Little Donkey's Wish

When St. Nick finds himself short one reindeer on Christmas Eve, he needs to work fast to get his sleigh in the air. Luckily, he picks just the right barn when looking for a substitute. Tiny Josie the donkey, who is used to being overlooked for most jobs, gets the nod—and her Christmas wish. Muted watercolor scenes of the donkeys' warm stall and chilly nighttime snowscapes bolster this pleasant tale of self-esteem and encouragement. Ages 4-up. (Oct.)