how to do elf on a shelf

Oh, the Elf on the Shelf! A popular holiday tradition! The Elf on the Shelf is a little elf figurine that comes to life and watches over children during the holiday season. The elf is supposed to report back to Santa about the children's behavior, so the kids have to be on their best behavior. The elf can appear in all sorts of places, like on top of the Christmas tree, in the kitchen, or even in the bathroom. The elf's main purpose is to bring joy and magic to the holiday season.