The holidays are here

And Santa's little helpers

Are working round the clock

To spread the holly jolly cheer

And Santa's favourite elf

Is quiet as a mouse

Sitting all around the house

So if you see them, never fear

The elf on the shelf is on your side

Cheering you on with Santa

Checking that box for naughty or nice

So be on your best behaviour

They could be on the stairs or the desk

Or sitting in the tree with the ornaments, yeah

The elf on the shelf won't try to hide

They're on your side

Everybody knows

It's good to make the nice list

'Cause you'll get all the presents

Not a stocking filled with coal

So always do your chores

And help your friends and neighbours

Never ever doubt

The elf is busy taking notes

The elf on the shelf is on your side

Cheering you on with Santa

Checking that box for naughty or nice

So be on your best behaviour

They could be on the stairs or the desk

Or sitting in the tree with the ornaments, yeah

The elf on the shelf won't try to