Elf on the Shelf Elf Pets A Reindeer Tradition Includes Beautifully Illustrated Hardbound Storybook, Huggable Elf Pet Reindeer Stuffed Animal with Golden Heart Charm + Official Adoption Certificate

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There are various official and unofficial options available, and we love the set of magnets that comes with the Christmas Countdown Calendar. Are you and your Elf feeling crafty? These ideas require a little extra handiwork, but the payoff will be well worth the extra effort. Use Cheerios or another suitable cereal so the elf can spell out a secret message. What does your elf want to say? Elf on the Shelf cutlery This one’s ideal if you use coffee machine pods. Pop a paper straw into a pod and sit your elf down ‘drinking it’, so it looks like he or she is taking a morning coffee break! Elf on the Shelf sledding

Bundle of Balloons:What kid doesn’t love balloons? Have your elf arrive in high-flying style with a bundle of balloons and a fun arrival message. (via Mama Cheaps) 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. Including the newer, yet already incredibly popular, ‘Elf Pets’ range.Magic Seeds:Plant some magic “seeds” (pieces of small candy) into a bowl of sugar, and watch your kids’ faces light up in the morning when they realize the seeds grew into candy canes! (via East Coast Mommy Blog)

Sunbathing:Elves don’t often experience summer so they’ll be soaking it all in with this fun set-up. (via Sydney City) 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) When Santa needs more Christmas spirit to fly his sleigh, he calls on the Elf on the Shelf Elf Pets® Reindeer and children all over the world to save the day! Read this enchanting tale, cuddle the included reindeer, and create the Christmas spirit needed to help Santa’s sleigh soar. Because we know all too well that prepping for your Elf’s holiday antics can be time-consuming during this hectic holiday season, we’ve pulled together an extensive list of the best easy and creative Elf on the Shelf ideas so you don’t have to stress. Holiday Cookie Baking:Love creating a themed setup for your Elf? There’s nothing cuter than this baking printable set that shows their excitement for Christmas cookie creation. (via Mom Envy)

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Find the Ornaments:We love this interactive idea – 4 ornaments have been hidden and your kids have to find them! (via Simple As That Blog) Wrapping Paper Outfit:Looks like your Elf wants in on the wrapping fun by making themselves some new clothes! (source unknown) Read on to find out more about where to buy Elf on the Shelf– and what to do with them once the newly adopted elf arrives in your home. Elf on the Shelf | What to buy and where Army Men Capture:Your Elf didn’t stand a chance against your child’s army! (via Snippets From Suburbia)

Superhero Costumes:Dress up your Elf as your kids’ favorite super hero with these teeny tiny Elf costumes (via Simple Made Pretty) Vacuum Rudolph:Turn your vacuum into Rudolph with your Elf at the controls. (via The Keeper of the Cheerios) ELF ON THE SHELF EASY EVERYDAY ANTICSBasketball Game:For sports lovers, this Elf on the shelf Printable Basketball Game will be a slam dunk!(via Kids Activity Blog) Those naughty elves are found all around the home during the Christmas season, often getting up to no good in the process. Kids who play are filled with anticipation each morning, as they begin the daily hunt for the elf sent by Father Christmas.