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Our very best selection of Elf on the Shelf activities!
Sneak in some learning in the run-up to Christmas with these super fun Elf on the Shelf activities!
Below you will find a link to grab your free Elf on the Shelf Activity Cards as well as links to dedicated posts for each challenge. Each post has a full list of supplies needed & detailed photos/instructions on how to prepare your activities!
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
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Day 1: Hello Elf
Elf & friend arrive from the North Pole through their magic elf door!
What You Need:
- Christmas Elf
- Pen & paper to write a letter from Elf to your child
- Magic Elf door (optional)
- Elf Annual (optional)
- Elf balloon (optional)
- or any other Elf related props!
Day 2 – Elf on the Shelf Names: Fun Word Building Activity
Every elf needs a name so have fun coming up with name ideas for your new elf!
Day 3 – Christmas Ornament Sorting
Sort the baubles before they go on the tree!
Day 4 – Singing Christmas Songs Activity
Elf has made his favourite Christmas tunes playlist. This must mean it is song & dance time!
Day 5 – How to Make Snowman Playdough
Brrr, it’s chilly outside – let’s build a snowman!
Day 6 – Christmas Shortbread
Santa loves a bit of shortbread – this must mean it is baking time!
Day 7 – Design Your Own Christmas Jumper
Who doesn’t love a Christmas jumper?!
Day 8 – Christmas Writing Station
A great way to get the kids to write their Christmas cards!
Day 9 – Easy Snowflake Craft
Decorate your house with these pretty DIY snowflakes!
Day 10 – Giant Gingerbread Man Art Project
A fun craft that will keep the kids busy for ages!
Day 11 – Christmas Wish List
Practise scissor skills whilst making a Christmas wish list
Day 12 – Christmas Card Craft
Rather than buying Christmas cards, how about the kids make their own for someone special?
FREE PRINTABLE ELF ON THE SHELF ACTIVITIES: 24 CHALLENGES
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Day 13 – Festive Christmas Counting Game
A brilliant game for practising counting with a Christmas theme!
Day 14 – Christmas Addition Game
Extend the game by introducing some addition!
Day 15 – Christmas Sensory Bin
Explore a fun Christmas themed box & see what Elf has chosen!
Day 16 – Christmas Paper Puzzles: Cut & Stick
Oh no! Elf mixed up the pictures… Practise scissor skills with these fun Christmas paper puzzles as children put the pieces back together again
Day 17 – Build Santa a Chimney
Santa needs a chimney – can you help Elf build one?
Day 18 – Fake Snow
Fake snow…using a diaper/nappy!
Day 19 – Paper Christmas Tree
As well as decorating the real tree, how about decorating some paper Christmas trees?
Day 20 – Christmas Numeral Recognition
Recognising numbers AND eating candy? Amazing!
Day 21 – Candy Cane Scavenger Hunt
A fun Christmas themed treasure hunt!
Day 22 – DIY Elf on the Shelf House
Create a Christmas house for your Elf with this fun craft!
Day 23 – Planning a Christmas Party
It’s nearly Christmas Eve! Time to plan a party
Day 24 – Elf Goodbye
Say goodbye to your Elf with a special note or letter. See you again next year!
FREE PRINTABLE ELF ON THE SHELF ACTIVITIES: 24 CHALLENGES
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—>>> FREE PRINTABLE ELF ON THE SHELF ACTIVITY CARDS: 24 CHALLENGES
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