Waiting For The Elevator by Laurie Berkner

My daughter loves Laurie Berkner. We spend a lot of time in the hospital for cancer treatments, so Laurie has been a huge comfort for her during this time. When I saw an ad for the Waiting for the Elevator book, I immediately ordered it. This book exceeded my expectations! The pictures are so cute, the sound quality is great, and I love that you can re-charge it or plug in headphones. Since she received the book, Elena has brought it with her everywhere. She said it was “the best day of my whole life!” Thank you for this beautiful book, and I hope to see more Laurie books in the future!

I cannot express enough how thrilled our family is with our recent purchase of Waiting For The Elevator by Laurie Berkner from Cali’s Books. As a parent, finding that perfect balance between educational value and genuine, screen-free entertainment can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. My son typically gravitates toward educational videos or anything involving trains, so getting him to sit still for a new physical book can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. However, this book has completely changed the dynamic in our household. First, I have to highlight the absolute ease of the entire purchasing process. Ordering through the Cali's Books website was incredibly straightforward and user-friendly. The interface was clean, checkout was a breeze, and I received my confirmation instantly. As a busy professional, I deeply appreciate a seamless online shopping experience that genuinely respects my time. Even more impressive was the shipping speed. In an era where shipping delays have become the frustrating norm, Cali's Books completely exceeded my expectations. The package arrived days ahead of the estimated delivery window. It was securely packaged, ensuring the book arrived in pristine condition. It’s rare to find a company that under-promises and over-delivers on logistics so effectively! But the true magic, of course, is the book itself. From the moment we unpacked it, my son has been absolutely mesmerized. He literally cannot put it down. The engaging melodies, the interactive elements, and Laurie Berkner’s signature charm jump right off the pages. It’s not just a book; it’s an immersive, joyful experience. We’ve been reading—and singing—it every single morning and evening. It is beautifully constructed, durable enough to withstand the enthusiastic handling of a toddler, and the audio quality is fantastic (which is a huge plus for parents who end up listening to the tunes on repeat). Seeing my son’s face light up with every page turn has been priceless. It has encouraged independent play while also providing a wonderful bonding activity for us. If you are on the fence about purchasing this, consider this your sign to go for it. Cali’s Books has won over a loyal customer, and Waiting For The Elevator has quickly become the undisputed favorite in our home library. Highly recommended for any parent looking to spark joy and a love for reading and music in their little ones!

This book’s quality blew me away! It has a very clear sound. Not like other sound books that tend to have a canned, tinny sound. The cover is glittery and the illustrations are very cute! My child likes pushing the elevator number button on the pages. So cool that it includes the entire song. We love it! I highly recommend for babies, preschoolers, and fans of Laurie Berkner!