"When we get back home,
I just want to be alone.
I wish I could be anywhere but here.
DING!
*GASP*"
Whenever Iris's family gets in the elevator in their building, it is her job to push the button that takes them from floor to floor. Her younger brother suddenly changes that by being quicker to the task than Iris is. She is ticked! Her parents think it's wonderful that her brother is showing independence. To add insult to injury, he does it again. Even angrier, Iris presses every button.
A workman is called to repair the damage. He tosses the old call button in the trash. Iris is not about to leave it there. Once back home, she goes straight to her room. She needs to be alone after the day's many disappointments. Little does she know the power that call button has, when taped to a wall near her closet door!
As she explores the incredible opportunities presented, the doorbell rings. Her parents welcome the babysitter, who has come equipped with games to play after dinner. The evening does not go well. Once she is tucked in for the night, Iris is left to quietly try the elevator button once more. What wonder awaits!
They're back! Minh Le and Dan Santat return to collaborate on their second book. Full of emotion and energy, they tell a family story of the conflict that often arises between siblings. Iris's emotions are evident at every turn, and show through her dark, expressive eyes. Frustrated by the unexpected events, her imagination helps her escape. First to the jungle, then into outer space, she travels ... returning changed from those experiences.
Spare text and fantastic artwork will have readers engrossed with each turn of the page. Amusing, and filled with light and excitement for each part of the adventure, Dan Santat does what he does best.
From Minh:
"So many kids and families are doing the important but difficult work of sheltering-in-place right now. So I hope the idea of a magic elevator button that lets you travel to fantastical places from the comfort of your own home will spark something in the imagination and make staying inside a little easier. Because I don't know about you, but I feel like we could ALL use a lift right now."
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