Set against the backdrop of the impending Challenger space shuttle launch of 1986, 'We Dream of Space' by Erin Entrada Kelly is a moving portrayal of the Nelson Thomas siblings—Cash, Fitch, and Bird—as they navigate the complexities of family, growth, and ambition. Cash faces the possibility of repeating seventh grade, Fitch battles his temper, and Bird clings to her dream of commanding a NASA shuttle. They orbit their own lives within a troubled household until an inspired school project led by Ms. Salonga and the transformative events surrounding the Challenger launch bring them together in unforeseen ways. Through their distinct perspectives, we witness a story of resilience, connection, and the boundless realm of space that mirrors their personal voyages.