Goodnight Moon
$15.60
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The Goodnight Moon USPS Forever stamps celebrate one of the most cherished children’s books in American literature, honoring Goodnight Moon on the 80th anniversary of its original publication. Issued on May 2, 2026, the stamp pane pays tribute to the timeless bedtime classic that has comforted generations of children with its gentle rhythm, memorable illustrations, and soothing message of saying goodnight to the world around us.
The pane features 16 Forever stamps, each showcasing a different illustration from the beloved picture book. The artwork, created by Clement Hurd, includes familiar scenes from the cozy green bedroom, such as the Great Green Room, the kittens, mittens, the toy house, the red balloon, the moon shining through the window, and other iconic objects that readers recognize from the story. Together, the stamps recreate the warm and comforting atmosphere that has made the book a bedtime favorite for decades.
Written by Margaret Wise Brown and first published in 1947, Goodnight Moon is celebrated for its simple yet poetic language that encourages children to observe their surroundings before drifting off to sleep. Its repetitive, calming text and Hurd’s colorful illustrations have helped make it one of the best-selling children’s books of all time, with millions of copies sold worldwide.
The stamp artwork preserves the original illustrations while adapting them to the small format of postage stamps. Designed under the direction of USPS art director Derry Noyes, the pane highlights the enduring appeal of Brown and Hurd’s collaboration and recognizes the book’s lasting influence on early childhood reading and family traditions.
The Goodnight Moon stamps are Forever stamps, meaning they will always be valid for mailing a one-ounce First-Class Mail letter within the United States, regardless of future postal rate increases. Available in panes of 16, they are ideal for everyday correspondence, baby shower invitations, birth announcements, greeting cards, and for collectors who appreciate children’s literature and American cultural history.
The Goodnight Moon USPS Forever stamps serve as a fitting tribute to a classic story that has helped countless children end their day with comfort, imagination, and a peaceful “goodnight.”