Children will learn the true meaning of Christmas through individual stories of the characters present at Jesus' birth--the Donkey, Cow, Sheep, Shepherd, Angel, Camel, Wise Men, Joseph, and of course, baby Jesus. On each of the nine days leading up to Christmas, introduce the story of a new character, and share a new appreciation for the advent season.

This book can be used with any nativity set that includes the nine pieces listed above. Also available separately: The Donkey in the Living Room Nativity Set (978-1433684487), which includes a keepsake box filled with the picture book AND nativity pieces to be wrapped and slowly opened as each part of the story is read.