Every Scout Elf from The Elf on the Shelf knows that the perfect pose can turn an ordinary morning into a magical memory.

Thanks to a little extra North Pole innovation, Scout Elves can now flex, bend and hold their poses better than ever. To celebrate, the elves gathered some of their favorite moves into this official guide, from playful classics to show-stopping new favorites. You’ll see some extra spring in their step, bend in their feet, flexing of their hands and plenty of personality in every pose.

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The Gallery of Scout Elf Poses

Browse the gallery below to discover 15 official poses and find inspiration for your Scout Elf’s next big scene.

Three Scout Elves spell out the letters E, L and F using their arms and legs.

The Elfabet

E for Elf. L for Laughter. F for Fa-la-la.

A Scout Elf in front of a pink background makes a heart shape with his arms.

The Sweetheart

Heart-shaped. Elf-sized. Big Magic.

Brown eyed boy Scout Elf covers eyes with legs folded up in front of his face, as if doing a jump that folds him in half

The Peek-a-boo

Ready or not, here comes Christmas.

A Scout Elf in front of a dark pink background leaps in the air with arms spread wide.

The Leap of Cheer

Taking Christmas spirit to new heights.

Brown eyed Scout Elf girl with arms crossed and legs twisted around each other

The Twist

Classic cheer, served with a twist.

Two Scout Elves link arms and legs in a power pose

The Besties

Because every great pose is better with backup.

A Scout Elf jumping full force with arched back launching himself forward.

The Yeet

Proof that elves don’t do anything halfway.

A Scout Elf kneels on one knee with arms spread out as if to say, "Ta-da!"

The Ta-Da!

When the big reveal deserves big applause.

A Scout Elf jumping in front of a green background in a karate pose

The Sensei

Balance first. Merry mischief later.

A Scout Elf in front of an orange background jumps in the air preparing to click his heels together.

The Jump for Joy

Too much Christmas cheer to stay grounded.

A brown-eyed boy Scout Elf in a classic ballet pose with one leg bent and one arm raised above his head

The Nutcracker Prince

Grace fit for the Land of Sweets.

A Scout Elf dances in front of a blue background

The Boogie Woogie

When the North Pole playlist hits just right.

A Scout Elf leaps forward with one leg and bends one arm in front of him and one arm behind him, as if frolicking through a field.

The Frolic

When peak season puts a little spring in your step.

A Scout Elf does a pose similar to an Irish dance jig

The Jig

Side effects may include spontaneous fa-la-las.

A Scout Elf jumps in the air with one leg straight in the air with his arms wrapped around it

The Pretzel

When flexibility becomes an art form.

Whether your Scout Elf is balancing, stretching or striking a dramatic pose, bringing magical moments to life is easier than ever.

With more flexibility to flex, bend and hold each pose, your elf is ready for bigger ideas, fewer setup helpers and even more unforgettable Christmas mornings. Which pose will your Scout Elf master first?

For more poses and elf ideas scenes, check out the Elf Ideas Gallery with hundreds of ideas to inspire your elves!