Exactly how the Elf on the Shelf works, it seems, is ultimately up to you. There are definitely ways to put a positive spin on this tradition if you decide that your family is ready for a pointy ...

If you do, it could result in your Elf losing their powers, and you definitely don’t want that to happen. Related: 50 Best Elf on the Shelf Memes to Crack You Up This Holiday Season ...