guide from HarperCollins
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Book Readings 1
Audiobook Excerpt narrated by Ramon de Ocampo
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Awards & Distinctions 3
Junior Library Guild Selections, 2012-2024
Elementary Selection, 2024
Recent Book Award Winners & Honorees
Finalist, 2024
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