Elf on the Shelf Free Twister Printable
The holiday season is here, and with it, the delightful mischief of everyone’s favorite little holiday guest: the Elf on the Shelf! If you’re like most parents, finding fresh, fun ideas to keep your Elf’s antics exciting can sometimes be a challenge. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce a playful twist on your Elf’s activities this year—literally! Our free Elf on the Shelf Twister printable will keep both kids and your little Elf entertained all season long!
What is Elf on the Shelf?
Elf on the Shelf is a popular Christmas tradition that involves a small toy elf that “watches” children in a household to report back to Santa Claus about their behavior. The idea is based on a story from the book The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition.
The elf is not meant to be touched, as doing so might make it “lose its magic.” The fun part for kids is waking up each day to see where the elf is and what it’s been up to overnight.
The Rules of Elf on the Shelf
The Elf on the Shelf tradition has a few key “rules” to keep the magic alive. Here’s what families typically follow:
- The Elf Arrives: The elf usually arrives around Thanksgiving or the beginning of December, signaling the start of the holiday season.
- No Touching the Elf: Kids are told they must not touch the elf, or else it might lose its magic and be unable to return to the North Pole each night. This rule keeps the elf “special” and ensures it can “watch” over the household.
- The Elf Moves Each Night: The elf “flies back” to the North Pole each night to report on the children’s behavior and returns to a new spot in the house by morning. Part of the fun is finding where the elf ends up each day, which is why parents often place it in creative or funny situations.
- The Elf Doesn’t Speak: Although the elf is watching, it doesn’t talk to the family; it silently observes and “reports” back to Santa.
- Elf Says Goodbye on Christmas Eve: After Santa visits on Christmas Eve, the elf “returns” to the North Pole until the next holiday season.
Elf on the Shelf Free Twister Printable
What You’ll Find in the free Twister Printable:
A Spinner that guides where your Elf should place each “hand” or “foot”
Mini Twister Mat with festive colors to brighten up your Elf’s play area
How to Use the Printable
Using this printable is simple, and with a few household items, you’ll have your Elf’s game ready in minutes.
Step 1: Download and print the Twister mat and spinner on cardstock for durability.
Step 2: Cut out the pieces carefully. Punch a small hole in the middle of the spinner and place the red dot of the arrow inside the hole.
Step 3: Lay out the mat in a fun spot where your kids will find it, such as the living room or kitchen table.
Step 4: Place your Elf on the Twister mat in a funny, tangled position to make it look like he or she is mid-game. You can even position small props around them to make it look like they’re really trying hard to keep their “balance!”
To download your free Twister printable click the image below!
Kids look forward to seeing what their Elf on the Shelf will get up to each day, and this Twister game is bound to become a favorite memory. It’s easy to set up, provides endless fun, and can even inspire the whole family to play along. Plus, it’s a gentle reminder that holiday fun doesn’t have to be complicated to be special!
So go ahead, download your Elf on the Shelf Free Twister Printable, and watch as your kids’ faces light up at the sight of their Elf doing some festive, twisty “yoga.”
For more Elf on the Shelf ideas, check out this post:
24 Creative Elf On The Shelf Ideas
xo, Winky Pink