50+ Simple & Easy Elf On the Shelf Ideas (that aren’t naughty)

Looking for some simple and easy Elf on the Shelf ideas that aren’t naughty? I’ve got you covered.

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A few years ago, I spoke about why my household doesn’t participate in the Elf on the Shelf phenomenon, and nothing has really changed. However, when my cousin reached out, asking if I had a few ideas, I decided, Why not share my ideas with the world? With December 1st right around the corner, parents are going to be bringing out their mini-helpers in the hopes that their kids will behave until Christmas.

Don’t get me wrong, I was also one of those parents, and Shep, my elf, would make his grand return every December 1st and, if I’m honest, was even more mischievous than the kids. You may have even seen him go fishing with Swedish Fish on my Instagram.

However, bringing out your Elf on the Shelf also means that you’re going to need ideas, as you’re going to be moving your Elf around daily. It is also one of the reasons why I no longer participate. I know how to make my kids behave, and it’s as simple as this: if you don’t behave, no gifts for you. Madison is also at an age where she’s slowly losing belief in the big guy, thanks to her older brothers and sisters, and she knows exactly where the gifts come from. So having an Elf spy on her won’t make much of a difference, and in our household, we believe in the 3-gift Christmas rule.

However, if you’re one of those parents who simply enjoys the fun of moving your Elf on the Shelf daily and are looking for some easy Elf on the Shelf ideas that aren’t naughty, here are over fifty simple and easy ideas for you.

Over 50 Simple & Easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas That Aren’t Naughty

  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could bring a small gift each day, such as a piece of candy or a new Christmas ornament.
  1. Each day, they could put a new spin on classic hide-and-seek by hiding in different places.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf play some fun holiday-themed games with the kids, such as Elf bowling or Jingle Bell Toss.
  1. They could help with some holiday baking, such as decorating cookies or making gingerbread houses.
  1. They could make snow angels in a bowl of flour or sugar.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could ride a toy reindeer or sled down the stairs.
  1. They could build a fort out of pillows and blankets.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf write a note to the kids each day, such as a holiday joke or riddle.
  1. They could wrap presents for the family members.
  1. They could make a gingerbread house for the family pets.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could bring a new book for the family to read each night before bed.
  1. They could hide small treats around the house for the kids to find.
  1. You could have a scavenger hunt each day, with your Elf on the Shelf hiding clues around the house leading to their final location.
  1. They could decorate the Christmas tree with the kids.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf play tag with the kids.
  1. They could make a paper chain out of construction paper.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could bring a new pair of pajamas for the kids to wear each night.
  1. They could build a gingerbread house for Santa and his elves.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf make breakfast in bed for the family one morning.
  1. They could decorate the house with Christmas lights.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could wrap presents for the family pets.
  1. They could make a fort out of holiday cards.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf bring a new holiday-themed movie for the family to watch each night.
  1. They could make homemade Christmas decorations with the kids.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could hide small presents around the house for the kids to find.
  1. They could make a gingerbread replica of your house.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf bring a new pair of socks for the kids to wear each day.
  1. They could bring a new puzzle each day for the kids to put together.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could bring a small toy for each child to play with.
  1. They could decorate the fireplace with stockings and garland.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf make a gingerbread replica of Santa’s sleigh.
  1. They could make homemade Christmas cards with the kids.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf bring a new ornament for the family to hang on the Christmas tree each day.
  1. They could make a fort out of pillows and blankets and sleep in it overnight.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could bake cookies for Santa and his elves.
  1. They could make a paper chain out of holiday-themed wrapping paper.
  1. You could have your Elf on the Shelf hide small presents around the house for each child to find.
  1. They could decorate the Christmas tree with candy canes.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could make a gingerbread house for the family pets.
  1. They could hide small candy canes around the house for the kids to find.
  1. They could decorate the Christmas tree with pictures of the family.
  1. They could have a sleepover with your kid’s favorite stuffed animals or dolls.
  1. They could decorate the Christmas tree with popcorn and cranberries.
  1. Have your Elf on the Shelf build a chocolate tower Jenga with KitKat chocolate bars.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could make reindeer food for Santa’s sleigh on Christmas Eve.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could hold a holiday-themed sing-along with the family by setting up a playlist with Alexa.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could write empowerment messages on the mirror that your kids can see each morning.
  1. Place your Elf on the Shelf on the fridge for a great “The Floor is Lava” game.
  1. Have your Elf on the Shelf create some marshmallow snowmen that the kids can use in their hot chocolate.
  1. They could write loving notes or funny jokes that are placed in their lunch boxes each day.
  1. They could make paper snowflakes with the kids and hang them up around the house.
  1. They could make homemade pizzas with the kids.
  1. One day, they could turn your living room into a giant fort made out of blankets and pillows.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could make a gingerbread man out of construction paper and hide him around the house for the kids to find.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could decorate the front door with Christmas lights and garland.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could make a gingerbread man out of construction paper and hide him around the house for the kids to find.
  1. One day, they could make homemade hot chocolate for the kids.
  1. One day, they could bring a new stuffed animal for the kids.
  1. Another day, they could make snowflakes out of paper and hang them up around the house.
  1. Your Elf on the Shelf could make a gingerbread man out of playdough for the kids.
  1. Another day, they could bake Christmas cookies with the kids. Here are a few easy cookies that kids can bake.
  1. Another day, they could have a snowball fight with the kids using cotton balls.
  1. If all else fails, simply put him in the tree. You really can’t go wrong.

In Conclusion

These over 50 simple and easy Elf on the Shelf ideas that aren’t naughty are sure to get you through the holiday season; after all, you only need 24. From decorated gingerbread houses to playing hide-and-seek with presents, your Elf on the Shelf will keep the family entertained all month long. So get creative and have fun with it! After all, that’s what the holidays are all about.

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