Is it OK to admit that “Elf on the Shelf” gives me the creeps? Not that I ever was bothered by Santa knowing whether I’d been naughty or nice, or, for that matter, by the threat of a lump of coal ...

We all know him, but do you love him? He’s become a staple of modern Christmas culture, even if he is a little creepy…Of course we are talking about “Elf on the Shelf.” You’ve probably seen your ...

Is Elf on a Shelf creepy? Is regifting acceptable now? How about fake trees? These questions, among several others, typically lead to debates around the holiday season. Similar to arguments over candy ...

Christmas is less than one month away and silly, sneaky little elves are starting to appear in children's home. A holiday tradition for many families around the world, it is indeed Elf on the Shelf ...

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"It's a fun-filled Christmas tradition that's captured the hearts of children everywhere who welcome home one of Santa's scout elves each holiday season," reads the cheery description on the website. ...

Elf on the Shelf "scout elves" are as notorious for keeping kids in line during the holiday season as they are for their nightly antics. But what do experts say about whether or not it's a good idea ...