Hey Parents,

Many parents enlist Elf on the Shelf to remind our kids that he/she’s keeping tabs on them and letting Santa know if they should be on the ‘naughty’ or ‘nice’ list…However, this concept doesn’t align with theories for child development as we believe threats, coercion, and punishments do more harm for behavior modifications. With that said, we’ve put together a cool concept to help utilize Elf on the Shelf as anothe rsupport tool just like our instructors!

Here’s how it works:

1.There are 8 Elf SKILLZ.

2.Each night, have the Elf leave a challenge or message alternating through one skill, in order.

3.Rotate through each one 3 times equals 24 days of Elf SKILLZ starting December 1st.

4.For even more fun and better results,the child can earn 5 points each day they complete the challenge and then the Elf will leave a small gift once they receive 20 points. Gifts can include candy, money, art supplies, etc.

Here are the SKILLZ:

1.Manners

2.Kindness

3.Bravery

4.Creativity

5.Self-Control

6.Loving

7.Healthiness

8.Cooperation

Click here for sample text you can print out as a note from the Elf on the first night:https://bit.ly/ELFSKILLZLetter

Click here for a sample challenge targeting a 5 & 6-year old: https://bit.ly/ELFSKILLZManners1

Click here for a quick cheat sheet of subtopics for each of the Elf SKILLZ:https://bit.ly/ElfSKILLZCheatSheet

I hope the ELF SKILLZ inspires you to use this concept is a more positive and productive manner!

Also, be sure to use the #elfskillz if you make posts on your social media pages to help build a worldwide trend for this creative concept, and check out www.elfskillz.com for updates. Feel free to share it with your friends!

PS Here are link to all of the suggested Elf Skillz

Elf SKILLZ Cheat Sheet

1. Manners:Watch your wordsHaving manners at the tableBeing quiet when asked

2. Kindness:Saying hello and goodbyeGiving complimentsHaving generosity

3. Bravery:Try something newTry again at something you failed atFace a fear

4. Creativity:Create something for a family memberCreate something for your teacherCreate something for a friend

5. Self-Control:Temper/moodSportsmanshipFollow directions

6. Loving:With your parentsWith your petsWith your family

7. Healthiness:Eating healthy foodExercisingLearning

8. CooperationGetting readyHelping with cleaningGoing to bed