Hiding in Toys:Will they ever find him amongst all the stuffed animals?! (via Simple as that blog) ELF ON THE SHELF IDEAS WITH CRAFTS

Elf Operation Game:Make your own Elf Operation using pieces from the actual game. (via Jessica Manton) 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 This guide will take you through the Elf on the Shelf story, telling you all about how this modern family tradition was established.

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

A mini Elf on the Shelf can be a super cute way to carry the Elf on the Shelf theme throughout the festive season. So what exactly is Elf on the Shelf, and where did the story and this modern Christmas tradition come from? Dreaming of Summer Elf:Print the Elf-sized sunglasses and beach towel for your Elf to take an imaginary trip to some place warm. (via Living Locurto) Want to buy Elf on the Shelf? The main product is a set comprising the Elf on the Shelf book and a soft toy elf to play the game with. Once you have the book and toy elf, you can read the tale to the kids to get them excited about the new addition to the household. There are various official and unofficial options available, and we love the set of magnets that comes with the Christmas Countdown Calendar.Yes, you can even buy Elf on the Shelf bedlinen. If you want to brighten up your child’s room with some Christmas Manchester, you can buy an Elf on the Shelf duvet set in cool, comfortable cotton. Dry-Erase Marker:That Elf is getting into trouble again…this time taking a dry erase marker to all the (25) Elf Pets: A Reindeer Tradition - Includes Beautifully Illustrated Hardbound Storybook, Huggable Elf Pet Reindeer Stuffed Animal with Golden Heart Charm and Official Adoption Certificate

Coloring Sheets:Kids love to color, so have your elf drop off some fun holiday-themed coloring sheet printables that they can decorate with when complete! (via The Simple Parent) ELF ON THE SHELF IDEAS WITH FOOD The Elf on the Shelf: a Christmas Tradition. What’s that all about then? This modern festive tradition has taken the world by storm during recent Decembers, and shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. Hot Cocoa Party:Who doesn’t love a hot cocoa party? Make it simple but cute with the addition of some easy printables to display with the candy canes and marshmallows. (via Sweet C’s Designs) Fridge Surprise:Decorate the milk to their cereal and include a fun treat too! (via Just Live Life Happy)Doctor’s Note:Running out of ideas to move your Elf? This funny Elf doctor’s note proves that he needs to rest a few days, so he’s not allowed to move! (via A Few Shortcuts) Clown Noses:Turn your family’s portrait into your elf’s latest joke with red mini pom pom noses. (via Elf on the Shelf) About: For the first time ever, Santa’s giving a behind-the-scenes look at his top-secret flight tests, but this year, they are not going as planned! Santa knows he needs more love to make his sleigh fly, so he asks the Scout Elves to partner with the Elf Pets Reindeer to help. With his eternal optimism, Santa empowers his pals to make his sleigh soar higher than ever before! It’s inexpensive to buy and great fun for all the family, so why not make this a new Christmas tradition in your household this year? Getting into the Presents:Perfect for if there are some gifts under your tree, your Elf will try to sneak a peek! (via Snapshots of my life)