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Pajama Press publishes relevant, enduring children’s books that uplift readers—and never talk down to them.

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Juvenile Non-fiction

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A Year of Borrowed Men

When World War II "borrows" most of the men in Germany, seven-year-old Gerda's family is allowed to borrow three French prisoners of war to help run their farm. They are supposed to treat the men as enemies, but the family finds clever ways to show kindness and friendship. Based on a true story.

By Michelle Barker & Renne Benoit

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I Love My City

A beautifully illustrated nonfiction primer about how cities work for middle-grade readers exploring geography, civics, history, science, and technology

By France Desmarais & Richard Adam & Yves Dumont & Nicholas Aumais

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Outside, You Notice

A lyrical nonfiction celebration of the outdoors pairing childlike observation with facts about the natural world

By Erin Alladin & Andrea Blinick

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See It, Dream It, Do It

From award-winning author Colleen Nelson, and literacy advocate Kathie MacIsaac, twenty-five profiles present a plethora of jobs, and people, making it easier than ever for young people to see their dreams and to live their dreams! 

By Colleen Nelson & Kathie MacIsaac

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The Wolves Return

In 1995 - 96, gray wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone National Park. To researchers' surprise, the wolves ended up positively impacting the entire ecosystem and landscape. Informational pages with further historical and scientific information complete this illustrated narrative.

By Celia Godkin & Celia Godkin

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Too Young to Escape

One day they will send for her, but how long must Van Ho wait for her family to find a way to get her out of South Vietnam?

By Van Ho & Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch

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