Book Series · 4 Books

The Elf on the Shelf Books

In order from Meet the Scout Elves to How Old Is Santa Claus?.

The Elf on the Shelf series is a set of 4 picture books by Chanda A. Bell, published between 2023 and 2025. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Meet the Scout Elves
Welcome to the North Pole
Don't Touch That Elf!
How Old Is Santa Claus?
Meet the Scout Elves
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Meet the Scout Elves
Sale price
$574
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Meet the Scout Elves

By Chanda A. Bell, The Lumistella Company (Illustrator)

Explore the North Pole and uncover the secrets of the Scout Elves.

32 pages· 417 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Summary: Join a magical journey to the North Pole where Scout Elves reveal their enchanting world. Perfect for young readers, this adventure introduces new friends and holiday traditions. What secrets will you discover?
The complete set

The Elf on the Shelf Series

4 books · Published 2023–2025

Series
Sale price
$574

Meet the Scout Elves

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Explore the North Pole and uncover the secrets of the Scout Elves.

Welcome to the North Pole

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

Join Scout Elves on a North Pole adventure with Santa and magical creatures.

Don't Touch That Elf!

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

An elf emergency strikes! Can you save the holiday magic?

How Old Is Santa Claus?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

A Scout Elf embarks on a journey across the North Pole to uncover the age of Santa Claus after receiving a curious letter from a young girl.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Elf on the Shelf series?

There are 4 books in the Elf on the Shelf series. It began with Meet the Scout Elves in 2023, and the newest book, How Old Is Santa Claus?, was published in 2025.

What ages are the Elf on the Shelf books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Elf on the Shelf to life.

01

Chanda A. Bell

Author
02

The Lumistella Company

Illustrator
03

Lera Loog

Illustrator
04

Agnese Innocente

Illustrator

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