Skeleton on the Shelf: Halloween Activities at Home

New and improved Elf on the Shelf, the festive Halloween version

Ah, Halloween – the time for pumpkin spice lattes, creative costumes, and of course, spooky decorations. Okay so Halloween is still a few months away, but it is never too early to prepare. Several friends have been asking me already if I am going to do Skeleton of the Shelf--Halloween edition again this year! To answer y'alls question I am planning on it, but in the meantime, wanted to share with others who couldn't join in on the fun of what I did last year :)

Last year I decided to add a twist to a classic holiday tradition by introducing Skelly!

Looking around my living room, I realized it was missing something to really set the Halloween mood. That's when I spotted a 5-foot skeleton I had to puchase. It hit me – why not turn this skeleton into the star of its own Halloween show? Thus began the mischievous adventures of Skelly.

I applied the "Elf on the Shelf" concept for Halloween by using skeletons. This variation follows the same idea of moving a character around the house each night to create a fun and FESTIVE experience for the holiday.

I sent a new picture of humorous scenes each day, and it provided a good laugh for friends and family of all ages. Some friends with kiddos let me know that "Skeleton on the Shelf" provided a fun, shared activity for their families to enjoy together. It was such a hit that I was asked by several people if I could do a Christmas rendition of it!

Here are some examples. It encourages creativity in setting up new and imaginative scenes every day to extend Halloween holiday fun.

Bury me in Texas

New outfit

Time to split

My weight loss journey

Good read..This is how I roll

Rest easy

Resting in peace

Solitude

PSL for Russ T. Bones

He has your back

Lights are on but nobody's home

Shop 'til you drop

Cut to the bone

Going bananas

You got this

Ride or Die

Toxic Trait: Driving too slow in left lane

Died Laughing

Needs body work

Speaks for itself

Die-t

Gratefully dead

Online Shopping Therapy

Nickel and dimed to death

Festive

Think... while you still can

Pushing up daisies

Service Engine Soon (dedicated to those with chronic medical problems)

Halloween Activities at Home: Tips for a Successful Skeleton on the Shelf Experience

The Skeleton on the Shelf Experience is a fun Halloween activity at home. It is great for POTS or anyone with chronic illness because it provides many opportunities to participate in festivities when your health has its limitations.

• Plan Ahead: Think of different scenes and activities in advance to keep the excitement going.

• Involve the Family: Let the kids participate in setting up the skeleton’s adventures (while maintaining the element of surprise).

• Use Props: Utilize small Halloween decorations to enhance the scenes.

• Play on Words: Provide a quick and light-hearted way to make someone laugh.

This Halloween twist on a classic holiday tradition can be a delightful way to celebrate and create lasting memories.

Please leave comments below and share your own experiences in "Skeleton on the Shelf."