Magical Elf Letters: Use our 20 Christmas writing prompts to inspire Christmas magic and start a new family tradition by writing letters to the Christmas elves.
There’s something truly magical about the Christmas season - the twinkle of fairy lights, the smell of freshly baked gingerbread, and the wonderful anticipation that fills every corner of your home. And what could be more exciting than writing your special letters to Father Christmas and his elves?
Whether your children write to Santa Claus and his helpers every year, or you're looking to start a new family Christmas tradition, we have some inspiration for them.
If you’re wondering how to get started, inspired by our own heirloom Elf Letters envelope, we’ve come up with 20 sweet and simple writing prompts to help your child create their very own special letters to the Christmas elves this year.
Why Write To The Elves?
In your family and household, Santa’s elves might be busy at the North Pole or they might visit your house daily and you need some easy elf activity ideas.
Whether you have a visiting elf or your children just want a way to communicate with the North Pole, writing notes, wishes, and messages is such a charming way to increase the magic. It encourages:
- Imagination: Inspiring children to dream, create, and play with magical ideas.
- Gratitude: Helping little ones to reflect on the good things in their year.
- Family traditions: creating a magical moment that can be treasured every Christmas, year after year.
And when those letters are kept and treasured each year, they become part of your family’s Christmas story forever.
20 Elf Letter Writing Prompts
These prompts give children a starting point, but the magic is in how they make them their own. Their answers are sure to be filled with personality, imagination, and a huge amount of love.
Introduce yourself:
1. Dear Elf, my name is… and here’s a little fact about me...
2. My favourite Christmas tradition is...
3. My dream Christmas would look like this...
4. This Christmas, I want to be extra kind by…
Fun questions:
5. Do you have a favourite reindeer?
6. What magical adventures have you been on at the North Pole?
7. What is your favourite Christmas biscuit?
8. What is your favourite job in the workshop?
Memories:
9. One Christmas I will never forget is…
10. This year I’ve been really proud of myself for…
11. Something I’m very thankful for this year is…
12. I loved it when we… at Christmas…
Wishes & Hopes:
13. If I could visit the North Pole, the first thing I’d do is…
14. One book/game/toy I think I’d really enjoy is…
15. My Christmas wish for the world is…
16. If I could invite you for Christmas dinner I’m make you…
Christmas Magic:
17. Here’s what I’m most excited about this Christmas…
18. My favourite Christmas decoration in the world is…
19. If you could write to me, what would you say?
20. Write a little poem about Christmas, magic, or the North Pole.
Whether your child is asking about the reindeer, writing their first wobbly words, or sharing thoughtful reflections from their favourite Christmas, every letter is a little moment of Christmas wonder, creativity, and joy.
Tips for Making Your Elf Letters Extra Magical
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Create a Cosy Writing Spot: Gather around the table to write your letters with fairy lights, Christmas music, and hot chocolate.
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Include a Drawing: Even if your child isn’t a confident writer, drawing a picture can make the letter magical.
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Make it a Tradition: Keep the elf letters each year and watch the collection grow into a cherished Christmas tradition.
Imagine a little bundle of letters collected over the years, each one capturing your child’s handwriting, dreams, and festive wishes. Writing Christmas letters can become a cherished Christmas Eve tradition, and a moment your family returns to every December.
And when they’re safely tucked into a keepsake, like our personalised Elf Letters Envelope, they become part of your family’s story, turning your moments into forever memories.
Perfect for making Christmas truly unforgettable.
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