Atticus really enjoyed meeting little Elliot, the spotted and tiny elephant. Elliot has trouble navigating what is clearly NYC due to his unusual size, yet he manages to make do. He can't get the ice cream from the fridge without a broom, and his breakfast can't be eaten without sitting on a stack of books. Dejected because he was not seen requesting a cupcake, the little elephant heads home. On the way he meets a mouse, in even more dire straits. The mouse teaches him some valuable lessons; you are always big to someone else, and friendship makes life lovely.