The reindeer Elf on the Shelf set includes a super cute reindeer plush toy, plus a book telling the tale of this new ‘reindeer tradition’. Kindness Letter:Encourage your kids to spread holiday cheer by letting your Elf arrive with a Random Acts of Kindness arrival letter. They can even shake the glow-in-the-dark snow globe to show the world – and Father Christmas – that they believe in festive magic.

There are set-ups that are quick, funny, clever and down-right sweet – plus tons of printables to add some spice to your Elf’s old tricks. Make each day a learning experience by writing or printing out a set of clues to indicate the elf’s whereabouts. What began with the book now includes a set with an elf figure, as well as a range of other Elf on the Shelf merchandise. Integrating your child’s favorite stuffies or games into your Elf’s antics will surely make them smile!

A pile of white washcloths or towels can easily be made to resemble a snowy slope that your elves could be riding down. Farewell Letter:Goodbyes can be a bummer, but this cute printable stationery will allow your Elf to leave a personal farewell letter that your kids can keep.

Dating back to the mid 2000s, the Elf on the Shelf book was written by a mother and daughter team, and was apparently based on their own festive tradition of having an elf in their home, sent by Santa to keep an eye on the kids’ behaviour. She helps bring the holidays to life by adopting her Elf Pets Reindeer Holly BeJolly, carrying the Christmas tree and unpacking the decorations. You could even place them atop a slice of bread, with a smear of Vegemite or Nutella behind their rear end. Like any popular piece of merchandise, the Elf on the Shelf trend has grown to include extra products.We also discuss how to introduce the idea to the kids, some ideas for playing with your elf off the shelf and how to incorporate the trend into your festive decor and gifting. 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. Elf Hammock:Tie some toilet paper, a napkin or scarf onto a closet, curtain or shower rod to make your Elf a comfy lounge spot for the day. Make it to enjoy with your family, let your kids use it during playtime with their Elf Pets® Reindeer or leave it out next to Santa’s plate of cookies on Christmas Eve so he can give it to his trusty reindeer! You can pick out a Elf on the Shelf that resembles the child in some way if you want to, as there are different eye and skin tones available.