Elf reminder letter: a gentle nudge, free and editable

How to use it

1. Type the names.
2. Pick the reminder: kindness, a messy room or bedtime.
3. Print it and leave it with the elf in the morning.

Keep it light. A reminder works best when the elf also notices something good, and each of these letters does.

What the letter says

With the example names. Yours will have the names you type.

Dear Emma,

I noticed that yesterday was a hard day. There were some unkind words and some not-so-great listening. That happens to everybody sometimes, even elves.

I also know who you really are. I have seen you share, help and make people laugh. That is the news I like to bring to Santa.

So let's call today a fresh start. Try one kind thing this morning, and I bet the rest of the day will follow.

I believe in you, Jingle

All versions

• Elf behavior letter: A gentle version of the elf warning letter. It names the rough day, says everybody has them and asks for a fresh start. It does not threaten the naughty list.
• Elf clean your room letter: The elf wanted to hide in the bedroom and could not find a clear spot. A funny way to get the floor picked up.
• Elf bedtime letter: The elf can only fly to the North Pole once everyone is asleep. A kind reason to get into bed on time.

More to make

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