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Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas

November 16, 2024

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Wondering what to do when Elf on the Shelf arrives? I’ve got some Elf on the Shelf arrival ideas your kids won’t forget!

The return of Elf on the Shelf is an exciting time for kids. You can go as simple or as big as you want with your Elf on the Shelf arrival and these ideas are a mix of both!

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Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas

Elf on the Shelf Arrival Letter

A fun and easy to welcome back your Elf on the Shelf is with an Elf on the Shelf Arrival Letter. Grab your free printable letter and set it with your Elf on the Shelf on the night he returns.

free elf on the shelf arrival letter

Let Me In!

Tape your Elf on the Shelf on the outside of a window. Use a window marker or tape a sign that says “I’m back! Let me in, it is cold out here!”

Elf on the Shelf Arrival Breakfast

Have your Elf on the Shelf set up an arrival breakfast of Christmas themed goodies! Donuts, cereal, waffles, or whatever else you can find that makes for a special breakfast.

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Flying in From the North Pole

Use the Elf on the Shelf Hot Air Balloon or Elf on the Shelf Airplane for your Elf on the Shelf return. They are returning from the North Pole so why not have them use elf sized transportation. You can also find neat DIY Elf Hot Air Balloon Ideas on Pinterest if you are crafty!

Advent Elf on the Shelf

If you are Elf on the Shelf returns December 1st, and you do advent calendars, have your elf bring one. When it comes to Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas, this is the one I have done the past 2 years!

Special Delivery

Save a UPS box and use it for one of the most fun Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas! Pack your elf inside and label it from the North Pole. Set it outside the door for the kids to find!

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I’m Baaaack!!

Write I’m Baaaack!! and put your Elf on the Shelf by the message. You can write the message on a piece of paper or spell it out using candy or cereal.

Elf on the Shelf Arrival Scavenger Hunt

Use this free printable Elf on the Shelf Arrival Scavenger Hunt when your Elf on the Shelf returns. There are 8 clues that will lead your child to their Elf on the Shelf.

printable elf on the shelf arrival scavenger hunt

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