Perspective Taking
Why does Buddy sit on Papa Elf's lap when they talk about Buddy's biological parents?
Buddy is like a child and loving.
What profession does every elf aspire to?
To build toys
Buddy is a special elf, why?
He is human, but tries to do what is expected of elves.
What does Santa tell Buddy about his father?
He is on the naughty list.
He is able to decore the store wonderfully.
How do we know Buddy has never been on an elevator before?
He lights up every button for every floor and has no idea he will now have to stop on every level.
Code of Elves:
Treat Every Day Like _____________.
Christmas
Tell 3 instances when Buddy takes things literally.
Best Cup of Coffee
Store Santa is not the real Santa
Tell me I'm an Elf
Gives lingerie for "that someone special"
What warnings did north polers tell Buddy before he leaves for New York?
Don't eat yellow snow
Don't eat gum on the side of streeth
How long does Buddy need to sleep at night?
Only 40 minutes.
How does Buddy's story begin in a sad way?
He is in an orphanage as a baby without a home at Christmas time.
Code of Elves:
There's room for everyone on the ___________ list.
NICE
Buddy can't go to sleep unless....
tucked in
What advice does Michael give Buddy about Jovie?
Tells Buddy to ask Jovie out to eat.
How does Buddy bond with Michael?
They are attacked with snowballs by a group of bullies on the way home from school and Buddy "schools" them with snowballs. Buddy earns Michael's respect.
How do we know Buddy has no concept of gender etiquette?
He doesn't understand that Jovie is showering in the women's locker room, and he goes in to listen to her sing.
Code of Elves:
The best way to spread Christmas Cheer is to _____________ loud for all to hear.
Sing
Why would Buddy come across to Walter as "certifiably insane"?
Buddy is an elf and has only been around elves. He doesn't understand the beliefs of humans.
What's your favorite quote?!
Multiple answers. "He's an angry elf"- is mine!
Why are the Central Park Rangers chasing Santa?
How does Walter show his ugly side after the "elf" fight?
He gets so upset about his job that he kicks Buddy out and says that he doesn't care where Buddy goes, he's done.
What is one of the elves' main food groups
Sugar
Candy
Candy Canes
Why does the department store manager think Buddy works for him?
He thinks he's an employee because of Buddy's clothes.
Michael says all his dad does or cares about is work, why does he say this?
Answer will vary.
How do we know Buddy hasn't changed much since the beginning of the movie? (Think of how the story ends)
He still tries to sit on Papa Elf's lap.