The elf on the shelf book and doll can be adopted through mass merchandisers such as target. Click here for a list of stores that carry popinkins elves. Christopher popinkins is a beloved christmas story about santas very first childrens elf. The christopher pop in kins book was rather boring all and all. Christopher popinkins is the classic hideandseek elf tradition created in 1984 by flora johnson of atwater, ohio inspired by a tradition johnson began with her own children during the early 1960s, this adorable elf pops in from late november to christmas eve to visit children and share in the excitement of the holiday season. Elf fun with christina marie popinkins popinkins elf and book sets are now available in two size. Now in his 27th year, christopher popinkins was recently named one of dr. This is a great buy because it will provide you with years of family fun and memories. Nov 09, 2011 no need to make the elf on the shelf into the gestapo. Christopher popinkins giveaway from the childrens nook gray gray polenz looking for a fun new tradition your entire family can enjoy. Christopher longed to be around real children, and santa granted his wish by making him. Ver mas christopher popinkins is the classic hideandseek elf tradition created in 1984 by flora johnson of atwater, ohio. Christopher pop in kins is santas secret agent elf, popping up everywhere and reporting back to santa. With 25 years of continuous marketing, christopher pop in kins remains one of the oldest, most loved christmas elves available today.
In his story christopher pop in kins pops in, christopher longs to visit boys and girls during the holiday season. We love christopher popinkins, but man is he sneaky. Christopher popinkins is the magical christmas elf who loves kids as much as santa does. Toy award and iparenting award the original story of santas childrens elf, christopher popinkins has been enchanting families since 1985. The christopher popinkins book and elf set are the complete package. Read the heartwarming story together, then enjoy the fun as chrisopher magically moves around your home. Each book set contains a hardcover, beautifully illustrated 12 x 9 storybook. As a kid i think i would have been a little intimidated by that line. Find great deals on ebay for pop in kins and christopher pop in kins. As we read in the adorable book that comes with this doll, christopher is one of santas little elves and even though he loves.
Based on a 1960 family tradition, christopher popinkins was created in 1984 by flora johnson of atwater, ohio. Christopher popinkins doll with books, dolls amazon. Each christopher popinkins set includes a poseable, christopher popinkins doll, an illustrated hardcover storybook, and a case for convenient storage. She and her elf brother christopher adore arriving to play hideandseek and share in the anticipation of each yuletide time of year christina marie pop in kins set includes a poseable, safetytested christina elf, plus a fantastic christina marie and the little tree storybook. One parent did not like the reference to prayers in the elf on the shelf book. Although some parent feedback on the elf on the shelf book is that it is a bit heavy handed on the watching you concept.
Maybe sometimes theyll be holding hands and sometimes hiding separately. Mini set contains the same sized christopher elf and same story as the larger christopher popinkins fun set. See more christopher popinkins is the classic hideandseek elf tradition created in 1984 by flora johnson of atwater, ohio. I recently discovered a cute new toy for the holiday seasononly this toy isnt so much a gift but a fun new holiday tradition. Mini set contains the same sized christopher elf and same story as the larger christopher pop in kins fun set. In original box elf fun christina marie pop in kins full. Christopher pop in kins verily, the christmas season is almost upon us. The book is a hardcover which is great because it will last a long time. Elf christopher pop in kins christmas fun, girl elf, elf. Dec 09, 2011 a special little elf dropped in to keep us company for a few weeks. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. If youre looking for something a little closer to that ubiquitous elf, look no further than the original elf, christopher popinkins. Oct 06, 2012 christopher popinkins fun set includes elf, book, and storage case. I loved the fun that we had as a family with this little elf.
Based on a 1960 family tradition, christopher pop in kins was created in 1984 by flora johnson of atwater, ohio. A list of stores with christopher popinkins and his sister christina marie popinkins is available at category. Each christina marie popinkins set includes a poseable, safetytested christina marie popinkins elf, an illustrated hardcover storybook, and a case for convenient storage. Popinkins elf fun with christina marie bookset mini. One tradition i am planning on is an extended visit from one of santas elves, or in consumer speak, an elf on a shelf. The christopher popinkins set includes a poseable, safetytested christopher elf, plus a fantastic 24page, hardcover storybook popinkins are hideandseek childrens elves whove been poppingin homes every festive season as a playful, magical tradition for 30 years. He will come alive after reading and sharing this book with your loved ones, and will magically move around your home throughout the nights leading up to christmas. The set comes complete with a handsome, sturdy storage case and an adorable, poseable christopher popinkins doll that has passed rigorous safety testing. Christopher popinkins pops in by flora johnson, book and.
Because after your child learns how christopherpopinkins convinced. Nov 01, 2011 the book is a hardcover which is great because it will last a long time. My girls first move would be to look for the little guy. Christopher popinkins pops in and doll can be adopted through specialty. Get him now at this deep discount and have him pop in next year. Christopher knows that just before thanksgiving the kids will hear his storyhe hopes your child will get to hear it too. Christopher popinkins christopher popin kins, the elf and his book, started appearing in homes in 1985. There is another elf, that is perhaps cuter, than the elf on the shelf that is one sale right now at amazon.
Toy award and iparenting award the original story of santas childrens elf, christopher pop in kins has been enchanting families since 1985. The classic hideandseek elf tradition with christopher and christina marie popinkins. Christopher popinkins a new family christmas tradition. The classic hideandseek elf tradition with christopher and christina marie pop in kins. Each christopher popinkins set includes a poseable, christopher popinkins doll, an illustrated hardcover edition of christopher popinkins pops in, and a case for convenient storage. He worked great but i have been waiting on him to go on sale before i told you guys he was worth it.
Find great deals on ebay for christopher pop in kins and christina pop in kins. Just like the popular elf on the shelf bookset and fun little elf, this elf, christopher popinkins is a fun little elf. Also known as elf fun with pop in kins, christopher pop in kins and his sister, christina marie, choose families each year to pop in on, and have been for 28 years. Each christopher popinkins fun set includes a posable christopher popinkins elf, christopher popinkins pops in by flora johnson 1985 illustrated storybook, and a convenient storage case. You can buy christopher popinkins from amazon or head on over to the christopher popinkins site for a list of other places to buy him. The adventures of christopher popinkins elf fun its. Dec 08, 2008 christopher popinkins has been reintroduced in 2008 and is now available in a beautiful hardbound book, newly illustrated by awardwinning illustrator brian bradway. Featuring hideandseek fun for the entire family, christina marie popinkins is certain to be a favorite christmas tradition for generations. The grandchildren search for christopher and now we are adding christina. Elf on the shelf vs christopher pop in kins metrowest mamas. Elf fun with christina marie pop in kins pop in kins elf and book sets are now available in two size. Oct 07, 2014 we have all heard about the elf on the shelf and the silly antics that the elf does throughout the month of december. Elf on the shelf, christopher popinkins stories evolve. Toydirectory elf fun with christina marie popinkins from.
Christina marie is the sister to christopher pop in kins, these were the original elf stories my kids enjoyed in the 80sshe has her own story, is bendable, and my grandkids love searching for her each morning before christmas. After much consideration, santa grants christopher s wish and the elf fun begins. This timeless, multipleaward winning story, now celebrating its 24th year, is available in a collectable book set featuring a beautifully illustrated book, a safetytested doll, and handsome. Oct 30, 20 last year was the first year i did christopher pop in kins. In 2008, the christopher popinkins was redesigned and the book was reillustrated. While the other elf looks kind of creepy to me, this guy looks a little goofy. You can buy christopher pop in kins from amazon or head on over to the christopher pop in.