A Rare Dr. Seuss Manuscript Unveiled as US Turns 250
In a groundbreaking discovery, a previously unknown full manuscript by beloved children's author and illustrator Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, is set to hit shelves next year, coinciding with the United States' 250th anniversary.
The newly unearthed manuscript, titled "Sing the 50 United States," marks the first complete work penned by Dr. Seuss since the posthumous publication of "What Pet Should I Get?" in 2015. This latest find promises to transport readers down a creative and imaginative rabbit hole as they learn the names of America's 50 states.
At its core, the manuscript is an educational tool designed to engage young minds and encourage them to think critically about geography. As the enigmatic Cat in the Hat advises, "To sing the 50 United States, you have to use your brain." The feline guide leads readers on a musical journey through various states, emphasizing the importance of mastering their names.
According to Susan Brandt, president and CEO of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, uncovering this new work is akin to discovering a time capsule of Dr. Seuss's boundless imagination. "Sing the 50 States" celebrates his remarkable storytelling prowess, creative wordplay, and enduring ability to captivate young readers worldwide.
To bring this manuscript to life, artist Tom Brannon created new illustrations in the signature style of Dr. Seuss. The book is set for publication on June 2, 2026, with an initial print run of 500,000 copies, a testament to its significance and anticipated popularity.
Random House Children's Books will be responsible for distributing this exceptional work, ensuring that it reaches a vast audience during the United States' historic quarter-century anniversary celebration.
In a groundbreaking discovery, a previously unknown full manuscript by beloved children's author and illustrator Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, is set to hit shelves next year, coinciding with the United States' 250th anniversary.
The newly unearthed manuscript, titled "Sing the 50 United States," marks the first complete work penned by Dr. Seuss since the posthumous publication of "What Pet Should I Get?" in 2015. This latest find promises to transport readers down a creative and imaginative rabbit hole as they learn the names of America's 50 states.
At its core, the manuscript is an educational tool designed to engage young minds and encourage them to think critically about geography. As the enigmatic Cat in the Hat advises, "To sing the 50 United States, you have to use your brain." The feline guide leads readers on a musical journey through various states, emphasizing the importance of mastering their names.
According to Susan Brandt, president and CEO of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, uncovering this new work is akin to discovering a time capsule of Dr. Seuss's boundless imagination. "Sing the 50 States" celebrates his remarkable storytelling prowess, creative wordplay, and enduring ability to captivate young readers worldwide.
To bring this manuscript to life, artist Tom Brannon created new illustrations in the signature style of Dr. Seuss. The book is set for publication on June 2, 2026, with an initial print run of 500,000 copies, a testament to its significance and anticipated popularity.
Random House Children's Books will be responsible for distributing this exceptional work, ensuring that it reaches a vast audience during the United States' historic quarter-century anniversary celebration.
A full Dr Seuss manuscript is being published in 2026 and its going to be epic! The idea of learning all 50 US states through song is genius, I mean who doesnt love a good musical challenge? 
The Cat in the Hats words are so true - we have to use our brains to learn this stuff. And new illustrations by Tom Brannon? Squee! 
Cant wait for this book to hit shelves and be a part of my kid's reading list next year. 
, I'm lowkey hyped about this new Dr Seuss manuscript!!! I mean, 250 years of US history condensed into one book is like, whoa! 
Can't wait to see the new illustrations by Tom Brannon, they're gonna be fire 
! Also, it's amazing that this book is being released during the anniversary celebrations, gotta make sure all these new young readers learn about America 
. And I love how it's an educational tool, not just a fun read 
. June 2nd can't come soon enough 
. Like, we already got all his classic books out there, what's so special about learnin' 50 US states through music? 
It just seems like a novelty thing to me, but I guess it's cool for kids who are into that sorta stuff 
, right? Still, I can see why they're makin' a big deal about it, especially since it's tied to the US 250th anniversary... that's some wild nostalgia 
! And Tom Brannon's illustrations are always so delightfully zany 
. What I'd love to know is, what inspired this new work during Dr Seuss's lifetime? Was he working on it alongside other projects or did it just come out of the blue? 
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. The illustrations are gonna be fire too, I can already imagine it! My niece is obsessed with Dr. Seuss and I know she's gonna freak out when this drops in 2026 
Can't wait to see her little face light up when she reads the names of all 50 states 
is just genius! I love how they're bringing it all together with new illustrations by Tom Brannon, it's gonna be a blast to read! And 500k copies on day one? That's insane! Can't wait to dive into this rabbit hole of awesomeness 
. I love how it's not just about memorizing state names, but also learning to think creatively and use your brain 
. Can't wait for the book to hit shelves next year