James Lincoln

. May 2026. 80p. Tr $19.99. ISBN 9780823464135. Gr 4-6 COPY ISBN Gr 4-6–A country is defined by the symbols it reveres, and the United States is no exception. But the origin stories of objects like the American flag, the national flora and fauna, and the Liberty Bell are not always clear. This nonfiction collection connects young readers to the histories behind many of the popularly recognized emblems of US identity through concise language and accompanying illustrations.

. Mar. 2026. 176p. Tr $14.99. ISBN 9780760398609. Gr 5-8 COPY ISBN Gr 5-8–Since the 1700s, the landscape of the United States has changed dramatically, influenced by important people and events across time and place. To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, 250 facts have been compiled in this book to honor the momentous occasions and painful challenges that shaped this country.

by (text) & illus. by Heidi Moreno . May 2026. 40p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9798217122509. PreS-Gr 2 COPY ISBN PreS-Gr 2–For those who celebrate the spirit of Halloween year-round, there’s Summerween. Fans of Gravity Falls first embraced the quirky holiday over a decade ago, and it has slowly gained traction—perhaps because those fans are now parents. Summerween traditions include dressing up, telling spooky stories, and carving watermelon.