Elf Prank Idea: Wish List Delivery

A little elf carries a big wish list on his back to the window where a tiny sled waits – coloring page for the Wish List Delivery elf idea.

The wish list is finished, now it just has to go: your elf carries it on his back to the window, where a tiny sled is waiting. This elf wish list idea fits perfectly once the kids have written down their wishes.

😜 What Did the Elf Do?

Your elf carries the big wish list on his back to the window. A tiny sled waits there to send it off. The kids find your elf with their list in the morning and wonder what happens next.

At a Glance

Setup time
about 5 minutes
Mess level
●○○ super tidy
Age
ages 4+
Daycare-friendly
yes – as a group project
🧺 Supplies
  • Wish list
  • Sled (foldable)
  • Your elf

🛠️ How to Set It Up, Step by Step

1
Fold the sled ahead of time using the template.
2
Put the wish list on the sled or on your elf's back.
3
Set the sled at the window.
4
Place your elf beside it.
💡
Pro Tip
Have the kids put the list by the elf door in the evening so your elf can load it onto the sled overnight. After that, keep the list safe yourself.

🔄 Variations

For little ones
Put a drawing on the sled instead of a wish list.
For preschool and classroom
All wish lists are collected in a box and set on the sled.
No mess
Just one paper on the sled and everything else stays in place.

✉️ What the Elf Writes

I carried your wish list to the window. The sled is waiting, and I am keeping a close eye on it.

You'll find matching printable notes in our elf letters.

🖍️ The Prank Picture as a Coloring Page

The coloring page fits the project: the kids color the sled and the list and lay it by the elf door. Click “Print Now” to print the picture as a full-size coloring page.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When does this idea fit?
When the kids have written their wish lists, usually in the first or second week of Advent.

How do I get the wish list to the elf?
The kids leave it by the elf door in the evening, and in the morning it is on the sled.

Where do I get the sled?
The sled is a free foldable printable. A toy sled works too.

What if the kids do not have a list?
They can draw a picture or write a short wish. Your elf is happy with any piece of paper.

Is the download free?
Yes, every printable on PureSketchy is 100% free for personal use, preschools and schools – no sign-up needed.

Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Wunschzettel-Post.