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How to Catch an Elf Paperback – Picture Book, October 1, 2021

by Adam Wallace (Author), Andy Elkerton (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 8,685 ratings
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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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  1. Reading age
    2 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    How to Catch
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 3
  6. Dimensions
    8 x 1.5 x 8 inches
  7. Publisher
    Sourcebooks Wonderland
  8. Publication date
    October 1, 2021
  9. ISBN-10
    1728261864
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1728261867
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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.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sourcebooks Wonderland (October 1, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1728261864
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1728261867
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 6 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.52 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 1.5 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 8,685 ratings

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  1. Andy Elkerton

    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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    Adam Wallace

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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 written lottttttts of stories (over 4000!), and more than 150 of those have been made into books!

    There are How to Catch books and How to Draw books!

    Gross books and Action and Adventure books.

    Picture books and chapter books and middle grade books and lots lots more.

    My goal is to have books for all ages and reading abilities and interests.

    And, coming soon, more new books! 18,000 HOLES IN THE UNIVERSE (chapter book) in August 2024 and A VERY DINOSAUR CHRISTMAS (picture book) in September 2024!

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

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4.8 out of 5 stars
8,685 global ratings
A Great Holiday Addition to the “How to Catch a … “ Book Series
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A Great Holiday Addition to the “How to Catch a … “ Book Series
My six-year-old granddaughter loves the “How to Catch a … “ book series, so when I came across several holiday titles this year, I couldn’t resist purchasing them for our library. Consistent with previous books that we have purchased, “How to Catch an Elf” follows along on a fun adventure to trap Santa’s helper, only to be outsmarted each time by his elfin ways! The illustrations are bright and colorful, and will easily capture a child’s imagination. And the story — told in a familiar rhyming pattern — is printed in an easy-to-read font that even early readers will be able to follow along without difficulty. I also appreciate the multicultural representation in each of the books in this series. These are well-made hardback storybooks that can last many years, if cared for properly. A great value for any child’s library!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Holiday Addition to the “How to Catch a … “ Book Series
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2023
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My six-year-old granddaughter loves the “How to Catch a … “ book series, so when I came across several holiday titles this year, I couldn’t resist purchasing them for our library. Consistent with previous books that we have purchased, “How to Catch an Elf” follows along on a fun adventure to trap Santa’s helper, only to be outsmarted each time by his elfin ways! The illustrations are bright and colorful, and will easily capture a child’s imagination. And the story — told in a familiar rhyming pattern — is printed in an easy-to-read font that even early readers will be able to follow along without difficulty. I also appreciate the multicultural representation in each of the books in this series. These are well-made hardback storybooks that can last many years, if cared for properly. A great value for any child’s library!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Holiday Addition to the “How to Catch a … “ Book Series
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2023
My six-year-old granddaughter loves the “How to Catch a … “ book series, so when I came across several holiday titles this year, I couldn’t resist purchasing them for our library. Consistent with previous books that we have purchased, “How to Catch an Elf” follows along on a fun adventure to trap Santa’s helper, only to be outsmarted each time by his elfin ways! The illustrations are bright and colorful, and will easily capture a child’s imagination. And the story — told in a familiar rhyming pattern — is printed in an easy-to-read font that even early readers will be able to follow along without difficulty. I also appreciate the multicultural representation in each of the books in this series. These are well-made hardback storybooks that can last many years, if cared for properly. A great value for any child’s library!
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Michelle
5.0 out of 5 stars My son loved this book
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2024
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This is a go to bed time story for my kids. This find it funny and cute. For me, it’s short and easy to read! We love the “how to catch a” series!
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NenaOchoa
5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2024
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This is ideal for a little kids for nighttime stories, or just for Christmas time. I gave it to my niece and she loves it. She does have the collate collection by the same author, and I will keep on purchasing books more or less with the same content.
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M.Barth
5.0 out of 5 stars My kids requested it
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2024
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It was really cute after a hard night of trying to get the kids to settle down this book actually helped a lot. It's a cute book I actually like it the best out of this book, Santa and the snowman one.
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melonie cooper
5.0 out of 5 stars Must have holiday book
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2024
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This is in our must reads for holiday books it’s so cut and fun to read with the family.
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Cheryl J
4.0 out of 5 stars Great pictures, story was ok
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2024
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Love the pics- the story was a little hard for the 3 year olds to follow. But they loved the pics- so we mostly just made up our own story. Pics held their attention. Maybe next year the story will make more sense to them. Still recommend
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2024
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Perfect
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Summer P.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2024
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My daughter loves theses books and this was perfect for her at Christmas ❤️
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SJ_ontario
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute holiday book for my 5 year old
Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2024
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Some children's books are PAINFUL to read at bedtime, so I'm often leary of holiday books especially - but this was cute! I enjoyed it! I liked that there was 3 variations for my kids. (elf, snowman, gingerbread man)
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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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brittany
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Christmas Book!
Reviewed in Canada on January 29, 2024
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This book is a Christmas favourite in our house! It’s a very cute story your kids will love!
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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
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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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Mona Mak
5.0 out of 5 stars A good book to read
Reviewed in Canada on April 25, 2022
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My kids love reading it. But it seems less attractive to my 7-year-old daughter.
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