Archibald's mother is determined that he will follow in his father's footsteps as a great giant-slayer. But Archibald isn't too sure about that idea and some of the kids at school tease him mercilessly about it. Is there a way that Archibald can become a hero like his father without risking his life in the process? His friend Lester has a plan to do just that, but this particular plan hits quite a few snags along the way and Archibald has all he can do to survive the adventure he encounters.