The holiday season is upon us, and it’s time to bring out the Elf on the Shelf! If you’re looking for fresh and fun ideas to keep your kids entertained, you’ve come to the right place.
Here are 30 unique and easy Elf on the Shelf ideas that will make this holiday season magical.
1. Elf’s Hot Cocoa Stand
Set up a mini hot cocoa stand with tiny cups, marshmallows, and a sign. Your elf can be the barista for the day!
2. Snowball Fight
Create a snowball fight scene with mini marshmallows. Position your elf and a few toy friends in the middle of the action.
3. Elf’s Snowman Day
Elf got caught decorating snowman out of toilet paper! You can even add more toilet paper rolls around to show the process. Make sure to decorate one of them with the snowman face.
4. Cookie Decorating
Set up a cookie decorating station with small cookies, icing, and sprinkles. Your elf can be caught mid-decorating.
5. Elf’s Reading Corner
Create a cozy reading nook with a tiny book and a small blanket. Your elf can be found enjoying a good read.
6. Balloon Ride
Attach your elf to a bunch of helium balloons and let them float around the room. Make sure they’re safely anchored!
7. Elf’s Art Studio
Set up a mini art studio with a small easel, paintbrush, and a tiny canvas. Your elf can be painting a holiday masterpiece.
8. Movie Night
Arrange a mini movie night with a tiny popcorn bowl and a small screen (a smartphone works great). Your elf can be watching a holiday classic.
9. Elf’s Ice Skating Rink
Create an ice skating rink with a mirror and some cotton balls for snow. Position your elf with paperclip skates.
10. Elf’s Science Experiment
Set up a simple science experiment with baking soda and vinegar. Your elf can be the scientist conducting the experiment.
11. Elf’s Zip Line Adventure
Create a zip line with string and let your elf zip across the room. Use a small hook or clip to secure them.
12. Elf’s Baking Day
Arrange a baking scene with tiny baking tools and some flour. Your elf can be caught in the middle of making cupcakes.
13. Elf’s Fishing Trip
Set up a fishing scene with a small bowl of water, a toy fish, and a makeshift fishing rod. Your elf can be fishing for fun.
14. Elf’s Rock Climbing
Create a rock climbing wall with small pebbles or Lego pieces. Position your elf climbing up the wall.
15. Elf’s Snow Angel
Make a snow angel scene with flour or sugar. Your elf can be lying in the middle of their snow angel creation.
16. Elf’s Candy Cane Hunt
Hide candy canes around the house and have your elf holding a map or clue to find them.
17. Elf’s Sleigh Ride
Set up a sleigh ride with a small toy sleigh and some reindeer figurines. Your elf can be the driver.
18. Elf’s Dance Party
Arrange a dance party with other toys and some festive music. Your elf can be the DJ or dancing along.
19. Elf’s Gardening Day
Create a mini garden with small plants or fake flowers. Your elf can be tending to their garden.
20. Elf’s Puzzle Time
Set up a small puzzle and have your elf working on it. Use a mini puzzle or create one from a picture.
21. Elf’s Superhero Adventure
Dress your elf in a superhero cape and mask. Position them in a heroic pose, ready to save the day.
22. Elf’s Camping Trip
Set up a mini camping scene with a small tent, a fake campfire, and some tiny marshmallows. Your elf can be enjoying the great outdoors.
23. Elf’s Treasure Hunt
Create a treasure hunt with clues leading to a small prize. Your elf can be the guide on this adventure.
24. Elf’s Bubble Bath
Arrange a bubble bath scene with a small bowl, cotton balls for bubbles, and a tiny towel. Your elf can be relaxing in the bath.
25. Elf’s Music Concert
Set up a mini concert with toy instruments and other toys as the audience. Your elf can be the star performer.
26. Elf’s Photo Booth
Create a photo booth with props and a small backdrop. Your elf can be taking fun holiday photos.
27. Elf’s Snowball Target Practice
Set up a target practice scene with mini marshmallows and a target. Your elf can be aiming for the bullseye.
28. Elf’s Christmas Tree Decorating
Arrange a mini Christmas tree with tiny ornaments. Your elf can be caught in the act of decorating.
29. Elf’s Letter Writing
Set up a letter writing station with tiny paper and a pen. Your elf can be writing a letter to Santa.
30. Elf’s Magic Show
Create a magic show scene with a small hat and a toy rabbit. Your elf can be performing a magic trick.
In Closing
These creative and easy Elf on the Shelf ideas are sure to bring joy and excitement to your holiday season. Try out a few or all of them to keep the magic alive for your kids. Happy holidays!
Until next time…Happy Parenting!
~ Momma Braga
