A New Dr. Seuss Book Emerges: ‘Sing the 50 United States’ to be Released This Summer
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The much-anticipated news of a new Dr. Seuss book has arrived! The manuscript for ‘Sing the 50 United States!’ by the legendary children’s book author was discovered in the archives of the Geisel Library at UC San Diego. This marks the first complete manuscript by the author to be found in a decade.
After nearly 35 years since Dr. Seuss’s passing, a new book by the beloved children’s author is set to captivate a new generation of young readers, as announced by Penguin Random House. ‘Sing the 50 United States!’ will feature the iconic Cat in the Hat along with two Little Cat companions, as Dr. Seuss, also known as Theodor Seuss Geisel, guides children to learn and name each of the states.
The exciting discovery of ‘Sing the 50 United States!’ in the Geisel Library archives includes a complete manuscript, a cover sketch, and comprehensive directives for the book’s artistic direction. The upcoming children’s book will be complemented with fresh illustrations by the renowned artist Tom Brannon, who has masterfully emulated Dr. Seuss’s distinctive style. The publication will also showcase excerpts and sketches from Dr. Seuss’s original manuscript, along with a map of the United States hidden beneath the book jacket.
Susan Brandt, the president and CEO of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, expressed, “Uncovering a new work from Ted is like finding a time capsule of his imagination. ‘Sing the 50 United States!’ celebrates his boundless creativity, genius with words, and enduring ability to inspire young readers everywhere. We’re honoured to share this new Dr. Seuss treasure with readers across America during such a meaningful milestone year.”
In celebration of the upcoming release of ‘Sing the 50 United States!’, Dr. Seuss Enterprises and Random House Children’s Books are partnering with First Book for a special “backpack build” initiative. Students from all 50 states will receive a backpack containing a selection of Dr. Seuss titles, including the new book, alongside a supply of essential school items.
Furthermore, a music video accompaniment to the text of the new book will be released by Dr. Seuss Enterprises. The much-anticipated ‘Sing the 50 United States!’ is scheduled to debut on June 2, 2026 and is already open for preorders at various book retailers.
The last complete manuscript by Dr. Seuss that was posthumously released was ‘What Pet Should I Get?’ in 2015. Other posthumous works from the author include ‘Daisy-Head Mayzie’ (1994), ‘Hooray for Diffendoofer Day’ (1998), and ‘Dr. Seuss’s Horse Museum’ (2019), which was based on a partial manuscript.
Excitement mounts for the release of ‘Sing the 50 United States!’ as readers eagerly anticipate yet another masterpiece from the incomparable Dr. Seuss. Stay informed on the latest updates and stories by subscribing to PEOPLE’s free daily newsletter for an array of engaging content ranging from celebrity news to intriguing human interest narratives.