As the holidays approach, you may be searching for a classroom elf holiday activity that keeps your students engaged and behaving well. A classroom elf can bring fun and excitement to your class while helping maintain focus and reinforce positive behavior. This simple activity is perfect for creating memorable holiday moments!
Why Use a Classroom Elf in Your Classroom?
Imagine your students walking into class each morning eager to see what your classroom elf has been up to. The elf might leave a funny joke, words of encouragement, or a small classroom task. This holiday activity will quickly become something students look forward to every day.
Benefits of Hosting a Classroom Elf
Easy and Low-Prep – Keep it simple with no-prep notes from the elf each day.
Encourages Positive Behavior – Daily notes from the elf can remind students to be kind, work together, and follow classroom rules.
Builds Classroom Community – Sharing jokes, tasks, and surprises brings your class closer together.
Tips for a Stress-Free Classroom Elf Holiday Activity
Introduce Your Elf with a Name
Kick off the activity with an arrival letter and let students help name the elf. It’s a fun way to build excitement and a sense of ownership.
Keep It Simple with Daily Notes
No need for elaborate setups! Leave a note each day with a joke, a task, or a message encouraging kindness and teamwork.
Reinforce Positive Behavior
The elf can be a helpful tool for promoting classroom expectations. Use notes to remind students to practice good behavior or to congratulate them for doing well.
Host a Farewell Celebration
End the holiday season with a farewell letter from the elf. Celebrate your students’ hard work and reflect on the fun memories you’ve created together.
Ready-to-Use Classroom Elf Letters
To make this holiday activity even easier, I’ve created a Classroom Elf Letters Resource with 46 pre-written notes! This resource includes an arrival letter, a farewell letter, and 35 sweet, daily message letters with no-prep tasks, jokes, and praise. There are also 4 “why the elf didn’t move” notes (for those busy days!) and 5 behavior-boosting notes.
Add More Holiday Fun to Your Classroom
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