Now We Are Six is a beautiful poem by A.A. Milne, who is renowned for his beloved children’s stories featuring Winnie-the-Pooh. In the poem, the poet talks about the joys and challenges of being six years old. The poem is a part of a collection published in 1927, which was also titled ‘Now We Are Six.’ The short poem captures the essence of childhood. A.A. Milne was a popular author and playwright, mainly known for his children’s books.
When I was one,
I had just begun.
When I was two,
I was nearly new.
When I was three,
I was hardly me.
When I was four,
I was not much more.
When I was five,
I was just alive.
But now I am six,
I’m as clever as clever.
So I think I’ll be six
now and forever.