Top 3 Creative and Fun Excuses to Use an Elf on the Shelf Doctor’s Note!
Don’t worry, parents! Discover three festive excuses to give your Elf (and yourself) a holiday break.
Parents, we get it—Elf on the Shelf can be just as exhausting as it is magical, especially during the busy holiday season. But don’t stress, we’ve got the perfect excuse for you to take a break! Download your Elf on the Shelf doctor’s note and give yourself a well-deserved, three-day break from all the elf, complete with creative excuses that double as important lessons for your little ones.
Fun and Creative Excuses to Use Your Elf on the Shelf Doctor’s Note
With a simple and fun excuse, you can take a break from your Elf on the Shelf duties while keeping the holiday magic alive. Here are three creative excuses, complete with teaching moments, to make your well-deserved pause fun and educational this season.
- The Elf caught the “holiday sniffles” (a.k.a. the North Pole Flu) and needs rest to recover. You can use this to teach your kids about flu prevention: correctly washing hands, coughing and sneezing into a tissue or the elbow, and keeping hands away from their faces.
- Your family is preparing to travel, and the Elf must stay behind at the “North Pole Clinic” to rest. This can help kids feel more comfortable about trips or even a stay in the hospital—if the Elf can manage, so can they!
- The Elf tried a daring stunt and needs a few days to recover. This is a great way to teach kids the importance of rest and self-care after an injury—because even magical elves need to heal.
It’s that simple! Let your kids know the Elf is on doctor’s orders to rest—no moving for three full days. Following the note isn’t just fun, it’s part of keeping the Elf happy and healthy!
Download Your 2025 Elf Doctor’s Note
Ready for a break? Download your Elf’s doctor’s note and fill in the details when it’s time for your Elf (or you!) to take a little downtime.
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Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season!
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