- Simple Modern has partnered with Mattel to develop a new range of products for the back-to-school shopping season themed around Barbie and Hot Wheels. The collection will roll out at retailers across the US and Canada next month and includes a mix of backpacks, tumblers, lunchboxes and water bottles featuring both brands.
- Baker & Taylor’s Paw Prints Publishing kids imprint has picked up the book rights to PBS KIDS’ 2D-animated comedy series Lyla in the Loop and will release a short story collection, two storybooks for emerging readers and one novel for leveled readers in spring 2026.