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Holiday Sweets & Treats

Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tart with Apple Cranberry Crisp! This warm, comforting dessert features tender apples, tart cranberries, and a buttery, crumbly topping—ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy family meals, and seasonal celebrations.

Chocolate Peppermint Bark

Indulge in homemade Chocolate Peppermint Bark this holiday season! A perfect blend of rich chocolate and crunchy peppermint, this festive treat is ideal for Christmas parties, gift-giving, or enjoying by the fire.

Crock Pot Candy

Create irresistible Crock Pot Candy this holiday season with just a few simple ingredients! This easy, slow-cooked treat combines rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy nuts—making it perfect for holiday gifts, parties, or a sweet indulgence anytime. It just might be the ultimate holiday treat!

Dark Fudge

Here's a recipe from our very own Ali Elf. Indulge in this rich, velvety Dark Fudge this holiday season! Made with premium dark chocolate and a creamy texture, this decadent treat is perfect for holiday gifting, parties, or satisfying your sweet cravings.

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Teachers and Christmas and Kids, oh my!

Published Friday November 01, 2024

During the Christmas season, keeping kids focused can be a difficult undertaking. Harnessing all that excitement and energy can also be difficult for teachers.

All Hallows' Eve at the North Pole

Published Tuesday October 01, 2024

While it’s true that the elves are already hard at work making toys, Halloween time offers a great opportunity for so much fun!

Picnics and Pirates

Published Sunday September 01, 2024

As kids around the world are getting ready to go back to school, the elves at the North Pole are gearing up for their favorite time of year...

World Friendship Day

Published Thursday August 01, 2024

August is a very special time at the North Pole. While the elves enjoy the last full month of summer, as the high temperature can sometimes reach up to 41° F, they also start to prepare for the colder months of Autumn and Winter.

It is Festive in July at the North Pole

Published Monday July 01, 2024

Because the elves of the North Pole consider themselves global citizens, they enjoy celebrating all of the national holidays!

Summer Fun at the North Pole

Published Saturday June 01, 2024

Things are really heating up in the North Pole now! In June, the elves enjoy temperatures that can reach up to 38° F!

The North Pole May Check In!

Published Wednesday May 01, 2024

Welcome to May in the North Pole. The elves are excited because there is usually a big temperature jump in May.

Celebrations in April

Published Monday April 01, 2024

April showers, bring May flowers… But in the North Pole April brings a lot of fun and festive times for the elves. With holidays that celebrate their love of fun and faith, April has it all.

St. Patrick’s Day at the North Pole

Published Friday March 01, 2024

Right now our favorite elves are decorating for St. Patrick’s Day at the North Pole while also starting their spring cleaning and planting. They are dreaming about shamrocks and the sun!

Month of Love

Published Thursday February 01, 2024

Let’s take a look at some of the holidays our friends celebrate during the “Month of Love.”

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