Elf Butt Photocopies
How it's done
Run the elf's backside through a photocopier or scan and print a few pages. Pose him on top of the stack, proud of his handiwork.
Should be fine around pets as long as you place it out of reach.
Why this works
Office scenes modernize the tradition — the elf mirrors the work-from-home life your kids see every day, which makes the magic feel personal. This mid-difficulty scene trades a little more setup time for a bigger 'wow' moment when your kids walk in.
If it doesn't go to plan
If the elf ends up too well-hidden and the kids can't find it, nudge them with a vague hint ("Looks like our elf went somewhere cozy") — the discovery is the point.
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