Crafts for Kids!

Create your own holiday mystery with the Super Secret Decoder Wheel, inspired by Super Secret Jack Spinner, the Specialized Sleuth, and his Mighty Sidekick Zachery, the Kosmic Kid! This fun DIY project lets kids unlock secret messages just like their favorite holiday heroes. Perfect for classroom activities, party games, or family craft time, the Decoder Wheel encourages creativity and problem-solving. Kids will love using their new decoding skills to send festive messages or create personalized puzzles, just like the Mighty Duo!

Sponge Painted Snowman

Get creative with this fun and easy Sponge Painted Snowman craft! Perfect for kids and families, this DIY project uses simple sponges and paint to create a festive snowman masterpiece. A great addition to your holiday crafts collection, it’s ideal for classrooms, home decorations, or as a unique gift for friends and family. Celebrate the winter season with this cheerful, hands-on craft that adds a personal touch to your Christmas festivities.

Sock Snowman

Create a charming Sock Snowman with this easy holiday craft! Perfect for kids and families, this DIY project turns simple socks into adorable snowmen, making it a fun and festive activity for the Christmas season. Great for holiday classrooms, craft parties, or homemade gifts, this Sock Snowman craft adds a personal touch to your decorations and brings the magic of winter right to your home.

Santa's Sleigh Craft

Create a magical Christmas tradition with this Santa's Sleigh Craft! Perfect for kids, this simple yet fun DIY project lets little ones build their own Santa sleigh using easy-to-find materials. Ideal for holiday classrooms, family activities, or festive decorations, this craft brings the North Pole to life and adds a touch of Christmas magic to your celebrations

Santa Paper Plate Mask

Bring Santa to life with this fun and easy DIY Santa Paper Plate Mask craft! Perfect for kids, this simple craft lets little ones create their own Santa mask using a paper plate and basic supplies. Ideal for holiday parties, classroom activities, or festive dress-up play, this craft is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit and add some extra cheer to your celebrations!

Claus Encounter of the First Kind

Mrs. Claus and Gizmo find a way to reach Santa

by Eugene Elf

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With Santa launched into orbit, Mrs. Claus has taken charge. After all, someone has to! She ordered Gizmo to change the Appendapulator from the great toy-making machine of the North Pole to the great rocket-making machine! And she had Toby Elf get all the other elves to start making toys by hand--just like they did before Gizmo Elf invented the Appendapulator.

Now all she needed to do (for now) was to contact Santa to tell him what was going on, and to expect a rescue soon. "We can't do that, Mrs. Claus," said Gizmo, the Chief Inventor Elf (and the builder of the spaceship that blasted Santa into space). "I hadn't hooked up the radio. I wasn't planning on anyone flying it this year."

"Isn't there any way to contact him?" asked Mrs. Claus.

"You've got mail!"

[by Eugene Elf]

Mrs. Claus looked puzzled. "How did you say that without moving your lips?" she asked. "No, that's just my computer," said Gizmo. "I have it say that whenever I get an e-mail." Gizmo tapped a key on his computer, and a slow smile spread across his face. "It's from Santa!" he said. "He had his laptop with him when he launched into space!" "Oh, thank heavens!" exclaimed Mrs. Claus.

"Santa wrote: 'I still have my wow-wee-whipper-do laptop, so I can talk to you this way—as well as check the wish lists for toys,'" said Gizmo. "Wow! It's almost like he's listening to us!"

"You've got mail!" said the computer again. Gizmo tapped the key again.

"Oh, yeah," said Gizmo. "Santa says 'Of course I am. Remember: I see you when you're sleeping..."

Will emails from Santa keep the North Pole running smoothly?

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Claus Encounter of the First Kind

Published Wednesday December 03, 2025

With Santa orbiting Earth, Mrs. Claus takes command while Gizmo discovers an unexpected way to contact him from the North Pole.

Mrs. Claus Rallies the North Pole Elves

Published Tuesday December 02, 2025

Mrs. Claus lifts the workshop’s spirits as Toby Elf unveils a backup plan — but Gizmo’s growing worries hint at a larger problem ahead.

Mrs. Claus Faces Tough Christmas Decision

Published Monday December 01, 2025

Santa’s lost in space, and Mrs. Claus must choose—save him or save Christmas!

BLAST OFF!

Published Sunday November 30, 2025

A sudden explosion at Gizmo Elf’s workshop sends Santa and Waldo shooting into space, leaving the North Pole scrambling for answers.

Waldo Reveals Gizmo Elf’s Secret Invention

Published Saturday November 29, 2025

Waldo accidentally brings Santa into Gizmo Elf’s workshop and reveals a mysterious invention meant just for him.

Waldo Elf’s Secret Slips Out

Published Friday November 28, 2025

Waldo struggles to keep Gizmo Elf’s surprise for Santa quiet — and his search for someone to tell leads straight to Santa.

Gizmo Has a New Gizmo

Published Thursday November 27, 2025

A secret project in Gizmo Elf’s workshop is underway — and Waldo may have seen more than he should.

North Pole to Open Santa's Presses

Published Saturday November 01, 2025

Get ready for another fun-filled adventure at Santa’s Village at the North Pole.

Teachers and Christmas and Kids, oh my!

Published Saturday November 01, 2025

During the Christmas season, keeping kids focused can be a difficult undertaking. Harnessing all that excitement and energy can also be difficult for teachers.

All Hallows' Eve at the North Pole

Published Wednesday October 01, 2025

While it’s true that the elves are already hard at work making toys, Halloween time offers a great opportunity for so much fun!

Picnics and Pirates

Published Monday September 01, 2025

As kids around the world are getting ready to go back to school, the elves at the North Pole are gearing up for their favorite time of year...

World Friendship Day

Published Friday August 01, 2025

August is a very special time at the North Pole. While the elves enjoy the last full month of summer, as the high temperature can sometimes reach up to 41° F, they also start to prepare for the colder months of Autumn and Winter.

It is Festive in July at the North Pole

Published Tuesday July 01, 2025

Because the elves of the North Pole consider themselves global citizens, they enjoy celebrating all of the national holidays!

Summer Fun at the North Pole

Published Sunday June 01, 2025

Things are really heating up in the North Pole now! In June, the elves enjoy temperatures that can reach up to 38° F!

The North Pole May Check In!

Published Thursday May 01, 2025

Welcome to May in the North Pole. The elves are excited because there is usually a big temperature jump in May.

Celebrations in April

Published Tuesday April 01, 2025

April showers, bring May flowers… But in the North Pole April brings a lot of fun and festive times for the elves. With holidays that celebrate their love of fun and faith, April has it all.

St. Patrick’s Day at the North Pole

Published Saturday March 01, 2025

Right now our favorite elves are decorating for St. Patrick’s Day at the North Pole while also starting their spring cleaning and planting. They are dreaming about shamrocks and the sun!

Month of Love

Published Saturday February 01, 2025

Let’s take a look at some of the holidays our friends celebrate during the “Month of Love.”

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas: Drummers Drumming

Published Sunday January 05, 2025

On the twelfth day of Christmas, Santa and the elves learn about the Twelve Points of Belief in the Apostles' Creed, symbolized by drummers drumming.

On the Eleventh Day of Christmas: Pipers Piping

Published Saturday January 04, 2025

On the eleventh day of Christmas, Santa and the elves learn about the eleven faithful disciples of Jesus, symbolized by pipers piping, spreading love and faith.

On the Tenth Day of Christmas: Lords Leaping

Published Friday January 03, 2025

On the tenth day of Christmas, Santa and the elves learn about the Ten Commandments, symbolized by lords leaping, teaching us to live with love, respect, and faith.

On the Ninth Day of Christmas: Ladies Dancing

Published Thursday January 02, 2025

On the ninth day of Christmas, Santa and the elves discover the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit, symbolized by ladies dancing, teaching love, joy, and kindness.

On the Eighth Day of Christmas: Maids a-Milking

Published Wednesday January 01, 2025

On the eighth day of Christmas, Santa and the elves discover the Eight Beatitudes, symbolized by maids milking reindeer, teaching humility, kindness, and love.

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