What to do if your elf is not moving?

What to do if your elf is not moving?

1. He wanted to get in shape to travel to his next exciting location. The Elf on the Shelf. …
2. He was so hungry he wanted a midnight snack (if the Elf is in a kitchen/dining area). The Elf on the Shelf. …
3. Santa told him he could take some much needed time off.

Why doesn’t the Elf on the Shelf move?

40 Reasons your Elf on the Shelf didn’t move: Someone got out of bed (if Elf hears movement he won’t move for risk of being seen) It’s too warm in your house compared to the North Pole, he’s forgotten what to do! Elf would rather not report bad behavior, he saw what you did yesterday, you have one day to correct it.

Why is my Elf on the Shelf not working?

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.

How do I make my elf move again?

This is the most effective way to help your Scout Elf get back in action quick! Sprinkle a little cinnamon next to your Scout Elf. Cinnamon is like vitamins for your elf, and it will help him or her get back to the North Pole where the elf doctors can give them a quick check-up! Sing a Christmas carol with your family!

Why is my elf not moving for bad behavior?

He didn’t want to report bad behavior. What can I say, the Elf has a heart. He didn’t want to give Santa a bad report, so he’s giving you the kids an extra day to be really good! And if he does have to report bad behavior, print out this Naughty Warning.

Do parents move the Elf on the Shelf yes or no?

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!

Can Elf on the Shelf have babies?

What happens if a dog touches Elf on the Shelf?

If anyone touches the scout, he or she cannot fly to the North Pole and back every night. But don’t worry! If your elf is accidentally touched, or falls out of the tree, or the dog mistakes it for a chew toy, you can revive the magic.

Do elves move every night?

Each morning, the elf chooses a new vantage point from which to keep an eye on the kids. The night before Christmas, the elf flies off one last time to spend the year with Santa until reappearing next season. Every night, a parent hides the elf in a new place.

What does the Elf on the Shelf do when child misbehaves?

We explain he’ll report back to Santa every night regarding their behavior. Sure, the Elf returns to a new spot each morning, often doing funny, silly things. But for many families, he’s partially there to warn children that a lack of good behavior leads to a lack of presents.

What to do if your child sees you move the elf?

Be honest with your child. Tell him/her that the Elf on the Shelf is something parents do to make the Christmas season a little more fun for kids, and you are sorry he/she is so smart to have figured it out too soon but Santa (or you) will be proud of him/her for letting siblings/friends continue believing in the elf.

What to do if your kid finds the elf?

1. Write Santa a note to apologize.
2. Say sorry to the scout elf.
3. Sprinkle pure cinnamon around the elf before bed.

How do I make my Elf on the Shelf move more?

1. Put Elf in your routine– Associate moving the Elf with the last thing you do before you go to bed. …
2. Use a calendar of Elf moves– Print this blank calendar (Move Santa’s Helper Calendar – LIHP) and take a few minutes to plan out some elf moves.

Can parents touch the Elf on the Shelf?

Do parents move the elf on the shelf, and are they Santa? No. The elf works for Santa. Don’t touch him!