250 Years Young: Happy Birthday, America! Paperback – April 28, 2026

John C. Allen IV presents a one-of-a-kind children’s keepsake created to celebrate America’s 250th birthday - an official publication of the U.S. Semiquincentennial.A 32-page, full-color illustrated picture book featuring original, hand-crafted artwork that brings to life the real celebrations and commemorations unfolding across the United States during its 250th birthday. It invites children into a historic milestone moment - helping them see themselves as part of America’s story. There's no children's book like it!250 Years Young: Happy Birthday, America! helps young readers understand what it means to belong to a country shaped by many stories, many voices, and shared hopes for the future.Through rich, engaging illustrations, children journey across America’s landscapes, communities, and everyday moments - discovering how kindness, courage, learning, and curiosity continue to shape the country we share.This is not a history book filled with dates and facts. It’s a conversation starter. A bedtime favorite. A classroom read-aloud that encourages children to see themselves as part of something bigger - now, and for generations to come.Perfect for children ages 3-10, this beautifully illustrated keepsake is one families will return to year after year - at bedtime, in classrooms, and during meaningful moments like the Fourth of July and beyond.Happy Birthday, America!Looking for the premium hardcover edition? The keepsake-quality hardcover - featuring custom dedication pages, bulk pricing for schools, historic institutions, and organizations, and Founding Impact Partner opportunities - is available exclusively at www.250yearsyoung.com Read more