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In this heartwarming poem, a young tree is afraid to grow tall, but her wise mummy reassures the little one about the natural process of growth, encouraging bravery and the eventual embrace of change. The poem beautifully captures the themes of courage, self-discovery, and the inevitable transformations that life brings. As the young tree decides to face her fears and grow, the poem imparts a touching message about resilience, confidence, and the enduring bond between a mother.

I know the world’s a crowded place,
And elephants do take up space,
But if it makes a difference, Lord,
I’d gladly share my room and board.
A baby elephant would do…
But, if he brings his mother too,
There’s Dad’s garage. He wouldn’t mind.
To elephants, he’s more than kind.
But I wonder what my Mum would say
If their aunts and uncles came to stay!

Ruskin Bond has regaled generations of readers for decades. This delightful collection of poetry, prose and non-fiction brings together some of his best work in a single volume. Sumptuously illustrated, Uncles, Aunts and Elephants is a book to treasure for all times.