The Ploofers are little round creatures who are able to 'Shoof'. This means they can puff a pretty coloured smoke out of their heads while they are upside down, which makes them fly. They are very excited on this day because they are all going to Shoof together and have a great adventure. However, someone isn't happy. The smallest Ploofer is still on the ground, very much afraid. He really doesn't want to try, so the others go up without him. Another, bigger Ploofer comes along and is encouraging, 'Don't you think it looks fun, little one?' he says. But he thinks it ... 'looks way too scary' and he 'feels like a wobbly jelly'. Big Ploofer says he will hold the little one's hand and they can be 'brave together'. Little Ploofer still isn't sure but decides to try. Taking one step at a time and with his friend holding on to him, they begin to rise. He is still too afraid, so they start again, and this time it works. They are in the air, and little Ploofer feels 'light and free' and full of bravery. It's a lovely story with funny little characters, very simple illustrations, but also lots of soft colour and encouragement. 'With a little bit of courage, we can go anywhere and do anything.'