The story begins with the preparation of the Christmas party at Balthazar's. This year, Balthazar wants to give a gift to his little Pépin, and Pépin wants to give a gift to his friend Balthazar.

But to buy a present you need money, as neither of them has any, they each decide to go and exchange their favorite toy for a gift at Mr. Merlin's store ...

They cross paths without seeing each other, choose the best gift for their friend.

After dinner, they meet at the foot of the tree and open their respective packages. What a surprise they each chose a gift that went with the other's favorite toy. How are they going to do it? And now Monsieur Merlin rings the bell ...

A little story for children that soothes in this period of preparation for the holidays. A book to read with the little ones to show them that Christmas is also and above all the time to think about others.

Only available in French.