Can Mommy touch the Elf on the Shelf?

Are grown-ups allowed to intervene? Santa advises that no family member touch their Elf on the Shelf, but he does describe a few rare instances when an adult may use tongs or potholders to help an elf in an urgent situation.

What happens if parents touch Elf on the Shelf?

Elves are very fragile, and if they are touched by human children they lose their magic and ability to communicate with Santa.

Can parents touch the Elf on the Shelf with gloves?

There is nothing in legend that would prevent or forbid a person from touching an elf while wearing gloves, other than the elf's willingness to be touched.

How does Elf on the Shelf work for parents?

The premise is that each night, your elf flies to the North Pole to tell Santa Claus whether your children have been naughty or nice. It's a cute way to keep the spirit of Santa alive—and encourage good behavior in your children in anticipation of Christmas (and hopefully all year round).

Are children allowed to touch Elf on the Shelf?

The official Elf on the Shelf website details the three rules to follow. The first and most important rule is that you must NOT touch your Elf. If you do, they will lose all their magic - and nobody wants that to happen. When scout elves lose their magic, they can't go about their Christmas duties.

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Is Santa real or is it your parents?

Santa is real in the sense that he was an actual person. Otherwise known as Saint Nicholas, his story goes all the way back to the 3rd century. He was a monk who was born in 280 A.D. in modern-day Turkey. As an only child, he was given great affection by his parents.

What is the age limit for Elf on the Shelf?

The Elf on the Shelf tradition can be started at any age, but most parents recommend waiting until your child is between the ages of 2 and 3. They claim it's the perfect sweet spot for children to appreciate and understand the elves' magic while establishing this family tradition at a young age.

Do elfs move or do parents move them?

According to elf legend, the elf moves each night.

Do parents move the elves?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas tradition that sees parents moving an Elf on the Shelf (also known as a "Scout Elf") around the house every day to keep an eye on children ahead of Santa's visit.

Does each kid get their own elf?

Do I need one Elf per child or one per household? The choice is yours. We have included two Nice List Certificates and two Letters to Santa in each kit, as these items are personal. All the other items can be shared as a family.

How do you move an elf without losing magic?

There are two rules with Elf on the Shelf. The kids cannot touche Elf on the Shelf or it will lose its magic. If they DO touch it, they need to write a letter to Santa, apologize and add some cinnamon beside the elf before bed.

What to do if your kid touches the elf?

Why didn t my elf move last night?

They have a favorite spot in your home. When your Scout Elf flies back from the North Pole and lands in the same spot, chances are it's their favorite place to sit in your home. Just like you have a favorite spot on the couch, your elf has favorite spots, too! The spot has a great vantage point.

Is it true if you touch a Elf on the Shelf it loses its magic?

Once your Scout Elf has their magic, they must preserve it as much as they can. Your family can help by never touching your elf. If you accidentally touch your elf, they could lose their magic and be unable to fly to the North Pole. Luckily, Santa's thought of everything, so restoring the magic is simple.

Are you supposed to cut Elf on the Shelf hands?

Are you supposed to cut the tie between their hands? This is again a personal decision. Some people don't and some people do. The reason you would cut them would be to make your elf easier to position when placing him each night.

Can you touch your elf after Christmas?

Don't touch your elf or their magic will disappear. Talk to your elf, but know that they can't talk back. Your elf reports to Santa nightly and can deliver letters to him. On Christmas Eve, your elf will return to the North Pole and stay there until next season.

What happens if your elf is not moving?

Elves need to wait until everyone is asleep before they can move around. If there was too much activity around the house last night, perhaps your elf only had time to get to the North Pole and back, but not enough time to find a new position. Make sure you get to bed early tonight to help them out!

Where can I hide Elf on the Shelf?

How do you get an Elf on the Shelf for free?

Visit an official Scout Elf Adoption Center.

At these special adoption centres, which are typically only open during the holiday season, you and your family can visit and pick out your very own Elf on the Shelf® to take home. Find an adoption centre near you.

What are the two rules for the Elf on the Shelf?

There are just a few rules to remember! The most important—don't touch your Scout Elf, or they will lose their magic! Scout Elves can't talk, but they are great listeners. Little ones can share secrets and wishes with their elf as often as they'd like.

What started Elf on a Shelf?

The Elf on the Shelf tradition started back in 2005 when Carol Aebersold and her daughter Chanda Bell, self-published the book “The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition” along with a special box with a small Scout Elf inside.

Who is Santa's oldest elf?

Summary: Elwyn, Santa's oldest elf, and Blitzen, a retired reindeer, help Santa out for one last Christmas.

What age do kids stop believing in Santa?

In 2019, House Method surveyed more than 4,500 families across the United States, and found the overall average age for no longer believing in Santa Claus is 8.4 years old. (But it varies by state: Kids in Mississippi generally believe until they're 10, while kids in Oregon stop believing at 7.)

How old is a 20 year old elf?

Elves take their time doing things because of their long life span. So to them 100 years feels like what 20 years feels like to a Human.