One of the more popular Elf on the Shelf ideas this year has been parents writing on their kids’ faces with markers ... Skittles and some crayons for this easy idea that has the elf making ...

Looking to get a few more laughs from your kids during the holiday season ... Parents who are short on time can re-create ...

New Jersey mom Mary Grego says the best part of her creative Elf on the Shelf displays is watching her two kids smile and seeing ... telling PEOPLE her unique ideas have "progressed over time ...