After more than three decades in public and private education, Jo Gill has released a new children's book titled I Am Happy, designed to help children discover joy in everyday experiences. The book guides readers through the four seasons, highlighting ordinary yet beautiful moments such as splashing in puddles, jumping into leaf piles, flying a kite, or stargazing. Through repetition and gentle affirmations, the book conveys that happiness is not something to wait for but something to find in every moment.
Jo Gill, a retired educator from Louisville, Kentucky, shared her motivation for writing the book: 'Children today face so much distraction and pressure. This book was written to remind them that joy can be found in the smallest things. Whether it is drinking hot chocolate or riding a bike, happiness begins with awareness and gratitude.' Her lifelong passion for helping students shines through in this new role as an author.
The book is colorfully illustrated by KDP Pro Publisher, making it engaging and easy to read aloud with young children. Educators and parents will find I Am Happy a valuable tool for teaching emotional awareness, mindfulness, and the importance of appreciating life's simple pleasures. As a former teacher, department chair, and high school administrator, Gill has mentored hundreds of students with love and encouragement, and her message is rooted in faith, family, and hope.
I Am Happy is now available through Amazon and other major book retailers in both paperback and digital formats. This publication marks a significant contribution to children's literature, offering a gentle reminder that happiness can be found in the everyday rhythms of life.
