Visiting elf idea
Upside-Down Page
The bedside book is upside down, and the elf admits it was too sleepy to change seats.
- Everyday
- Bedroom
- Slightly naughty
- No mess
- Household items
- 5 minutes
- Toddler-safe
- Pet-safe
- Backup
What you need
These are household pieces. Borrow from the junk drawer first.
- book
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- sticky note
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- pen
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How to set it up
- 1
Open a sturdy book and turn it upside down on the nightstand.
- 2
Sit the elf beside the book, not on a fragile page.
- 3
Write: I meant to move. The page was too good, and then it was morning.
- 4
Close the book later so the spine can rest.
If this night works, try next
Tissue Box Bunk Bed
The elf sleeps in an empty tissue-box bunk with a sock pillow on the dresser.
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Flashlight Campout Under a Chair
The elf camps under a bedroom chair with a flashlight tent and a washcloth sleeping bag.
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Picture Book Bedtime Nook
The elf reads an open picture book on the nightstand with a washcloth blanket and a bookmark.
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