House on Mango Street
What is the significance of the four little elms the city planted by the curb
What is the significance of the four elms by the curb
What is the significance of the four elms by the curb
The small trees represent survival and resiliance to Esperanza. The trees teach her not to abandon hope for a better life. They inspire her because they have grown despite the concrete ground they spring from. Esperanza hopes that she too can grow despite where she lives.