The Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas tradition that brings a lot of joy to the whole family during the Advent season. To gather information on whether a child has been good or naughty, Santa sends an official Elf to families during Advent. The Elf observes the child during the day and then reports directly to Santa at night. When the child wakes up in the morning, the Elf has returned from his journey to the North Pole and can be found in a new spot in the house, waiting to be discovered by the child. The story and the Elf turn into a fun game of hide-and-seek that provides daily enjoyment for the child throughout Advent. The high-quality product box includes a children's book and an official Elf that can be adopted by the family.