Choose one of our two blank Elf on the Shelf letter printables and explore what you can do with them below.

Table of Contents
- Elf on the Shelf Facts
- Elf on the Shelf Books and Toy
- Free Printable Elf on the Shelf Letter Templates
- Fun Elf on the Shelf Jokes
- Cute Elf on the Shelf Quotes
- Easy Elf on the Shelf Activities and Winter Crafts
- How to Download Your Free Printable Elf on the Shelf Letter Templates Pdf
- Pin Our Free Elf on the Shelf Letter Printables
Elf on the Shelf Facts
Before we get started with our Elf on the Shelf letters, let’s learn a little bit about this elf tradition.
What Is an Elf on the Shelf?
The Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas tradition centered around Scout Elves who fly each night to the North Pole to report Santa if each child was naughty or nice.
With their Scout Elf around kids love to maintain their best behavior, to make sure to be on Santa’s nice list!
How Does the Elf on the Shelf Tradition work?
Each Scout Elf arrives at home in a keepsake box set that features a storybook. This book explains how the Elf on the Shelf works.
- 1. Read the Story and Name your Elf
After your elf arrived at your house read the story to your children, then it is crucial that you name your scout elf.
- 2. Follow the Rules
There are three rules your family should follow:
- Don’t touch your Scout Elf, or they will lose their magic!
- Your Elf can’t talk but they are great listeners. Your children can share secrets and wishes with their elves as often as they’d like.
- On Christmas Eve it is time to say goodbye to your Scout Elf. All elves will return to Santa to prepare for the next Christmas.
- 3. Let the Magic Begin
When Scout Elves return each night from the North Pole, they land in a different spot in your home. The founder of the Elf on the Shelf refers to this as “elf ideas.”
Essentially, elf ideas are photos or instructions that inspire elves’ new landing spots or gimmicks. Let your creativity free range.
In case you need some easy ideas, go check out these Super Easy Elf on the Shelf Hiding Spot Ideas.
These and more Elf on the Shelf facts can be found on the official elf page.
Easy Elf on the Shelf Hacks
Once you have set your mind and your family is adapting an Elf on the Shelf the most important thing to remember is to stay calm, don’t panic. There are a couple of Elf on the Shelf tricks you can follow to avoid stress:
- Keep Calm
- Plan ahead
- Use easy Ideas
Check out our list of 12 Easy Elf on the Shelf Hacks and Ideas everyone should know here.
Elf on the Shelf Books and Toy
Did you enjoy our kid’s Elf on the Shelf jokes?
Then go check out these great stocking stuffer ideas for girls, boys, toddlers, and kids next.
Free Printable Elf on the Shelf Letter Templates
I will use them as Elf on the Shelf arrival letter printables and different messages during his visit.
Our letter template for your Elf on the Shelf is pretty easy to use and gives you many different options to use them for.
Let’s get started.
Elf on the Shelf Letter Template Materials
Elf on the Shelf Joke Writing Template Instructions
Our Elf on the Shelf printables is pretty self-explaining.
- Print your Elf on the Shelf Welcome Letter Template (link below)
- Choose which of both Elf on the Shelf letter printable layouts you like to use.
- Write a letter from the Elf on the Shelf to your children.
- Hide your personal Elf on the Shelf Letter Printout together with your Elf.
The benefit of our blank Elf on the Shelf letter printables is that they can be used in many different ways.
You can use them as:
- Elf on the Shelf Welcome Letter Template
- Elf on the Shelf Goodbye Letter Printable
- Any Elf on the Shelf Message to your children
- Printable Elf on the Shelf Naughty or Nice List
- Elf on the Shelf Letter to Santa
- Elf on the Shelf Departure Letter Template
What will you use our elf printables for? As Elf on the Shelf Arrival letter, or Elf on the Shelf Quotes?
Either way, let me know!
Fun Elf on the Shelf Jokes
Why not add a fun joke to your Elf on the Shelf Writing Template?
Here are 7 funny Elf Jokes for you to get inspired:
- What was the name of the girl elf on the shelf? Miss Chievous.
- What brand of cookies does the elf on the shelf like most? Keebler (made by elves with elfin magic)
- Why is the elf on the shelf’s favorite school subject? Spilling.
- What do fish call Elf shenanigans leading up to Christmas? Elf on the Shelfish.
- What was the elf on the shelf’s favorite Olympic event? North Pole-vault
- What’s the Jewish version of Elf on a Shelf? Mensch on a bench
- How do you let your Elf on the Shelf know you’ve arrived? Ring his jingle bell!
To check out more Elf on the Shelf Jokes, go check our full list of 160 Elf Jokes including 24 Free Printable Elf on the Shelf Joke Cards here.
Cute Elf on the Shelf Quotes
Quotes are always a great idea to start a nice letter. Check out our quotes about Elves on the Shelf next:
- Who Wants To Play Hide And Seek?
- It May Be Cold Outside, But I’m Toasty Inside
- I only pray that every day is like Christmas day.
- I just love my elf so much I cannot live without him.
- Go on and treat your-elf.
- Have a little elf-estem.
- This is so elfy. I can almost smell mischief in the air.
To see the full list of 160 Elf on the Shelf Quotes including free printable cards simply follow the link!
Or maybe even a cute Santa Quote would work!
Easy Elf on the Shelf Activities and Winter Crafts
Our Elf on the Shelf letter templates wasn’t enough for you?
Then how about some more Elf on the Shelf activities or holiday crafts to get into the Christmas mood?
Here is a list of Winter Activities you can make easily at home or in your classroom:
- Lazy Elf on the Shelf Ideas
- Easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas
- 11 Excuses To Use If You’re Caught Moving The Elf
- Easy Elf on the Shelf Science Ideas
- DIY Elf Hat
- Elf Ornament
- 12 Days of Christmas Activities
- Gingerbread Man Card Template
- Penguin Card Template
- Mitten Craft
- Winter Hat Art and Craft
- Snowman Luminaries
- Snowflake Crystal Ornaments
- Snowman Glitter Jar
- Cupcake Liner Ornaments
- Reindeer Templates
- Candy Cane Printouts
- December Crafts
- Winter Scavenger Hunt
- Winter Bingo
- Christmas Bingo
- Christmas Tree Projects
- Christmas Crafts
- New Years Game
- New Year Activities
- Free Printable New Year Bingo
How to Download Your Free Printable Elf on the Shelf Letter Templates Pdf
Pin Our Free Elf on the Shelf Letter Printables
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Now I would like to hear from you!
Which Elf on the Shelf Welcome Letter Template is your favorite? Or do you use both letter templates for your Elf on the Shelf?
Either way, let me know by leaving a comment below right now. I love to hear from you!
Juli
Sunday 25th of December 2022
Love the printable template!
Lil Tigers
Sunday 25th of December 2022
Oh thank you! That is so sweet of you to say! I hope it brings your children joy! Thanks for supporting Lil Tigers and Merry Christmas!