How do you find an elf in your house?

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What is it? The Elf on the Shelf® is a Christmas tradition centered around Scout Elves who fly to the North Pole each night. Scout Elves arrive at homes in a keepsake box set that features a storybook. The book explains that elves love to report to Santa to tell him about each day's activities!
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Adoption Center
. At these special adoption centers, 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.
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Where do elves hide in your house?

Here are 25 places to hide your Elf on the Shelf:
  • Above the stockings. Difficulty level: EASY. ...
  • Inside the holiday wreath. Difficulty level: MEDIUM. ...
  • Inside the family photo area. ...
  • Tucked in the kids' toys. ...
  • Poppin' out of a Rice Krispie cereal box. ...
  • Scaling the wall with bows. ...
  • Scaling the tree. ...
  • On the coffee table display.
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How do you track down an elf?

To track the elf on the shelf on the norad santa tracker all you have to do is just install this funny north pole christmas elf tracker after that open the elf on the shelf games and press start to go to the Father Christmas elf on the shelf radar and North Pole tracker main menu then press and hold the Santa Claus ...
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How does Elf on the Shelf arrive in your home?

As the story goes, elves arrive around Thanksgiving and keep watch of children up until Christmas Eve. Every night during this time, elves fly to the North Pole to report to the big guy, ya know, Santa, about the kids' naughty or niceness, then return to a new spot each morning.
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Are elves real yes or no?

From a scientific viewpoint, elves are not considered objectively real. However, elves have in many times and places been believed to be real beings.
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Is Santa real?

He is based on St. Nicholas of Myra, who, according to Christian tradition, was a bishop in that small Roman town during the 4th century. Nicholas's reputation for generosity and kindness gave rise to legends of miracles he performed for the poor and unhappy.
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Where is Santa right now 2021?

Right now, Santa is at the North Pole.
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Can I call my elf on the shelf?

Even though your family can't talk to your elf directly while they are at the North Pole, you can keep in touch and let them know you're thinking of them – talk to your Elf on the Shelf® either online, by post, or keep up to date with their magical adventures!
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Does elf on the shelf have a camera?

The story in the book, written in rhyme, reveals that the elf doll is an emissary sent by Santa Claus to observe children and report back on their behavior for judgment. The elf cannot be touched or the magic will be broken; it is a silent observer, a CCTV camera with pointy ears.
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Why can't you touch an elf?

Children are not allowed to touch them.

Elves are very fragile, and if they are touched by human children they lose their magic and ability to communicate with Santa.
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Do parents move the Elf on the Shelf?

If little ones find their Scout Elf sitting on something they need to use, like relaxing in their sink, lying on their bookbag or hanging on their clothes, then it is okay for parents to move the elf, so kids can complete their morning routine and elves can get back to their important job!
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What do you do when your kid finds the Elf on the Shelf?

What Happens If Our Scout Elf Is Accidentally Touched?
  1. Write a note to your elf or Santa apologizing for touching your elf. This is the most effective way to help your Scout Elf get back in action quick!
  2. Sprinkle a little cinnamon next to your Scout Elf. ...
  3. Sing a Christmas carol with your family!
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Why did my elf not come?

Often an elf will lose their magic over night when the temperature gets too warm or they use up too much energy making something for you. Solution: To make sure the elf has enough magic to leave the next night, gently pick him up with kitchen tongs and place him in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes.
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How old is Santa?

According to the blog Email Santa, Santa Claus is 1,750 years old as of 2021. In fact, the origins of Santa Claus can be traced all the way back to a monk named Saint Nicholas, who was born between 260 and 280 A.D.
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What should my elf do tonight?

15 Clever Ideas For Things To Do With Your Elf On The Shelf
  • Help With Christmas Decorations. ...
  • Put the Elf to Work. ...
  • Surprise Lunch Wrap-up. ...
  • Go Bowling! ...
  • Christmas Movie Night. ...
  • Enjoy some Elf on the Shelf Cereal. ...
  • Have Your Elf Track in Some Snow. ...
  • Make Reindeer Food For Santa's Reindeer.
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What is my elf's phone number?

Available throughout the United States (as well as 13 countries including France, Sweden and Australia), it's a simple concept that will add that little extra pinch of magic dust to your holiday. Simply dial up +1-319-527-2680 or +1-712-770-4404 and get talking!
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How do you pick your elf name?

How Does My Scout Elf Get a Name?
  1. Brainstorm as a family to come up with as many ideas as you can! ...
  2. Pick something you and your family love—sports, gardening, movies, board games, cooking or any other hobby—and choose a fun elf name based on a favorite player, flower, film, song or food!
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What is Santa's text number?

Santa Claus has made his number toll-free for texts! Santa's digits are 844-YO-SANTA (844-967-2682).
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Is Santa alive in 2021?

The bad news: Santa Claus is definitely dead. Archaeologists in southern Turkey say they have discovered the tomb of the original Santa Claus, also known as St. Nicholas, beneath his namesake church near the Mediterranean Sea.
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Can I call Santa?

That's right, Kris Kringle has a direct line: (951) 262-3062. Obviously this time of year keeps Santa busy in his workshop, so don't be shocked when it goes right to voicemail. Those toys don't make themselves you know! Unsurprisingly, callers to Santa's personal line are are greeted by a requisite ho, ho, ho!
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Is Santa tracker real?

Yes, NORAD really tracks Santa. You can track his flight path online, watch video of his progress through apps or just make a good old-fashioned phone call to find out where he is.
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Should I tell my 12 year old about Santa?

D., a pediatric psychologist at Children's Health℠, "and there's no set age where children should know the truth about Santa Claus." Dr. Lamminen says each family and each child within that family will be ready to talk about Santa at different ages.
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How do I tell my 10 year old about Santa?

Get them talking about all the reasons they think Santa's the best. They may start out by pointing to his sleigh-riding skills or the fact he can go around the whole world in just one night. But move the conversation toward Santa being not so much of a cool person, but a cool concept that's focused on giving.
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At 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.)
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