Elf door for Christmas: Everything about the magical world of the elf
The ultimate guide for your Christmas season with the elf
What does the elf do ? Ideas for pranks
Who is the elf? - This is how the Scandinavian tradition works.
The elf is a very special Advent tradition from Scandinavia. This is how it works: On the first of December, a small christmas elf moves in for the entire Advent season. He is a little helper from Father Christmas or the Christ Child who lives behind a small elf door and plays funny tricks throughout the Advent season. He can refer to current topics in the family, write letters, leave presents or simply play cheeky pranks. The mysterious thing is that the kids never get to see elf as he (or she - there are also female elves) is up to mischief at night. Nevertheless, he lets them hear from him every day by communicating in the form of elf letters.
With his creative ideas and miniature worlds, elf enchants the kids and spreads lots of Christmas cheer. Once he has been with you in a year, he will return to your family again and again (if you want him to). There is no right and wrong in the elf world: each family designs their elf season individually.
Elf pranks for an unforgettable holiday elf season
elf season is just around the corner - and with it, lots of fun pranks and magical surprises! When the little elf is secretly active night after night during Advent, there's always something new for the kids to discover. We have put together 10 clever elf activities for you to spread the Christmas spirit at elf.
The elf door - The gateway to the world of gnomes
The small elf door is essential for the elf. Because behind it is his home for the Advent season. You can build a door yourself or buy one. Very important: The elf door should never be able to be opened. We don't want your children to suddenly come across a white wall where the magical world of the gnome is actually hidden.
elf Accessories - everything your christmas elf needs
To make your elf season extra special, you can create a whole elf world with elf accessories. We'll tell you what you need for a successful elf season and how to bring your elf world to life.
Ideas, templates and accessories: elf books
A elf can, admittedly, be a lot of work if it has to appear every day. You can find lots of ideas for pranks on various blogs. You can also find a 24-day plan in the Limmaland elf handbooks. This gives you an idea for a prank, magic trick or activity for every day in December. The matching craft templates, as well as even more accessories such as stickers and envelopes, can be found directly in the appendix of the books. You will also receive a pre-written elf letter for each day that matches the respective idea. Thanks to alternative elf letters and other ideas, you can still remain flexible.
The elf for daycare centres and primary schools
The Christmas magic of the gnome doesn't just belong in your home, but can also be wonderfully incorporated into everyday life in daycare centres and primary schools. The elf not only brings Christmas cheer, but can also playfully address current educational topics in the group and strengthen team spirit. We'll show you why this works so well and how elf can be incorporated into your group or class.
FAQs - Frequently asked questions about the elf
What age is the elf suitable for?
Does the elf replace an advent calendar?
The elf is present every day during Advent until Christmas Eve. Just like an Advent calendar, the little ones can look forward to a message, a prank or another elf activity every day. We think so: The elf creates a special magic in the run-up to Christmas and gets us in the Christmas spirit even more than an Advent calendar. We give you a few reasons why the elf can work as an alternative to an advent calendar.
The elf as an Advent calendar alternative
What is the elf called?
Only the name really gives your elf character. There are no limits when it comes to finding a name. Whether traditional Scandinavian or cheeky and unusual: you can decide the name yourself or together with your kids.
When does elf move in and out?
The elf usually moves in on the first of December and moves out again at Christmas when its work is done. Especially when the elf moves in with you for the first year, the little ones have to get used to the new house guest. And it's often hard to say goodbye to your beloved friend, but he'll definitely be back next year. We'll give you a few tips on how to organise the move-in and move-out of the elf in a clever and loving way.
5 ideas for the elf move-in 5 ideas for the elf move-out
Where and how is the elf door attached?
You should mount the elf door in a place where it is easily visible and accessible. A corner in the living room, kitchen or hallway is best, where there is some space for the accessories and the elf pranks and there is no constant "through traffic". The children's room is not suitable as there is a lot going on in front of the small door at night, which the little ones should only discover the next morning. The best way to attach the elf door to the wall is with self-adhesive poster strips. These stick firmly and can still be removed without leaving any residue.