Introducing the Elf on the Shelf to your kids for the first time doesn't have to be a huge thing. It can be a fun, sweet, and easy tradition with these ideas.

Take some lipstick and write a gentle reminder to the kids on the mirror. From the elf, of course. Another fun message might be: "Don't forget to smile!" 66. Flossy, flossy.

Elf on the Shelf "scout elves" are as notorious for keeping kids in line during the holiday season as they are for their nightly antics. But what do experts say about whether or not it's a good ...

The elf is said to travel by magic, so kids can find him at a new location each morning. One colleague tells me his Facebook feed is filled with parents who grumble about orchestrating the elf's ...

It's that time of year again!Stockings are hung by the chimney with care, presents are tucked safely under the tree, and Elf on the Shelf (aka you) cause mischief at night when your kids are ...

Elf on the Shelf 'can be damaging to kids' if parents use it in certain way, psychologist claims The naughty elf has grown in popularity in recent years, but are we putting too much pressure on it?