Kids love a little mystery. One morning, have your elf “frozen” mid-air, holding a mini flashlight. Use invisible thread from a craft store—it’s nearly invisible and holds the pose perfectly. You’re not just placing an elf; you’re creating a crime scene.
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Even better: stage an elf meeting. Grab a few of their other toys (a Lego figure, a stuffed bear) and arrange them in a circle on the floor. Your elf is at the center, holding a tiny “agenda” written on a Post-it note. The message? “Discuss how to steal more cookies.” Pure genius.
