what are the rules of elf on a shelf

The rules of Elf on a Shelf are as follows: *Your* elf is only allowed to observe and report to Santa Claus, not interact or intervene in any way. The elf should be placed in a new location each morning, preferably in a position where they can see all the family members. The elf should *never* be touched or moved by anyone other than the head of the household. Lastly, the elf is only allowed to move once everyone has gone to sleep.