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!

Yet Another Yeti Letter!

Santa and Holly Can't Do It Alone

by Eugene Elf

Santa carefully folded the letter from Dolores Flemspackle (to read it for yourself, read yesterday's story-ed.) and put it in the inside pocket of his jacket. He turned to the giant Yeti who had given him the letter. "Where's Mrs. Flemspackle now?"

"She left, but said she'd be back to visit me on February 30th," said the creature. "She went away in one of those big flyin' things...a happytopper!"

"Happytopper?" asked Santa. "Oh--a helicopter! Hmmm. I doubt even with your great eyesight, we'll be able to track them now, Holly."

"What's Dolores Flemspackle going to do with those reindeer, Santa?" asked Holly Elf.

"I'm sure we'll find out soon enough," Santa replied. "I just hope we can get to her soon. With Scooby being pregnant, I think we need to find them, and soon. Do you have any way of getting in touch with the Santa Spotters?"

Holly's sharp eyes twinkled even brighter. "I'll bet we can get them back together again, and maybe a few new ones, too!" she said.

[by Eugene Elf]

Santa Spotters, for those who don't know, are boys and girls who are able to see things others can't. In past years, Santa Spotters were used to help keep track of Santa as he went around on Christmas Eve delivering presents, and sometimes, when Santa had to come into the world before Christmas Eve, to make sure everything was going ok.

"I'm sure that any boy or girl who could spot Santa could also spot a lady who looks like a yeti--especially if she's with two flying reindeer!" said Holly proudly.

"That might just work," said Santa. Use my laptop computer and send The North Pole Times a note to put in the paper. And remind them that they might see signs of strawberries and mustard, too!"

Holly looked puzzled. "Strawberries and mustard? Oh! I forgot that Waldo was with them, too! He's the only Elf I know of who likes that combination!"

"Which reminds me," said Santa, turning to the Yeti yet again. "Do you have anything else for me?"

The snow creature looked puzzled for a moment. "Oop! Almost forgot! Here it is--'nother letter!" And he reached out a massive paw and dropped a wrinkled piece of paper into Santa's outstretched hand.

What is on the paper? Is Waldo with the reindeer? Will the Santa Spotters come to the rescue? Keep reading The North Pole Times to find out!

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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.

Spread Christmas Cheer with Magical Elf Texts from the North Pole!

Let your imagination run wild this holiday season with Elf Texts from North Pole Times! Become one of Santa's mischievous helpers and send fun, personalized text messages to family and friends, straight from the North Pole.

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