Christmas-lovers around the country have been hilariously positioning elves around their houses each day - much to the amusement of children and adults alike.

Some parents say elves are watching their kids to report back to Santa in the run-up to Christmas, while others use it as a fun way to get kids involved in the festivities.

The Elf on the Shelf challenge involves cleverly or hilariously positioning an elf each day in December.

We asked News Shopper readers to share their pictures of their elves - and they had us in stitches.

From positive Covid tests to cooking Haribo fried eggs, south east London elves really have been up to no good recently.

This cheeky elf and his mermaid friend enjoyed a night at the cinema this December - and mananged to spill popcorn everywhere while they were at it.

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Uh oh! It's 10 days isolation for these Covid-positive elves.

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This elf might start feeling a bit dizzy soon!

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Is it an elf? Is it a snowman?

News Shopper: photo: Karen Louise Cassidyphoto: Karen Louise Cassidy

This naughty elf has had one too many chocolates without hiding the evidence...

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It's a hard life for these elves...

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This elf is definitely on the naughty list... And about to have a serious sugar rush...

News Shopper: photo: Emilia Theodhosiphoto: Emilia Theodhosi

Fried eggs for breakfast anyone?

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It's snowing in the world of these angelic elves.

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Send in your Elf on the Shelf pictures throughout December to immy.share@newsquest.co.uk for a chance to be featured!

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