Elf on the Shelf Board Game

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When your elf arrives from the North Pole, he or she won’t have a name! Your class can decide on a name together — this is a great chance to brainstorm together. Reinforce Your Classroom Rules Place the Elf on a empty cardboard box with a note saying he would like your kids to donate their unwanted toys to charity.

Need a little extra help? Grab my free Elf on the Shelf cheat sheet – a printable guide to what to do with the elf every day until Christmas Day. According to "Elf on the Shelf 101," if a Scout Elf was accidentally touched, their magical powers can be restored via one of the following methods: Grab some cooked pasta, syrup and a collection of sugary sweets to bring this Elf on the Shelf scene together! The only thing you need to add is a homemade sign to pull off this play on Buddy the Elf’s favorite dinner from the Christmas movie “Elf.” 43. Pool and floaty required.

This is another idea from @ready.set.teach.syd — make a mess of your counters with an elf that’s making ‘snow’ angels. Her kids actually came up with this idea, but it’s super simple and you could almost then organise your activities around the use of these counters for the whole day too! With a little prep work the family elf can arrive by balloon. Companies offering balloon elf arrivals are available online, or parents can snag a balloon at the store and tie their elf to the string. Whichever you choose, arrival by air is pretty awesome — especially if Rudolph comes along for the ride. 14. A full spread! Do you have a sewing machine? Get elf making something on the machine with Christmassy fabric, and drape a tape measure over their shoulders too! You could do something similar with a knitting set. 23. Elf has a wash

I want to share all our fun resources for you to go the extra mile this year with your Elf, and build fun traditions with him, or her, as well. How to get swole at the North Pole: Grab two marshmallows (gum drops would work too!) and a straw for your elf's own private sweat sesh. 19. Snow angels for Santa.

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 Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas tradition started by Carol Aebersold and her twin daughters, Chanda Bell and Christa Pitts. Each Elf on the Shelf kit consists of the Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition book and a Scout Elf.

The Elf on the Shelf has its roots in Christmas tradition — which may not be inclusive if you have children who do not celebrate the holiday in your classroom. If you plan to borrow the elf concept, you may want to substitute a non-holiday creature. Put the egg in a frying pan – or add a few eggs – and then have Elf sit next to the pan holding a spatula as if he is frying the egg for breakfast! 65. Feeding dinosaurs Elf has made his favourite Christmas tunes playlist. This must mean it is song & dance time! Day 5 – How to Make Snowman Playdough He gives the kids a glimpse of his rambunctious and sometimes naughty behavior from the night before while they sleep when they come running down the stairs to find him every morning, and sometimes he even leaves little notes of encouragement with his “caught you being good” notes. This works even better if you attach some of your child’s favourite action figures to the sleigh with wool or string as if they are pulling it! You could make it look like elf has crashed into the tree!

What Age Should You Start Elf on the Shelf?

As your kids grow, these Elf on the Shelf activities will still remain lots of fun meaning our challenges are perfect for multiple age groups. Each dedicated post will give ideas on how to adjust each activity to make it easier or harder. FREE PRINTABLE ELF ON THE SHELF ACTIVITIES: 24 CHALLENGES If you’ve set up your classroom seating in a table format this school year, you can reward well-behaved tables with a visit from the elf! Each day, the elf will keep an eye out to see which table practises listening and other key behaviours that you identify. Elf has used a polaroid camera to take selfies, or “elfies”! Have a couple of photos of the Elf next to him along with the camera. 43. Elf takes a nap Rather than moving them around each night, the kindness-focused elf can add points to a classroom reward chart or leave surprises on individual students’ desks. Just make sure your elf can be trusted with the prize box!

Test your North Pole skills with this favourite Scout Elf game. Hook and hang the peppermint candy canes and Santa’s Scout Elf one by one. Build the longest chain to win. Play with two sets for an added challenge. Fun for all ages! Two rolls of toilet paper and a few raisins (or chocolate chips) aid in pulling this messy scene together. Don't worry, most kids think poop is funny — especially when it comes from an elf. 26. Elf on the Shelf: “Greatest Showman” edition You don’t need anything fancy – just a printer and some paper. And these printables are perfect for keeping little hands busy during December when it can get cold outside or even snowing. It’s also a good way to keep them occupied while you finish up those last minute holiday preparations. Leave a note that says your children must sprinkle the magical confetti on the eggs and tomorrow there will be a big surprise.It's time for your make-believe crew to bust out their ugliest Christmas apparel. Doll clothes work well, or if you're feeling really inspired, knitting homemade sweaters for the whole party is a possibility. 42. A special breakfast selection.