This is a hardbound story book that explains how Santa relies on The Elf on the Shelf as a type of scout. Once your Elf on the Shelf is adopted and named, it is granted its magical powers and truly becomes part of your family as it travels back and forth to the North Pole, telling Santa about the day's activities. When The Elf on the Shelf returns from the North Pole each morning, it finds a new place to sit and spend the day. Kids will love waking up each morning during the holiday season to see where The Elf on the Shelf is!