Free Official Elf Warning Letter Printable for Bad Behavior
Grab our free printable Elf warning letter that comes in 7 different colors to keep kids on their best behavior this holiday season.
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No one wants to end up on Santa’s naughty list! While the whole idea of Elf on the Shelf started to make sure kids were good during the holiday season, sometimes they need an official warning to know that the elf is really reporting back to Santa Claus.
Consider this as a report card from Santa straight from the North Pole!
If you are prepping for your elf’s arrival, be sure to see all of our easy elf on the shelf ideas, get the free elf on the shelf printables and props, along with our certificate for Santa’s nice list, printable daily elf notes, and the cutest elf arrival letters. These will get you through the month of December and even more if you want to start earlier. When we first started the elf on the shelf tradition, we actually did it in November, just to have that little elf (Shirley Temple) around a little longer since they leave on Christmas eve night.
Don’t forget your elf departure letter for kids to read on Christmas morning!
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🌟What’s Included
You will receive 7 versions of the official elf warning. This is a digital download and delivered as a PDF file to your inbox after subscribing.
📌What You’ll Need
Paper – to print the elf on the shelf warning letter.
Pens/pencils – to write in the little note.
🎅More Elf on the Shelf Fun
Need a new elf? You can grab the elf and the Elf on the Shelf Tradition Book.
Get the elf flex kit so Santa’s little helper can do more tricks!
Bring your elf in from the North Pole in style with the glide and go accessory kit that includes a parachute!
To take it on the go, get the scout elf carrier! This is a fun way to let the kids carry their little elf without worrying about the Christmas magic being lost.
✨Elf on the Shelf Bad Behavior Letters Instructions
Remember, this is a gentle reminder when kids get in a little trouble or have a bad day here and there. It’s a great way to get them back on track, but you want to use the naughty warning sparingly.
Simply write in your child’s name on the first line.
Then in the next section, write why they are getting the warning.
Sign the elf’s name and the date.
These are full size, but we also include these in a miniature size in our elf on the shelf notes.
✏️Warning Letter Ideas
It can be hard crafting the perfect letter from your elf friend, so we are giving you a couple of notes to get started. The whole point of the warnings it to point out your child’s behavior that got them in a little trouble, but also provide them with a little reminder on how they can correct it in the future, like good deeds or better behavior.
Dear [Child’s Name],
I was disappointed to see some naughty behavior today. It’s important to be kind and respectful to others. Let’s work together to make better choices and spread happiness instead. I know you can do it!
Love,
Snowflake
Hello [Child’s Name],
Buddy the Elf was watching and noticed that some not-so-nice behavior happened today. Remember, being kind and helpful is always the right choice. Let’s make amends and try to do better tomorrow. Buddy believes in you!
With love,
Santa
Hey there [Child’s Name],
Your Elf, Sparkle, wants to remind you that being on the naughty list is no fun. Santa loves when you make good choices, so let’s work together to be kind and thoughtful. I know you can do it, and we’re here to help!
Hugs and love,
Sparkle
👀What To Do After the Naughty Letter
We know kids operate with positive reinforcement. So a few days later after the get their official letter that warns them, find a way to show them that they are doing a good job and to keep up the good work!
👇How to Download and Print
After entering your email address, you will receive a download link via email where you can access the printable letters.
Download the free templates to your computer, and print out what you need. These are delivered in PDF format.
💡Helpful Tips
- For a more high quality you can print your elf on the shelf letters on heavy duty cardstock. If not, regular paper is totally fine.
- Check your printer settings before starting for best results. No printer? Local print shops can help, and they are usually reasonably priced or you can check an online print shop.
🎯Favorite Printable Supplies
Here are some of our favorite materials and supplies we use so we get the best quality out of our printables!
The elf on the shelf has brought so much more Christmas magic into our home and is actually so much fun this time of year to do all of the antics and kids light up this Christmas season. Merry Christmas!
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