It's Been a Good Day Ha Sido un Buen Dia

About the book

This bilingual children’s book is about a Latina girl and her dad in their Southwestern town appreciating the day together. They explore being courteous to the people in their community. A wonderful picture of family life as they meet and exchange pleasantries in Spanish and in English. This book is for anyone who is grateful for faith, family, and the joy of just being kind to one another. Read along and be a part of this loving day filled with authentic style art work and embrace the difference in ethnicity. 

Sobre el libro

Este libro bilingüe para niños se trata de una niña latina y su papá en su pueblo del suroeste que aprecian el día juntos. Exploran la cortesía con las personas de su comunidad. Es una imagen maravillosa de la vida familiar cuando se encuentran y se saludan en español e inglés. Este libro es para cualquier persona que esté agradecido por la fé, la familia y el gozo de tratar a los demás con bondad. Léalo y sé parte de este día amoroso lleno con dibujos de estilo auténtico y acoja las diferencias de la etnicidad.  

 

About the Author

Bessie “Terry” Wilkerson is an ordained minister that prefers being outdoors. In 2002 Bessie earned a Master of Education degree in Psychological Studies from Cambridge College. She has worked in the Early Childhood Education/Human Services field for over three decades. Bessie is a PK (preacher’s kid) and loves the Lord. She delights in singing and writing children’s books. Bessie resides in Massachusetts, with her two of her three adult children. booksbybessie8@gmail.com

About the Illustrator

Gary Sánchez began his formal art education as a young teenager at McAteer High School of the Arts in San Fransisco Ca., where he specialized in painting. He continued his art education and earned a degree in Graphic Arts from the College of Eastern Utah.

Gary has been working at International Gaming Technology in Reno for over 18 years as an Artist, creating games. Gary and his wife Jennifer and their three daughters Kiana, Sierra, and Jade reside in Reno, Nevada.  He and his family are very active at the Bridge Church, where they attend. You can view Gary’s Artworks and more, at www.sanchezartgallery.com