With the holiday season upon us, it's time to start brainstorming ideas for your Elf on the Shelf.
We understand that coming up with new and creative scenarios every night can be a challenge, so we've done the work for you. After searching through countless internet and social media posts, we've compiled some of the most fun and easy Elf on the Shelf ideas that are sure to bring joy and laughter to your home this Christmas.
We love the idea of the the naughts and crosses game with your Elf (pictured top left). It's genius and will have you covered for many nights, with the Elf making his next play every night until the game is complete. we'll definitely be using this one in our house this year.
We'll be definitely painting dads toenails this year too - sorry dad, (pictured second on the left).
Another favourite in our house, is the Elf hiding some Christmas candy canes or santa lollies around the house for our son to hide, (pictured bottom right).
Some other easy Elf on the Shelf ideas are:
Elf Movie Night - Arrange a cozy movie night setup with popcorn or candy. Position the elf with some of their favorite toys enjoying a holiday classic.
Elf Reading a Book - Set up the elf with a miniature book or a Christmas storybook. Surround them with some plush toys or dolls as attentive listeners.
Elf Angel - Lay the elf on a surface dusted with flour or powdered sugar and create angel wings and a halo around them.
Reindeer Ride - Place the elf on the back of a toy reindeer, pretending they’re going for a ride.
Christmas Countdown - Set up a mini chalkboard or piece of paper with a countdown to Christmas, and have the elf holding a piece of chalk or marker.
Gamer Elf - Arrange the elf with a video game controller in hand, sitting in front of the TV or a game console
Elf Sleep over - Put your elf and some other toys in a sock each and line them up like they're having a sleep over.
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Happy Elf-ing and Merry Christmas!
The Origins of Elf on the Shelf
Elf on the Shelf has become a beloved Christmas tradition for many families, but have you ever wondered where it all began?
The story of this mischievous elf traces back to 2005 when Carol Aebersold and her daughter Chanda Bell co-authored a children's book titled "The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition."
The book tells the tale of a magical scout elf sent from the North Pole to help Santa Claus manage his naughty and nice lists. Every night, the elf returns to the North Pole to report on the children's behavior, only to reappear in a new spot the next morning, much to the delight and anticipation of the kids.
This fun concept quickly captured the hearts of families around the world, turning Elf on the Shelf into a phenomenon that extends beyond the pages of the book. Today, the tradition involves not only reading the story but also creatively placing the elf in various locations and scenarios throughout the holiday season, making the countdown to Christmas even more enchanting.