About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a period of separation from a parent, whether due to a family emergency, a long trip, or a frightening change. It offers a soft place to land for children feeling the heavy weight of 'the missing.' While the story begins with a crisis, it focuses entirely on the healing power of a loving relationship with an older relative. Arnold Lobel uses gentle humor and repetitive, soothing prose to show how Uncle Elephant helps his nephew find joy again through small moments like counting lamp posts or wearing a wrinkled suit. It is a perfect choice for parents who want to acknowledge a child's sadness without overwhelming them, providing a hopeful model for how families take care of one another during hard times.
