46 Elf on the Shelf Coloring Pages

Elf on the Shelf coloring pages bring all the holiday magic right to your home! These free, printable, PDF coloring sheets are perfect for kids and families who love the fun and excitement that comes with the mischievous Elf on the Shelf tradition. Whether your elf is hiding in the kitchen, swinging from the Christmas tree, or sharing cookies with Santa, these coloring pages capture all the joy and laughter of the season.

From simple designs for preschoolers to more detailed pages for older kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. You’ll find elves sitting on candy canes, peeking from stockings, building snowmen, and even delivering tiny gifts! These coloring sheets are a great way to keep little hands busy during the holiday season while encouraging creativity and storytelling about what your elf might get up to next.

elf on the shelf coloring pages — Elf On The Shelf Coloring Pages

girl elf on the shelf coloring pages — Girl Elf On The Shelf Coloring Pages

To get started, simply click on any of the images or links below. Each one will open up a PDF coloring sheet in a new tab. From there, you can download or print your favorite designs. All of the printable PDFs are set up on standard US letter-size paper, but they also fit perfectly on A4 pages, making them easy to use anywhere. You can even color them digitally on an iPad or tablet for a mess-free option—perfect for traveling during the holidays!

cute elf on the shelf coloring pages — Cute Elf On The Shelf Coloring Pages

realistic elf on the shelf coloring pages — Realistic Elf On The Shelf Coloring Pages

elf on the shelf coloring book — Elf On The Shelf Coloring Book

boy elf on the shelf coloring pages — Boy Elf On The Shelf Coloring Pages

elf on the shelf pet coloring pages — Elf On The Shelf Pet Coloring Pages

elf on the shelf face coloring page — Elf On The Shelf Face Coloring Page

baby elf on the shelf coloring page — Baby Elf On The Shelf Coloring Page

chippy elf on the shelf coloring pages — Chippy Elf On The Shelf Coloring Pages

elf on the shelf sitting on mantel — Elf On The Shelf Sitting On Mantel

elf hiding among christmas ornaments — Elf Hiding Among Christmas Ornaments

elf writing a note to santa — Elf Writing A Note To Santa

elf peeking out of a stocking coloring page — Elf Peeking Out Of A Stocking Coloring Page

elf on the shelf with candy canes — Elf On The Shelf With Candy Canes

elf riding a reindeer coloring sheet — Elf Riding A Reindeer Coloring Sheet

elf sitting on a christmas tree branch — Elf Sitting On A Christmas Tree Branch

elf playing with toy train under tree — Elf Playing With Toy Train Under Tree

elf on the shelf reading christmas stories coloring page — Elf On The Shelf Reading Christmas Stories Coloring Page

elf wrapping presents with ribbons — Elf Wrapping Presents With Ribbons

elf climbing a candy cane ladder coloring sheet — Elf Climbing A Candy Cane Ladder Coloring Sheet

elf hiding in a bowl of marshmallows — Elf Hiding In A Bowl Of Marshmallows

elf playing hide and seek with toys — Elf Playing Hide And Seek With Toys

elf baking cookies in santa’s kitchen coloring page — Elf Baking Cookies In Santas Kitchen Coloring Page

elf sliding down a candy cane — Elf Sliding Down A Candy Cane

elf on the shelf next to hot cocoa — Elf On The Shelf Next To Hot Cocoa

elf making snowflakes out of paper coloring sheet — Elf Making Snowflakes Out Of Paper Coloring Sheet

elf hiding in a christmas wreath — Elf Hiding In A Christmas Wreath

elf sitting on a shelf with twinkling lights coloring page — Elf Sitting On A Shelf With Twinkling Lights Coloring Page

elf peeking out of a gift box coloring sheet — Elf Peeking Out Of A Gift Box Coloring Sheet

elf painting christmas ornaments — Elf Painting Christmas Ornaments

elf on the shelf with santa’s list coloring page — Elf On The Shelf With Santas List Coloring Page

elf holding a sign saying — Elf Holding A Sign Saying

elf hiding behind christmas presents coloring sheet — Elf Hiding Behind Christmas Presents Coloring Sheet

elf playing with christmas lights — Elf Playing With Christmas Lights

elf building a snowman indoors coloring sheet — Elf Building A Snowman Indoors Coloring Sheet

elf on the shelf near a gingerbread house — Elf On The Shelf Near A Gingerbread House

elf helping santa pack the sleigh coloring page — Elf Helping Santa Pack The Sleigh Coloring Page

elf taking selfies with other elves — Elf Taking Selfies With Other Elves

elf stuck in a candy jar coloring sheet — Elf Stuck In A Candy Jar Coloring Sheet

elf hanging upside down from garland — Elf Hanging Upside Down From Garland

elf feeding cookies to reindeer coloring page — Elf Feeding Cookies To Reindeer Coloring Page

elf sitting by the fireplace smiling — Elf Sitting By The Fireplace Smiling

elf holding a cup of cocoa coloring sheet — Elf Holding A Cup Of Cocoa Coloring Sheet

elf on the shelf waving goodbye till next christmas — Elf On The Shelf Waving Goodbye Till Next Christmas

elf writing a letter for santa coloring page — Elf Writing A Letter For Santa Coloring Page

Fun Things To Do With Your Elf on the Shelf Coloring Pages

Once you’ve finished coloring your elf masterpieces, don’t just set them aside! These Elf on the Shelf coloring sheets can be turned into all sorts of fun holiday crafts, decorations, and games. Here are some creative ways to make your elf’s adventures come to life at home or in the classroom.

1. Create an Elf Advent Calendar

Turn your coloring pages into a personalized countdown to Christmas! Print out 25 different Elf on the Shelf coloring sheets and number them from 1 to 25. Each day in December, your child can color one page as they count down to Christmas morning. To make it extra fun, hang each finished page on a string with clothespins to create a colorful advent display. This project keeps kids excited all month long while showing off their festive artwork.

2. Make a “Where’s My Elf?” Hide-and-Seek Game

Once your child has colored a few elves, cut out each elf from the page and hide them around the house. Challenge your kids to find where each elf is hiding—under the couch, on the bookshelf, or even tucked in a stocking! You can write little clues or riddles on the back of each cutout for extra fun. This activity keeps the spirit of Elf on the Shelf alive in a hands-on way and makes use of your coloring creations.

3. Turn Them Into Christmas Tree Ornaments

Your finished coloring pages can become beautiful, personalized Christmas ornaments. Cut out the elves, glue them onto cardstock or thin cardboard, and punch a hole at the top. Add a ribbon or string, and hang them on your Christmas tree. You can even laminate the ornaments so they last for many holiday seasons. This is a wonderful classroom or family craft that gives every child a special ornament to take home.

4. Design Your Own Elf Storybook

Encourage storytelling by turning the colored pages into a homemade book. Once your kids finish several Elf on the Shelf coloring sheets, have them arrange the pages in order to tell a story. Maybe their elf goes on a snowy adventure or helps Santa prepare for Christmas Eve! Staple the pages together or bind them with yarn, and add a title page. This project sparks imagination and gives children a keepsake they’ll love rereading year after year.

5. DIY Elf Puzzles

Make your own Christmas puzzles using your finished coloring pages! After coloring, glue each page onto a piece of cardboard or thick paper. Once it dries, use scissors to cut it into puzzle pieces—large for younger kids or smaller for older ones. Mix up the pieces and see who can put the elf back together the fastest. Store each puzzle in a labeled envelope for repeated play throughout the holiday season.

6. Create Elf Greeting Cards

Turn your elf coloring sheets into personalized holiday cards for friends and family. Fold a sheet of cardstock in half and glue your colored elf on the front. Add some glitter, stickers, or a handwritten message inside. Kids can write cheerful notes like “Happy Holidays!” or “Santa’s Helper Says Hi!” These handmade cards bring a personal touch to your Christmas greetings and make beautiful keepsakes for relatives.

7. Make a Festive Garland

Use your Elf on the Shelf coloring pages to create a cheerful holiday garland. Cut out several colored elves and glue or tape them to a long string or ribbon. Hang the garland on your mantel, along a staircase, or across a classroom wall. You can alternate elf designs with paper snowflakes, candy canes, or Christmas trees to make the decoration even more festive.

8. Elf-Themed Gift Tags

Shrink down your elf coloring pages before printing (print at 50% size works great). After coloring, cut out each small elf and punch a hole at the top. Write “To” and “From” on the back and tie them to gifts with ribbon or twine. These adorable tags add a special handmade touch to your Christmas presents and help kids feel proud of their creative contribution to gift-giving.

9. Build a Holiday Photo Frame

Create a cute photo frame using your elf artwork! Cut and color your favorite elf, then glue it onto the corner of a cardboard frame. You can decorate the frame with stickers, glitter glue, and candy cane stripes. Once it’s dry, place a family holiday photo inside. It’s a perfect project for classrooms, playdates, or family craft nights, and it doubles as a sweet Christmas keepsake.

10. Elf on the Shelf Memory Game

Print two copies of each Elf on the Shelf coloring sheet and have your kids color both copies the same way. Cut out each elf into square or circle cards. Lay them face down on a table and play a memory matching game! Players take turns flipping over two cards, trying to find a match. This activity helps with memory and attention skills—and it’s even more special since the cards are handmade.

11. Personalized Elf Placemats

Print and color larger versions of your elf pages to create festive placemats for holiday meals. After coloring, laminate each one or cover it with clear plastic sheet protectors. Kids will love seeing their artwork at the table during breakfast or Christmas dinner, and these placemats can be wiped clean and reused year after year.

12. Create a “Nice List” Poster

Combine your elf coloring pages with a bit of holiday magic by creating a “Nice List” display. Color a big Elf on the Shelf image and glue it to the top of a poster board. Underneath, write the names of everyone in the family or classroom who made the Nice List this year. You can decorate the poster with stars, snowflakes, and candy canes. It’s a fun way to encourage good behavior all December long!

13. Elf Door Display

Use your colored elves to decorate the doorway to a child’s bedroom or classroom. Tape your finished pages around the frame to make it look like elves are climbing, peeking, and waving from the edges. You can even add little paper “elf doors” or “secret tunnels” for an extra magical touch. It’s a simple way to transform any space into a festive North Pole hideout.

14. Create a Shadow Box Scene

If your kids love 3D crafts, this project will be a hit. Take a small cardboard box or shoe box, and color a few elf pages to use as decorations. Cut out the elves and glue them inside the box to make a layered holiday scene. Add cotton ball snow, glitter, and tiny paper presents to complete the look. This mini Elf on the Shelf world makes a fun table decoration or gift for grandparents.

15. Elf Reward Coupons

Print smaller versions of your elf coloring sheets and color them in. On the back, write “Elf Coupons” that reward kids for kind actions—like “Extra bedtime story” or “Choose tonight’s movie.” Keep a stack of them handy for when your Elf on the Shelf “leaves” rewards for good behavior. It’s a fun and positive reinforcement idea that adds even more magic to the season.

These Elf on the Shelf coloring pages are more than just fun to color—they’re a doorway into creativity and family bonding during the most wonderful time of the year. With these free, printable, PDF coloring sheets, your kids can enjoy endless holiday crafts that bring the magic of the elf to life in your home, classroom, or anywhere you want to spread Christmas cheer.