The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

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The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

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The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

Dec 08, 2019 Jessica rated it liked it

A cute rhyming story about how elves watch kids and report to Santa. It is a big hit at the library . About 5-6 kids have this tradition at home in each class, so I wanted to let others know what it was about. Kids have been coming in the morning like crazy to look for the Elf on the Shelf. I have middle schoolers hiding it at 7:00. It has been fun. I didn't know there were so many costumes at the store.Mine is only a kind library shelf elf. I've seen other librarians hiding dinos or other objec A cute rhyming story about how elves watch kids and report to Santa. It is a big hit at the library . About 5-6 kids have this tradition at home in each class, so I wanted to let others know what it was about. Kids have been coming in the morning like crazy to look for the Elf on the Shelf. I have middle schoolers hiding it at 7:00. It has been fun. I didn't know there were so many costumes at the store.Mine is only a kind library shelf elf. I've seen other librarians hiding dinos or other objects for those kids who like to find things. ...more

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

Dec 31, 2019 Sam rated it liked it

This is a delightful little read and a lovely tradition for those with young kids to incorporate into their Christmases (should they want to of course). My niece thoroughly enjoyed looking for the elf on each visit to nanny and bampi's and I actually rather enjoyed helping relocate the elf each time as well as reading the book. This is a delightful little read and a lovely tradition for those with young kids to incorporate into their Christmases (should they want to of course). My niece thoroughly enjoyed looking for the elf on each visit to nanny and bampi's and I actually rather enjoyed helping relocate the elf each time as well as reading the book. ...more

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

I hate that I finally had to give into this phenomenon when a precious 5yo came home from school with tears in his eyes saying, “Mama, Santa likes the other kids better than me, he sent them all elves.”

Damn you, commercialized Christmas!

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

Dec 13, 2020 Leah G rated it liked it

Meh. Elf on the shelf seems like a lot of added work to an already busy holiday season. There’s different ways to spread joy and have fun, but if you like it, more power to you. You’ll like this book if you’re into hiding elves.

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

3/5 (physical book)

I really enjoyed this story that came with my Elf on the Shelf. It is cute and mystical, and the rhyme scheme makes the story engaging for the readers. The illustrations are well done, and it is a fun tradition for families to share.

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

Fun and Cute my kids loved it.

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

Dec 11, 2020 Shelly rated it liked it

This book explains the elf tradition that will visit you to report back to Santa.

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Loved reading this little Christmas book

The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

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The elf on the shelf a christmas tradition

What is the tradition behind elf on a shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas tradition where a special scout is sent to your home from the North Pole to encourage kids to behave themselves. The idea is that Santa's little helper watches the children by day, and each night, it returns to the North Pole to report on whether they were naughty or nice.

Does the elf on the shelf do something Christmas Eve?

An Elf for Christmas is just for Christmas. On Christmas Eve you can pack away Elf in his box until next year. Or as you tell the children – Elves need to go back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve to join their friends in sweeping up the leftover wrapping paper and start the toymaking for next year!

Is Elf on the Shelf an American tradition?

"Elf on the Shelf" is an American-made company, but sales have also been surging in the UK.

What does the Elf represent at Christmas?

Christmas celebrations were gathering popularity and Scandinavian writers penned the elves' role as we know it today: good hearted fairy like helpers of Santa Claus that are sometimes mischievous.