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Daily Elf on the Shelf Notes

Tap for a quick morning note from the elf: a bit of mischief, a bit of praise.

Child's Name Elf's Name

A note from your elf

Psst, friend! Last night at the North Pole, everyone was talking about how you helped set the table. Santa laughed so hard when I told him about it. Merry mischief, Your Elf

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Daily elf notes keep the magic going on the mornings you are out of big ideas. Each one is a short note from the elf: what it got up to while everyone slept, or what Santa heard about yesterday. Type your names above and tap for a new one each night.

Funny Elf Notes to Leave Next to the Setup

The note works best when it matches what the kids find. A few the generator has written, with the setup that goes with each:

"I got a little bored last night, so I went fishing in the kitchen sink." Goes with: the elf, a pencil rod and some goldfish crackers in the sink.
"Shhh, do not tell Santa, but last night I made snow angels in the flour." Goes with: a little flour on a baking tray.
"After everyone went to bed, I had a tea party with your stuffed animals." Goes with: toys around a play tea set.
"Last night I counted every light on the Christmas tree (there are a LOT)." Goes with: the elf hanging off the tree.

Notes of Praise From the Elf

Some notes skip the mischief and tell the kids Santa heard something good: "I told Santa all about how you made your bed all by yourself, and he did a little happy dance." They are a gentle way to notice good behavior without a lecture.

Dear Mia and Leo,
Last night at the North Pole, everyone was talking about how gentle you were with the pets. I hope you have an awesome day today.
Your very own scout elf,
Jingle

For tonight's setup, pick one from our Elf on the Shelf ideas list, or use a kindness challenge on the mornings you want the elf to set a mission instead.

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Elf Note Generator — FAQ

Does the elf need to leave a note every day?

No. Plenty of families only leave a note now and then, for a special setup or when the elf has something to explain. A note every morning is lovely if you have the energy, and this page makes it quick.

What are funny things for the elf to write?

Mischief the elf "did" overnight works best: a marshmallow snowman, fishing in the sink, a race with the toy cars. Match the note to the setup if you can, so the kids see the proof.

How do I keep the daily notes different?

Tap again until you get one you have not used. The notes are put together from lots of parts, so there are thousands of combinations.

What are some cute things for the elf to say?

Short and warm works best: "I told Santa how kind you were today", "Can you guess where I will land tonight?" or a sign-off like "Hugs and sprinkles". Tap above for more.