The elf comes with a book — which is to teach children about the elf and the purpose of the elf's visit. 'ELF ON THE SHELF': HOW THE BRAND EVOLVED OVER 16 YEARS But there’s a catch … ...

Elf on the Shelf is based on the book written by Carol Aebersold and her daughter Chanda Bell. As the story goes, cute 10-inch tall elves, called Scout Elves, arrive in children's homes during the ...

The mother-daughter duo self-published "The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition" in 2005. The original book comes with an elf doll, available in several diverse options.

When does Elf on the Shelf start? According to the official Elf on the Shelf Instagram, Scout Elves arrive in households anytime between Nov. 22 (Thanksgiving Eve in 2023) through Dec. 1.

Years later, Aebersold's daughter, Chanda Bell, spotted the family's elf sitting — you guessed it — on a shelf, and she had an idea. "I told my mom we should write this story," Bell said.

Basic Elf on the Shelf rules The one major rule to remember about your Scout Elf is the one your kids are most likely to break: don’t touch it. Not by a finger, a toe, an elbow, or any other ...

An Elf on the Shelf is one of Santa’s most important helpers. An Elf on the Shelf observes your child from a special location which changes every day.

Zooey Deschanel, 43, recently shared a video to her Instagram Story of the elaborate Elf on the Shelf display she created for her two kids, son Charlie Wolf, 6, and daughter Elsie Otter, 8.

The Elf on the Shelf is getting its own reality competition series at the Food Network. “The Elf on the Shelf: Sweet Showdown” will premiere on Nov. 19, TheWrap has exclusively learned.

When does Elf on the Shelf start? According to the official Elf on the Shelf Instagram, Scout Elves arrive in households anytime between Nov. 22 (Thanksgiving Eve in 2023) through Dec. 1.