12 Funny Elf on the Shelf™ Ideas for Kids

’Tis the season! Santa’s Scout Elves have officially been spotted, and they’re checking to see who’s been nice this year. Is Elf on the Shelf™ part of your family’s Christmas traditions? Here are a few ideas for what your Elf can do before they head back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve.

Christmas Treat Training

The “weight” is over—and Elf has been training all year for this!
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O Cookie Tree, O Cookie Tree…

The elf won’t head back to the North Pole until Christmas Eve, so he’s making himself at home. An elf-sized tree for our spy guy!

It's Baking Time

Because helping mom and dad bake Christmas cookies is a surefire way to get on the nice list.

Christmas Tree Treats

Looks like the elf got up to a little late-night baking! Wake up to a tray of the finest elf-made cookies in town.

It's Snack Time

Before Santa comes to town, the elf does a quick quality check on the household cookie situation.

Sugary Slope

Talk about traveling in style! This speedy sled is perfect for Elf’s reindeer games.

Sweet Snow Angel

The silliest snow angel we ever did see. The elf can make fun anywhere!

Scrumptious Snowman

Making a snowman is on our Christmas bucket list, and the elf’s, too! (Corncob pipe and button nose not required.)

Tasty Travels

On Dasher, on Dancer! The elf is taking a test ride for his trip back to the North Pole.
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Surprise Sweets for Santa

Before heading home, Elf leaves a little surprise just for the big guy. See you back at the North Pole, Santa!

Tic-Tac Dough

Just a little friendly competition between coworkers. Best two out of three wins!

Cookie Quest

Ain’t no counter high enough! Nothing gets between an elf and their cookies.

It’s easy (and sweet) to bring these ideas to life with Pillsbury Holiday cookies, like Christmas Tree Sugar Cookies, Snowman Sugar Cookies or Reindeer Sugar Cookies. And see more holiday fun at www.elfontheshelf.com.