A small mistreated donkey is sold to a carpenter, who finds the animal very helpful in transporting his wife and new son when the family flees from Bethlehem to Egypt after the king decrees all baby boys must be killed.

Clopper, the little donkey, thought the journey to Bethlehem with Mary and Joseph was long and tiring, but what happened after they settled into the dusty stable was more wonderful than anything he could ever imagine!

A very special baby is born in a stable under a star, surrounded by friendly farmyard animals. The donkey wants to be the first to welcome the baby, but he is too shy. So the doves welcome him with their "Coo-coo," the cow with her "Moo-moo," and all the other animals in turn. Then, the baby welcomes the shy donkey with his own sweet smile. The donkey brays - "Hee-aw!" - and the baby laughs with joy! Then all snuggle around the baby and settle into sleep. This warm presentation of the first Christmas celebrates the wonder of a baby's birth and welcomes all into the spirit of holiday joy.

This is a fun, children's holiday picture book that takes you on the story of how a donkey named Dominick helped Santa save Christmas.

When a poor carpenter selects a very proud and stubborn donkey to carry his wife Mary to Bethlehem, the donkey tries to resist, but his act of rebellion is miraculously transformed into an act of courage.

Drupelet, a young donkey, plays his part in a living nativity scene.

More than anything else, Michel wants to get his grand'maman a donkey for Christmas. Though short of money, he has plenty of courage and determination. Amidst the mountainous country of southeastern France, Michel finds himself delivering bread, herding goats, and making business deals. For all his efforts—some of which tumble him headlong into trouble—his funds grow slowly, and Christmas is coming quickly. With Grand'maman’s growing concern about Michel's apparent sudden avarice and his friend Julie's continuing belief in him, Michel’s own hopes and desires unexpectedly come together for a truly unforgettable Christmas Eve.