Napping in the Tissue Box (by Still Playing School) — A full month of elf activities here too! 44. Math Whiz Elf Sit your Elf up with your phone in front of him and some text messages on the screen between him and Santa as if he has pinched your phone to let Santa know he’s OK. You could also blow up some balloons in festive red and green colours, and add a few streamers to the ceiling and walls. Arrange a playful scene where your elf is engaged in a board game or chess match with other toys or stuffed animals. You can use a mini chess set or create a simple board game setup with a piece of paper. On Top of the Fridge: Set the Elf on the refrigerator’s top, maybe with a small note or prop, like a festive magnet.

Name Elf. After parents buy the Elf (without kids’ knowing), the Elf comes to life when the family names it. Have a hot cocoa party with a sweet treat to welcome the Elf; he arrives in the most peculiar ways. Vacuuming (by Messy Little Monster) — I wish our elf could see this and get the same idea! 43. Naptime Elf (Plus a Whole Month of Elf on the Shelf Ideas) If your Elf needs a second day of napping, turn a gift box and tissue paper into a comfy, festive bed under the tree! Elf Mail Delivery: Create a small envelope or use a Christmas card, labeling it as “Special Delivery from the North Pole.” Place the Elf next to it, as if they’ve just arrived with mail from Santa. This can be set up on a hallway table or near the kids’ rooms. Elf brings Santa’s “nice” list to show your child, with their names on it! You can just do this on your computer and print it off in a nice font, or try handwriting it if you have good handwriting! Idea from Growing Clan 19. Sharing drawingsIn 2007, actress Jennifer Garner was photographed carrying the book set (elf doll and book), and the Elf On A Shelf phenomenon became a tradition in many homes. Along with the popularity came more unique shelf ideas. What Date Should I Begin Elf On The Shelf?

Who doesn’t love hot cocoa during the holidays? Make a cute cocoa kit for your kids, with a holiday mug, a gourmet cocoa powder or a hot chocolate bomb, and some marshmallows. You can also add in some chocolate covered pretzels to stir the cocoa with. Building an Igloo (by Craft Create Cook) — This little guy is ready for the cold weather! 42. Riding the Vacuum Try draping him over a branch, or have him hanging upside down! A really simple but effective last-minute Elf on the Shelf idea. 21. Sliding down the stairs Your Elf’s grand return to the house after a year in the loft (cough, cough, I mean at the North Pole) can be really exciting for the kids.

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PPAE Pen Pineapple Apple Elf (by Life Should Cost Less) — This talented elf brought a viral video to life! 39. Gift Exchange If you have a Star Wars fan and are excited about the new movie coming out this holiday season, this idea from Nerdy Mama is a must-do! 7. Shaving Elf

Elf is eating chocolate spread or Nutella straight from the jar with a spoon and has some smeared on his mouth! 26. Upside down on the Christmas tree You can buy Santa's official Scout Elf now in time for the festive season, then all that will be left is to name your Scout Elf. Plus, there's a range of elf clothing, accessories and props (some of which you'll see below) that can help to create fun new scenes and moments around the home. You can also buy a cuddly, plush toy version of Elf on the Shelf for extra elf magic. The next day put out two Kinder Eggs, or similar egg-shaped treat, instead of the real eggs. This one gives you two days of ideas! 4. Elf is riding on a sleigh Carol Aebersold and her daughter Chanda Bell self-published the book Elf On The Shelf in 2001. The versed-based story was about their family tradition where a scouting elf reported to Santa who was naughty or nice.It’s been called the first “elf idea”.

Simple Elf on the Shelf Ideas

This setup not only adds to the magic of the season but also encourages your children to think about their own letters to Santa. It’s a great idea to spark conversations about gratitude and good deeds during the Christmas time. 9. Fishing Adventure This Elf on the Shelf idea from Natural Beach Living is perfect for tweens or teens! 8. Candy Cane Jail All this hard work will definitely work up an appetite. And there’s nothing simpler than making it look like your Elf is digging into your child’s favorite cereal. Another idea if you have more than one Elf? Make it look like one is taping the other to the wall, inside the door of a cabinet, or somewhere else. It’s almost like the elves are acting out your kids fantasy of dealing with their siblings… Give the kids an envelop featuring a coded message from Santa, delivered by the Elf, that they need to decode and read.