Lumpy the Elephant is treated as an outcast by the other toys because he is so much bigger and less agile than they are. There comes a day, however, when Lumpy's companions find themselves in serious trouble. To their surprise they discover that Lumpy is the only one who can help them. Consequently they gain a whole new respect for him. This is a charming story that shows how a person's unique qualities and abilities often go unnoticed.