The Christmas Goblin and the Elfling
On a snowy night before Christmas, a clever young elfling outsmarts a sneaky goblin pretending to be Santa. By listening carefully and thinking fast, she protects her home in this playful Christmas fairy tale for young readers.
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Independent Thinking
- How does the elfling know the visitor is not really Santa?
- What clues help her figure out the goblin’s trick?
- Can you think of a time when listening carefully helped you make a good choice?
Stranger Danger
- Why does the elfling stop and think before opening the door?
- What could have happened if she trusted the goblin right away?
- Who should you ask for help if something feels wrong?
Problem Solving
- What plan does the elfling make to stop the goblin?
- Why is the snowball a smart solution?
- What other safe ways could she have protected her home?
Conversation
- Which part of the story made you want to talk or laugh together?
- Why do you think the Man in the Moon and the North Wind react the way they do?
- How does talking about funny moments make a story more enjoyable?
Vocabulary
- Goblin
- A mischievous magical creature who likes to cause trouble.
- Elfling
- A young elf, small but very clever.
- Suspicious
- Feeling that something is not quite right.
- Imitate
- To copy how someone sounds or acts.
- Gust
- A strong burst of wind.
- Enchanted
- Magical and full of wonder.
Context
This Christmas fairy tale uses gentle suspense, repetition, and humour to support early literacy for young readers.
Familiar folklore characters such as elves, goblins, and the Man in the Moon create a magical setting while keeping the story playful and reassuring. The elfling’s careful listening and logical thinking model early safety awareness and problem-solving skills. Simple dialogue and clear cause-and-effect make the story ideal for shared bedtime reading.
Children come away with the understanding that paying attention and trusting instincts can help them make safe choices.
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FAQs about ‘The Christmas Goblin and the Elfling’
What is The Christmas Goblin and the Elfling about?
A clever elfling stops a goblin from stealing Christmas presents by pretending to be Santa.
Is this story suitable for bedtime?
Yes, it has gentle suspense and a reassuring ending, making it ideal for bedtime.
What age group is this story for?
This story is best suited to children aged 4–6 years.
Does the story teach a lesson?
It encourages children to listen carefully, trust their instincts, and think before acting.
Credits
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- Written by: T. Ferries
- Illustrated by: Faishal Aziz
- Music video from “Pixelland” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), “Moon Lounge Omicron Prime” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), “We Wish you a Merry Christmas” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), “Holiday Weasel” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), “Dance of the Tuba Plum Fairy” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), “Spazzmatica Polka” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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