Oh wow, this will be interesting, indeed!

After reading the story and then seeing your explanation, it kinda reminds me of the movie "Memento", with Guy Pierce. All you know is that there was an accident where his wife was killed, and he suffered a head injury that rid him of his short term memory. He's trying to find his wife's killer, but it's hard when he can't remember anything that happened 5 minutes ago. The best part, is that movie goes in reverse, so you never know anymore than the main character does, and it ends with him saying, "Now, where was I." It's an absolutely brilliant movie.

Once again, this will be interesting to turn into a children's story about an elephant! Thanks for the fun prompt! :D