You’ve probably seen an elf on the shelf online or in your friends’ homes. At this point, it’s become a Christmas tradition ...

Editor’s note: This story may contain spoilers for prying little eyes! Thinking of a new and creative Elf on the Shelf idea every day can be an exhausting task on top of the hustle and bustle of the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Every family has their own special Christmas traditions, whether they're unique to you and yours or ...

As the holiday season winds down and the excitement of Christmas begins to fade, it's that time again: time to bid a fond farewell to everybody's favorite holiday helper. Parting with your Elf on the ...

He even perched inside the trophy case along the hallway. One educator truly committed to his craft and thought outside the box with an inventive way to bring the holiday spirit to his school this ...

Think your Elf on the Shelf has mastered the art of stealth? Share it with us! USA TODAY wants to see your most creative, hardest-to-find, and downright wacky hiding places for your holiday elf. We ...

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 idea ...