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Gideon and the Great Big Storm
Paperback
Series: The Pico and Friends
Publisher: Jones & Jones Publishing
Published: May 16 2026
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.12 Width: 11.00 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
What do you do when you can't hide from what scares you?
In Gideon and the Great Big Storm, young readers follow Gideon the giraffe as he faces a powerful storm-and an even bigger feeling: FEAR.
As dark clouds roll in and the wind begins to roar, Gideon searches for a safe place to hide. He tries everything... but nothing works. He's simply too tall. But when his friend Pico becomes frightened, Gideon discovers something unexpected: courage isn't about escaping the storm-it's about standing strong through it.
Through this heartfelt and beautifully illustrated social-emotional learning story, children will learn how to:
- Build confidence and face fears
- Develop emotional resilience
- Practice calming strategies like deep breathing
- Support and comfort others during difficult moments
- Understand that bravery doesn't mean being fearless
Perfect for children ages 4-8, this engaging picture book is ideal for:
- Classroom read-alouds
- Social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons
- Counseling and therapy settings
- Bedtime stories that spark meaningful conversations
Gideon and the Great Big Storm helps children navigate big emotions while reinforcing empathy, courage, and self-confidence.
Because sometimes the bravest thing you can do... is stand tall through the storm.
Part of the beloved Pico & Friends series, this story joins other powerful SEL-focused books that help children grow strong hearts, including:
- The Peacock Who Belonged (belonging & self-acceptance)
- Pico Finds His Sound (confidence & self-expression)
- Pico and the Rude Rooster (respect & kindness)
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