Not a fan of Elf on the Shelf? That’s ok! There are some fun alternatives that might fit your family’s vibe even more. Browse through and see if any of these options are a fun way for you to start this exciting family traditions!
- The Shepherd on The Search: A young shepherd who spends the weeks before Christmas looking for God’s greatest gift, Jesus.
- The North Pole Gnome: At the end of the night, they go to sleep in your child’s Christmas stocking to report back to the North Pole.
- Mary on The Mantle: Each day, your child will find Mary doing something new to prepare for the birth of her child and have a special activity for your child to do as well.
- Reindeer in Here: At holiday time, a special little reindeer with mismatched antlers shows up as an early gift from Santa to stay with each child and go on daily adventures with them.
- The Giving Manger: In the days leading up to Christmas, family members can place a piece of straw in the manger each time they perform a kind deed or act of service.
- Miracle in a Manger: Each day the angel will bring an Angel Message card with a bible verse and a list of activities to complete towards the goal Christmas morning.
- Santa’s Lazy Gnome: No hiding or dressing up – no chaotic situations to pose. This gnome likes to sit in one place!
- Snoop on The Stoop: It’s Snoop Dogg, in elf form!
- North Pole Ninjas: Anyone who receives this box is called upon to help carry out those top secret missions with a bit of stealth and an open heart.
- The Little Lamb from Bethlehem: Teaches about the life of the Jesus and shares ways that you and your family can serve others throughout the Christmas season.
- Christopher Pop-in-Kins: A Christmas figure who pops into a new location each night to watch over the children.
- The Kindness Elves: The Kindness Elves are little companions on a holiday journey of building awareness of the needs of others.
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