One day, Pico the gnome goes for an evening stroll to collect firewood and ingredients for a stew and falls asleep in the forest. He dreams of a fairy who tells him he will soon have to be brave. Sure enough, as dawn breaks, a giant thunders through the land, frightening all the animals and birds - but Pico uses quick thinking and kind words to bring about a happy ending.

Generations of children have enjoyed Martina Müller's classic picture book, illustrated in an artistic style full of life and colour, and the tale, which captures the value of bridging differences, remains relevant today.

Format: Hardback
Recommended reading age: 4+