The stubborn, dirty little donkey is of no use to anyone in Nazareth, but he becomes a quick and willing helper under Mary’s care.

Here is an engaging alternative to the traditional Christmas story. It can be read to children aged 6–8, or children from 8–10 can read to themselves.

Ages 6–10, 158 pps, 7 3/4" x 5 1/4", Paperbound.

Gunhild Sehlin worked for more than twenty years, until her retirement, as a UN children’s worker in Jordan and Jerusalem.