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The Elf On the Shelf Advent Calendar

By The Elf On The Shelf
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Count down to Christmas with this elf-tastic collection of 24 mini books, activities and creative crafts. Make your Christmas merry and bright with the official The Elf On the Shelf Advent Calendar! This beautifully festive calendar is filled with 24 delightful surprises, making each day of... Read More
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Count down to Christmas with this elf-tastic collection of 24 mini books, activities and creative crafts.

the perfect keepsake advent gift for children growing up with the Christmas tradition of Elf on the Shelf. New for Christmas 2026!

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Count down to Christmas with this elf-tastic collection of 24 mini books, activities and creative crafts.

Make your Christmas merry and bright with the official The Elf On the Shelf Advent Calendar! This beautifully festive calendar is filled with 24 delightful surprises, making each day of December an exciting adventure for fans of all ages.

This advent calendar includes:

  • Storybooks
  • Jokes
  • Crafts (including baubles and a Santa Stop Here! sign)
  • Doodling & colouring books
  • Activity books (including spot the difference and some magical mazes)
  • And more!

Celebrate the magic of the Christmas holiday season with the The Elf On the Shelf Advent Calendar—perfect for creating cherished memories with your little ones!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008772246

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Multiple-component retail product, part(s) enclosed

Date Published: 24 September 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Farshore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 300.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

What started as one family's tradition has become a global phenomenon that millions of families enjoy each year! The Elf on the Shelf helps families embrace the magic of adopting a Scout Elf who reports to Santa each night during the holidays. This beloved family tradition has captured the hearts of children everywhere for over 15 years, and continues through adorable Elf Pets and Elf Mates.

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