Naughty elf is sliding down the stair’s in one of the family’s slippers! Try adding some string so elf can hold on and make it look like a sleigh. 22. Elf is sewing

This is a great one if you have two elves, but if you don’t just set them up to play against one of your child’s favourite toys. Get Christmas Eve sorted with our Christmas Eve box ideas, or these fun family Christmas Eve traditions. This activity sees parents, grandparents, family members and guardians wake up extra early every morning (or at night after the kids have gone to bed) to place the Elf in a different area or room of the house, usually up to some sort of mischief. It's a firm favourite in many households as the nearly month-long event sees kids race around the house looking for their Scout Elf each morning.Make each day a learning experience by writing or printing out a set of clues to indicate the elf’s whereabouts. Swinging Elf on the Shelf Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas tradition that involves toy elves being placed around the home during December to keep an eye on whether kids are being naughty or nice. Looking for some easy Elf on the Shelf ideas that you can replicate in your own home for Christmas 2023? We've been compiling some funny, fuss-free (and sometimes naughty but always family-friendly) Elf on the Shelf ideas in the lead up to Christmas Day. As the tradition grows, parents are always looking for funny ways to pose their Elf, for the kids to find each day.

Elf has one or more eggs (depending on how many kids you have) on the kitchen counter plus a little dish with glitter or sprinkles inside. Make some paper chains so that you have a few loops, then leave some extra so it looks like Elf has been caught in the middle of making paper chains! Via Me Becoming Mum 39. Cowboy Elf

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The accompanying book tells the story of how the St Bernard helps Santa channel the love and hope of the Christmas season, and how the dog stores the love children show to others to help things along. It all started with a story book written by mum-and-daughter team Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell in 2004. The book described the adventures of a special 'scout' elf, who visits your home in December to keep an eye on kids and make sure they're being good for Santa. A makeshift swing crafted from a toilet roll inner and a length of ribbon can be hung just about anywhere in the home – such as beneath a shelf. Spelling Elf on the Shelf Pose your elf as if they're taking a bath... with your child's toothbrush as a scrubbing brush! Is that cheeky elf cleaning his bum?!

Your elf has raided the chocolate stash! Elf is sat in the middle of a box of chocolates with empty wrappers surrounding him and chocolate smeared around his mouth! 9. Elf has made mini pancakes! Place the elf anywhere there’s food– inside a bread bin or cake dome, or even in the fridge. You could even place them atop a slice of bread, with a smear of Vegemite or Nutella behind their rear end. Oops! ‘Bye ‘Bye Elf on the Shelf The idea is simple: on the last day of November, after the kids have gone to sleep, you pose the Elf somewhere in your home for the kids to find the next day. A pile of white washcloths or towels can easily be made to resemble a snowy slope that your elves could be riding down. A cut out piece of plastic bag will do in lieu of a sledge. Snowman Elf on the Shelf Elf has made a smiley face using Cheerios, or whatever cereals you have to hand, on the breakfast table. 17. Elf takes the pups for a walkThis guide will take you through the Elf on the Shelf story, telling you all about how this modern family tradition was established. Whatever kind of vibe you're going for this year, we have ideas to match. Here are just a few examples: Elf on the Shelf arrival ideas Elf has all of the ingredients ready for a cup of hot chocolate including marshmallows! Kids can enjoy the treat! 48. Elf vandalises the family photos