A picture book that takes a closer look at the day through a gentle conversation.

“Wait a minute, what kind of day is a great day?”
“It’s a good day to paint because the sky is so clear,” Mrs. Sanchez answered.
When Daniel gets home, his grandmother answers.
“My best day is the day when my Daniel gives his grandmother a big hug!”
_From the text

There are many different wonderful days, such as “a day with clear skies, perfect for painting,” “a day with a nice breeze, perfect for flying a kite,” “a day with plenty of shade on park benches,” “a day when babies take long, deep naps,” “a day when passengers say thank you,” “a day when there are a lot of birthday cake orders,” etc.
But the wonderful days of our neighbors are not something grand or special, but rather the small joys and happiness in everyday life.
In this way, "Daniel's Wonderful Day" shows us that if we look around us slowly and listen carefully, wonderful things are overflowing everywhere, and helps us realize the preciousness of each and every day.


The beauty of everyday life depicted with colorful colors and collage techniques!

Mika Archer works across both hand and digital mediums, utilizing a variety of media including watercolor, pen and ink, oil, and collage.
In the picture book, the author used various materials and colorful colors to express the beauty of nature set against the backdrop of spring.
The life forms that fill the park were expressed in three dimensions using collage, oil, and paint.
From the scenery of a park with blue skies, green leaves, and cherry blossoms in full bloom, to a bus stop and a local bakery, the beauty of everyday life that we all encounter every day is captured in a three-dimensional and refreshing way.