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How to Catch an Elf Hardcover – Picture Book, October 4, 2016

by Adam Wallace (Author), Andy Elkerton (Illustrator)
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From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes a hilarious Christmas adventure, perfect for stocking stuffers!

"With delightful rhymes, How to Catch an Elf slots itself into place along such classics as 'The Night Before Christmas.'"―Foreword Reviews

It's Christmas Eve and an elf is on the loose… in YOUR house! Do you have what it takes to catch him? Follow along in this fun holiday story as a mischievous elf causes chaos Christmas Eve! Filled with zany traps, vibrant illustrations, STEAM concepts, and even Santa Claus himself, this Christmas picture book for kids is guaranteed to become a new holiday tradition!

The perfect elf book for kids, funny stocking stuffer or Christmas gift for ages 4-8, this festive read aloud is loved by children, parents, and educators alike.

Some kids have tried to catch him, but Santa's fast, you see!

So they've set their eyes on a smaller prize, and now they're after me!

Also in the How to Catch Series:

  • How to Catch a Unicorn
  • How to Catch a Gingerbread Man
  • How to Catch a Snowman
  • How to Catch a Mermaid
  • How to Catch a Dinosaur
  • How to Catch a Yeti
  • My First How to Catch Santa Claus
  • and more!
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    2 - 7 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    How to Catch
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 3
  6. Lexile measure
    AD540L
  7. Dimensions
    8.25 x 0.33 x 8.25 inches
  8. Publisher
    Sourcebooks Wonderland
  9. Publication date
    October 4, 2016
  10. ISBN-10
    9781492646310
  11. ISBN-13
    978-1492646310
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"A scheming story of how to catch a Christmas elf told in playful rhyme that makes it an instant modern classic." ― BookRiot

"With delightful rhymes, How to Catch an Elf slots itself into place along such classics as "The Night Before Christmas." Of course, there’s some updated technology, such as the Elf Snatcher 3000. Its cute language is great for reading aloud and the pictures are sure to get a giggle. Daring escapes and goofy traps make the story great fun. With hijinks galore, kids may just come up with some new ways to capture Santa’s little helper" ― Foreword Reviews

About the Author

Adam Wallace is a children’s writer and cartoonist living in Australia. He is the author of the New York Times bestselling How to Catch series and The Holiday Heroes Save Christmas.



Andy Elkerton is a children’s book illustrator who loves to create creatures that are impossible to catch! He is known for his work on the New York Times bestselling How to Catch series and is based in the United Kingdom.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1492646318
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sourcebooks Wonderland
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 4, 2016
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781492646310
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1492646310
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.7 ounces
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 7 years, from customers
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.33 x 8.25 inches
  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ How to Catch
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 3
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD540L
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 9,193 ratings

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  1. Andy Elkerton

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    Andy began his career in illustration in 2003, after spending fifteen years working as a graphic designer in the computer games industry.

    Since then he has worked for a long list of clients in the fields of Picture Books, Magazines, Toy Design, Character Design, and Advertising.

    He has illustrated several New York Times, USA Today, and Barnes and Noble bestselling titles, and can't think of a better job to have than being paid to doodle stuff all day long!

    He lives in a small village on the West coast of Scotland with his wife and three children.

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    I LOVE writing stories that make children laugh and get excited about reading and drawing and writing. I also love taking naps and listening to music. Not at the same time. Well, sometimes. It depends on the song.

    I have been lucky enough to have sold over 12 MILLION books and had FIVE Number One New York Times Bestselling books, with more on the way, so my mission to entertain and inspire billions of kids is well on the way!

    In October, 2025 I am releasing a brand new book for 7+ year olds called Hatman, which is unlike any book I have ever done before! Check out my website (simply search for Adam Wallace author) and go to the contact page to sign up for updates on it ... when you do, YOU WILL GET FREE BOOKS AND MORE!

    I AM VERY EXCITED!!!!!!!!

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Customers find this book ideal for nighttime stories, particularly for children aged 4-6. They describe it as a fun holiday book, with one customer noting it's great for family Christmas reading.

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Customers find this holiday book fun and entertaining, describing it as a great Christmas Eve book and creative series.

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  • LAURA ELIZABETH
    5.0 out of 5 stars Funny for kids and good quality book
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025
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    Very cute good and the book itself is good quality. Good for Christmas time and funny for kids
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  • Mandy Turner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for class Christmas exchange!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2025
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    Amazon to the rescue! I was able to purchase this adorable book last minute for my daughter’s class Christmas book exchange! She was so excited about it! It arrived super fast which was a win for me!
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  • Natalie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Daughters new favorite Christmas book
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2025
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    My daughter’s new favorite Christmas book! She wanted to read this one every night. I ended up purchasing another book from this series as well (how to catch a reindeer). They are perfect for the ages 4-6.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars My kids love the entire collection "How to catch..."!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2024
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    We have dozens of books "How to Catch...," and both of my daughters (ages 7 and 3) love them all! The illustrations are bright and cute, and the stories are simple yet captivating. The covers are also delightful to touch, feeling velvety and matte.
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2024
    We have dozens of books "How to Catch...," and both of my daughters (ages 7 and 3) love them all! The illustrations are bright and cute, and the stories are simple yet captivating. The covers are also delightful to touch, feeling velvety and matte.
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  • Engle Folks
    5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable book
    Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2024
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    The story line in this beautiful kids book is so adorable. Mischievous elf trying to get his way out of some trouble spots. The are is fabulous and I love the riming story. Paired it with cute elf found on Amazon.
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2024
    The story line in this beautiful kids book is so adorable. Mischievous elf trying to get his way out of some trouble spots. The are is fabulous and I love the riming story. Paired it with cute elf found on Amazon.
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  • Danielle
    4.0 out of 5 stars Cute
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2025
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    My kids like these books. I’ll buy these especially on a good deal.
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  • ARLENE
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect book for toddlers
    Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2025
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    Bought this for my niece and she loves it!
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  • Theresa
    5.0 out of 5 stars The story of “How to Catch an Elf”
    Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024
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    This is the perfect story to keep young ones believing. Might even work along with Elf on the Shelf if they stop at your house. Students at school (K - 2nd Grade) love the story too.
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  • michael j p
    5.0 out of 5 stars Seriously?
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 7, 2021
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    Seriously a bestseller? No plot just pictures to sell the book.

    The Snow Alien Complete Series is far better but nowhere near the scam Amazon charts
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  • Amy Darrell
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good series.
    Reviewed in Canada on June 23, 2025
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    Great addition to my classroom library. Rounds out the set quite nicely!
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  • J. Smith
    1.0 out of 5 stars Nope. Just don't bother.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 17, 2019
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Ignoring the lack of story line and the dreadful attempts at rhyme, there is simply too much violence for a book for small children and certainly not at Christmas. We want feel good stuff at this time of year. I hadn't realised that it was an Americanised text so British children won't know what a touche is etc. I was looking for cheap children's books to give out at a party. So desperately let down by this that it went straight in the charity bag to donate but was worried about even doing that as I feel it's inappropriate.
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  • LJ Lanktree
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good Quality
    Reviewed in Canada on March 6, 2025
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    Bought for my grandchild at Christmas. She loves it. Good quality book
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  • Jody Bartja
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for this Holiday Season
    Reviewed in Canada on December 12, 2024
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    Bought this book for the Grands for St Nicholas Day. Cute Tale. We now text and ask how the Elf hunt is going...lol. they have 3 Elves on the Shelf, lol. It was great value and a great addition for 2024 Christmas season.
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