Searching for the BEST Teacher Gift Ideas? We asked teachers what their favorite gifts were, and though you might be surprised, here’s what they REALLY want…
Teacher Gift Ideas They Actually Want!
When was the last time you surprised your child’s teacher with a sweet gift? These Creative Teacher Gift Ideas and fun Teacher Appreciation gifts are the perfect way to spoil that special educator in your life!
Now I was raised by two teachers, my grandma was a teacher, my aunt is a teacher, and even my brother is a teacher! So coming from a family with LOTS of teachers, I know exactly what they like to receive! 🙂
There’s no need to wonder what to give… we also asked teachers what their favorite gifts have been over the years to help you find the best Creative Teacher Gift Ideas your teachers will LOVE!
From back to school gift baskets to Christmas gift cards, and Teacher Appreciation presents to any day surprises, according to teachers, here’s what they REALLY want…
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Teacher Appreciation Gifts
Sarah writes: “Hi! I am a teacher, and my answer is anything you do is fine. Even a card is great. I have received many gifts from students over the years and I find the ones that come from the family’s heart are the best. It is just so nice to be included and feel appreciated that the gift itself, for me anyway, is less important than the gesture. 
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Kate writes: “A heartfelt message from student and parent are my favorite gifts from students.”
Shannon writes: “Teacher here. What EVER YOU GIVE is amazing. But. My favorite part? Are the personal notes of encouragement. One of the best was a parent asked their kiddo things about me and recorded their answers (I teach littles). That was 10 years ago. I still pull it out. Teachers need to know they’re making a difference and that you appreciate them”
Amy writes: “I’m a teacher – gift card, nice pens, kind note. Positive note to admin about the teacher.”
Tanya writes: “As a teacher, I can tell you that the thing we want most is to feel appreciated. A gift is not necessary but a simple note of thanks for hard work would be gratefully accepted. If you feel the need to give a gift, stick to things like gift cards (even $5 is great!), office supplies or ask the teacher if she has a wishlist for the classroom.”
Teacher Gift Card Ideas
Laurie writes: “Gift cards!!!! Most teachers get paid the last day they work in December and don’t get paid again until the END of January….that’s a LONG time! So gift cards to restaurants or grocery stores especially are helpful!!”
Patti writes: “Gift cards to Starbucks or Bath & Body Works. My daughter is a teacher and that’s what SHE wants”
Marie writes: “I’m a teacher. Gift cards are always the best. Handwritten student notes are my favorite.”
Gina writes: “As a teacher, I’d say a gift card for coffee. Even if it’s for $5, it’s a big deal!”
Jessica writes: “I used to be an elementary teacher. I was floored any time someone gave me a gift card for the local coffee shop or Starbucks. That’s a treat that we could run out and use on our lunch break, on the way to work, or after school.”
Jane writes: “I’m a teacher and we love gift cards! Even a $10 Starbucks Card is greatly appreciated. Stay away from mugs because we get tons of those each year and alt they appreciated it’s hard to find a place to keep them all!”
Randi writes: “This teacher just like Starbucks gift cards! The coffee goes in and the teaching comes out.”
Rebecca writes: “I bought reusable cups at Starbucks and I’m adding a $5 Starbucks Gift Card for each teacher.”
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One reader writes: “As a preschool teacher myself, I appreciate all gifts. Teachers in general are not paid very well, which is why we appreciate practical gifts such as gift cards to Target or the Local Mall.”
Connie writes: “As a teacher, I can assure you, what we need is a gift card. Teachers are paid on the last working day of the month. That means our December check will be paid on your child’s last day of school before the Christmas break. Our next check will not come until the last day of January. Typically our families have to make that check last 6 – 7 weeks.
Gift cards from stores like Walmart, the grocery store, and Amazon allows teachers to buy groceries, cleaning supplies, or whatever is needed. A gift card to a local restaurant provides a meal while also supporting a small business. A gift card to restaurants like McDonald’s or Pizza provide a much needed break from cooking while also providing a meal. A great way to do this and make it affordable is to find business that offer ‘Buy a Card for X amount, and Get Y amount for Free’. You can purchase a gift card for yourself to use later, and give the free gift card to your favorite teacher.”
Katy writes: “As a teacher I say gift cards to anywhere! Coffee, restaurants, movies, spa day, etc!”
Sara writes: “This is probably not a popular opinion but gift cards. All the homemade treats and things are great unless the teacher is diabetic. The cute crafts are adorable but not after you’ve taught over 30 years like me I don’t have any room for any more mugs or towels or anything like that. If you want a gift that is truly appreciated: gift card.”
Betsy writes: “I always enjoyed the gift cards to a restaurant, like Starbucks… that was a treat for me, as I typically don’t go there.”
One reader writes: “I’m a teacher and my most favorite gifts in the past have been gift cards. Restaurants…. Massages…. even to a local store like Walmart or Target. We spend SO much out of our pockets during the year so gift cards are always really appreciated.”
Nikki writes: “Gift cards to Restaurants, Starbucks, or Teachers Pay Teachers website (it’s a place many of us use to buy resources).”
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Nancy writes: “I taught for 41 years! Gift cards always topped my list!!”
Ellen writes: “A Visa gift card or a gift card where they can buy different types of things (Target, Amazon, Walmart) Even $5 will surely be welcome and sometimes parents can combine their efforts.”
Jennifer writes: “Last year we gave my son’s teacher a gift card to a local ice cream shop… we ran into her there later using it!”
Ashley writes: “I am a teacher… gift cards to Dunkin Donuts, Chick-fil-a, or Subway. It’s great to run out for lunch on our lunch break.”
Jacqueline writes: “Gift cards to a nearby restaurant or cafe… it’s always nice to have a gift card to grab a coffee before work or have a late lunch”
Janette writes: “I loved gift cards to the local coffee shop when I was teaching. Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, etc. What teacher doesn’t need their coffee in the morning?”
Sandra writes: “Gift card. As a teacher for 20 years I rather get a $5 gift card.”
Melanie writes: “I like to give gift cards to restaurants that are easy for carryout lunches or dinners on days you don’t feel like cooking. Both with a handwritten note with something personal about each teacher.”
Nicole writes: “As a teacher, I really like getting gift cards for books, coffee, or a close lunch place.”
Heather writes: “Teachers LOVE the idea of gift cards, allowing them the option of choosing exactly what they need. Stores like Walmart, Target, Staples, Office Depot, etc. all carry “teachery” supplies, but she can get other stuff she needs as well.”
Sarah writes: “I have a “Teaching Family,” everyone is a teacher! Gift Cards! I know it sounds insincere but they are very much appreciated. Something personal for them (pedicure or sports games if you know their favorite splurge thing), or for the class. Most teachers spend some of their income on classroom supplies, copies, gifts, crafts, etc… so gift cards help leverage some of that weight off their shoulders that they could be spending on their family.”
Lisa writes: “I always loved getting gift cards when I was a teacher!”
Margaret writes: “I am a teacher and I don’t expect anything but I have loved gift cards (especially Dollar Tree or Dollar General and Walmart) because I invest it back into the classroom.”
Michelle writes: “Like others said, I appreciate everything, but I prefer gift cards to Target, Amazon, or some kind of store.”
Sue writes: “Teachers really appreciate gift cards, especially to Target because you can get anything there. It’s nice to pick up a cute sweater, a book to read, some makeup, or whatever!
Rachel writes: “As a former teacher, I always loved getting gift cards to anywhere… food, clothing stores, teacher stores are great.”
Suzanne writes: “My daughter’s teacher has asked for school supplies since budgets are tight and there are things she really needs. Instead of trying to figure out what to get we have decided to get her a gift card to Staples. I know she spends a lot of her own money on supplies so this will help her out.”
Mary writes: “I am a teacher, I agree with gift cards, even Gas gift cards are helpful. Most teachers love thrift stores, so a gift I loved was when one family gave me a gift card to Goodwill. We have to furnish our own supplies, extra clothes for kids who have accidents, classroom books, and extra furniture (like in a reading nook). I made the Goodwill money go far.”
Amanda writes: “One idea I loved doing was making a personalized apron and then stuffing it with gift cards to stores so the teacher could go spend it on what they would like.”
Ann writes: “I have many teacher friends and find they are usually taking their own money to buy things for their classrooms. You can’t go wrong with gift cards and before you say they aren’t personal, any teacher I know would be thrilled with them. Make it personal by writing a note on nice paper saying positive things about them as a teacher. Gift cards can be as simple as ones from the Dollar Store…where any teacher I know love to shop.”
MJ writes: “I give a gift card to a local restaurant that also has wonderful catering, so they can either go out to dinner or pick up something to take along to a holiday party or just for dinner at home with their family. We put it in a homemade Christmas card, and they always seem appreciated.”
Sarah writes: “I always appreciated gift cards. But the gifts that meant the most and that I still treasure are the thank you notes that students wrote!”
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Tammy writes: “As a teacher, anything homemade, student photo, cute picture frames. Anything from the heart!”
Teresa writes: “As a teacher that worked with infants to kindergarten, I enjoyed a homemade gift and a note of something that you noticed I’ve helped your child with.”
Marcia writes: “I always like homemade stuff or things made by the student.”
Amanda writes: “The past few years we have made Decorative Clipboards that I have seen the teachers still using. We also have made scarves using the school colors.”
Mindy writes: “I am making my son’s teacher the clipboard from this website, along with a cup holder made from a formula can with pencils glued around it with a ribbon tied to it – it is really cute! I am going to fill the pencil cup with colored pens, highlighters, and stamps – some of the office supplies I have noticed she uses a lot!”
DIY Personalized Clipboard
I have personally made these clipboards for several teachers over the years and they raved about them! I even saw them still using them the next year.
Lykinda writes: “Most teachers supply their own prizes and stickers for classroom management so I used to love those parents that would send up a grab bag of stuff to add to my loot. We also use our own supplies alot of time so a stack of card stock, tied up with a pretty ribbon, rubber stamps, a couple of good pens or a package of cute printed manilla folders would be fun and can usually found at pretty reasonable prices. I hope this helps.”
Eileen writes: “Give a pack of whatever color pens the teacher grades in. Teachers are required to provide their own, so this is a helpful present. Also, every teacher needs file folders, something most teachers are also required to buy on their own. I know I would love to get this from my students!”
Mollie writes: “As a former preschool teacher, and current religious education teacher – both positions required I purchase my own supplies! I would LOVE a pack of pencils, grading pens, etc. What I give my kids’ teachers is a mug/cuppa full of good tea bags (I buy tea in bulk, then distribute the tea bags amongst multiple gifts – this year everyone is getting Trader Joe’s brand Vanilla Spice tea! SCRUMPTIOUS!) and a gift card to Staples or a local Art Mart.”
Jessica writes: “I used to be an elementary teacher. I had a student give me personalized stickers, once. They were awesome! There were five different kinds and they would have a picture and a sentence that read something to the effect of ‘Mrs. Sheets says Way to Go!’ They were awesome to use on that particular student’s papers. Fun colored pens are highly favored in my book. I didn’t grade in red so I was always looking for easy flowing, bright colored ink pens. “
Dana writes: “Red pens, pencils, or anything office-y. As a teacher, I have to buy a lot of these supplies myself, and I often end up giving students pens and pencils. At this time of year, a replinish the stock basket with tissue, hand sanitizer, peppermints, and pens/pencils would be such a welcome gift. Add a thank you note for something you feel the teacher has done that impacted your child in a positive way. I can guarantee thank you’s!”
Margaret writes: “I am a teacher and my general request when asked is something that can be used in the classroom- new puzzle, art supplies, new book(s)”
Redd writes: “I love getting a handmade card or class supplies. Anything like glue sticks, tissues, wipes are really appreciated.”
Mary writes: “I am a teacher… gel pens, and postcard sized card stock in assorted colors. Also, fun stamps, and ink pads.”
Rachel writes: “One of my most memorable gifts was a plate (I think from Hallmark.) The parent had all of the students sign it and when I got home I baked it so the ink would stay. It was so nice to remember all of my student’s names and the plate was very cute, too.”
Ashli writes: “I used to be a teacher, and one idea is a special grade appropriate book for the classroom. You can inscribe it with your child’s name and the date to make it more special.”
Lora writes: “When my oldest was in 1st grade, his teacher was notorious for sending home notes on the cutest paper. Sometimes they were encouragements to the kids, sometimes they were important things for parents. I decided that would be a practical gift for her.
I took my Staples Rewards “check” and bought decorative note paper, sticky notes, an assortment of colored pens (she used those too) and she just went on and ON about how USEFUL the gift was. (And consumable too, thereby eliminating clutter.) After that Christmas, I shopped throughout the year buying note paper on clearance after each particular season so the 2nd grade teacher had fun paper for each season! Frugal, useful, consumable…can’t get any better than that!”
Ashley writes: “I am a teacher and this is what I would really prefer for a gift: Monogrammed stationary… all teachers want/need that!”
Melinda writes: “As a former teacher – handmade/homemade was nice. And consumable is nice. Homemade treats with a handwritten, heartfelt note is great. I also really like the nice paper suggestion and the movie certificate. Perhaps a gift card to a book store or a local restaurant/fast food place. Whatever you do, a short note showing appreciation is the best gift ever.”
Marne writes: “Sticky notes! As a teacher I can never have enough. I had a parent personalize them with my initials. Dollar Tree also has tons of “teacher” items. A couple of these in a bag would make my holiday.”
Nicole writes: “One of my favorite gifts I ever received was a beautiful basket filled with unusual desk supplies like an interesting stapler, a box of colored staples, a few stamps, colored jumbo paper clips, etc. They’re items I use everyday; they were just more fun. A nice card expressing your appreciation is always a bonus also.”
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These cute little paper clips are SO easy to make! Pick up some large colored paper clips, attach mini ribbons and tie in bows, or super glue charms or mini flowers to the tip. (if gluing charms or flowers, you can also glue on a tiny square of felt to the back side to secure even more) Simple and so cute!
Christmas Ornaments for Teachers
Elisa writes: “As a teacher I love getting ornaments!”
Diana writes: “This OLD teacher loves ornaments! I write their name and year on them and I have a tree every year that is filled with my students ornaments.”
Christi writes: “I have been a teacher for many years and my favorite gifts have always been Christmas tree ornaments. Especially the ones that have something to do with being a special teacher and I have always put the child’s name on the back and the year I recieved them. Every Christmas I put those ornaments on the tree and remember those children. My other suggestion is a special bracelet. I recieved one from a student with a guardian angel. He said it would watch over me when he was no longer there. I still cherish it. Hope these help “
Heather writes: “My parents were both teachers. They have So many ornaments still that were from their students. Even now that they are retired they still hang them. Especially the hand made ones.”
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Natalie writes: “I taught 15 years and my favorite gifts were always ornaments. The child’s name and year were usually on the back. I get them out every year and smile. Now that I have kids of my own that is what I give every year….an ornament and a handwritten card. I still have every single card or note given to me. They were priceless on a ‘bad’ day. Don’t forget the teachers other than homeroom like music, art, PE…they’d love to hear from you, too.”
Becky writes: “We always buy an ornament and have the teacher’s name put on it. All of the teachers have loved them so far. We have also purchased them for the tutor and bus drivers as well.”
Edible Teacher Gifts
Brandi writes: “I’m a teacher. I love anything consumable.”
Michelle writes: “The last 2 years my son noticed things his teacher liked. In first grade it was “anything lemon”, we had so much fun coming up with a “lemon” theme gift basket – candy, tea, soap, lotion, etc, etc. In second grade she drank coffee all day long – so we did a coffee theme basket. This year he noticed his teacher loves M&M’s, so we are doing that! We enjoy doing that and the teachers both LOVED them and talked about them for a long time!”
Ashli writes: “I used to be a teacher and I am currently a parent, so here are my thoughts: No knickknacks. After teaching for several years I had a lifetime supply. Same with coffee mugs. What I would suggest is something that can be used up (food, candy, etc).”
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Jaime writes: “I’ve had a parent in the past who would randomly pick up breakfast and/or soda and deliver it to me in the morning. It was the greatest start to my day.”
Bridget writes: “Most of us teachers don’t have a very long lunch hour, and in my case, not long enough to leave for lunch out somewhere and then get back in time. Get your teacher’s lunch order from her, go get it, and then deliver it to her. Many times it’s these simple gestures that make our days much easier!”
Erika writes: “Last year we received lunch boxes filled with goodies for teacher appreciation day. It was amazing! They filled the lunch boxes with fruits, candies, cookies, note pads and pens.”
Bev writes: “I’m a teacher and while I appreciate all of the gifts I get, I love the ones that are just for me and not my classroom! Get them something that they have to spend on themselves! If you get them a Target gift card, they will most likely get school supplies, if you get them a Starbucks gift card then they will get themselves something! Or bring in doughnuts to share with the staff!”
Evelyn writes: “We buy Hershey’s Hugs and Kisses. Then, buy measuring cups (the ones that are individually sized with handles). We fill them with the candy and attach cards we print on our computer that say: A scoopful of hugs and kisses to say thank you for being my teacher.”
Amanda writes: “I do Gifts in a Jar, usually a soup mix, and because of EVERYONE’s random dietary restrictions, I try to make the soup mix vegan and give directions that it can be made with veggie or chicken broth, and chunks of meat may be added, if desired, or fresh veggies. It’s a crowd pleaser! I do a rice/lentil/pea soup mix and I get requests for it every year!”
Amber writes: “I make the cutest little snowman hot chocolate stirrers
& place them in a mug with a packet of hot chocolate. Use 3 jet puffed marshmallows & put them on a lollipop stick dip in white chocolate add a face with icing or melted chocolate. Makes a great gift!!”
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Kristen writes: “I buy locally brewed coffee, maple syrup and pancake mix and a gift card to our local independent bookstore for the main teacher. And then gives pound of coffee to the administrators and specials teachers. I figure if they don’t like coffee, it’s easy enough to find someone who does.”
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Britt writes: “We used to get our teachers a box of 3 piece Godiva truffles. I know they really liked them but if that is too much money you could make cookies and decorate them. Cut them out in different shapes and your kids could even personalize them with the teachers name. You can have them write out a special note to the teachers to go with them. Wrap them up with special plates and wraps.”
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Jennifer writes: “I start looking for Teacher Gifts in the Summer. I found Stanley Thermoses for $7 (before the brand was popular) and I paired them with hot cocoa and put it all in a wine gift bag. I’ve witnessed two of the teachers using the mugs years later.”
Cheryl writes: “I used to bake cookies. Put 6 of 2 different cookies and some flavored hot chocolates in a gift bag . Worked well when they had lots of teachers like for art and music and gym, etc.”
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Bridget writes: “I make a small loaf of French bread. Put that in a basket with a small bottle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a small baggie with dipping seasoning.”
Denise writes: “I used to bake them a loaf of bread and sometimes add in a cute Christmas ornament.”
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Susie writes: “I did a popcorn gift basket a couple times…I got a big plastic popcorn bucket from the Dollar Tree, filled the bottom with shredded paper and added 2-3 bags of microwave popcorn, a couple bottles of water, 4-5 movie size boxes of candy, and a Netflix gift certificate which you can print at home. Wrap in cello with a big bow, and voila! Another smaller gift I’ve done was a small gift bag filled with hand sanitizer, lotion, pencils and post it notes.”
Dawn writes: “This year I did a them gift. I bought ceramic bowls from Walmart and filled it with a nice jar with popcorn (unpopped) and a gift card and some carbonated juice drinks to enjoy a movie night at home. I spent less that $20 but it was loved!!!”
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Ashlie writes: “We make brownies and give them with real coke in the coke glass bottles…done it for years and they always love it!”
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Brigitte writes: “I do not ever expect anything from my high school students. I have gotten gift cards, the best are handwritten notes. I’ve gotten painted pictures (I have very art driven students), honey for my tea, coffee, mugs chocolate. The best gifts are always student made.”
Heidi writes: “As a fellow teacher (and a mom of 3 in the elementary grades, too), save your money and give the gift of time. Volunteer to come in and serve lunch duty or recess duty for that teacher (as long as your school allows that – you may want to check first).
Lori writes: “I got a great personalized bag. It says Ms Lori. It got a ruler and apples on it. I’m retired and still use it. I have a snow globe and wind up Christmas musicical decoration. I love them.”
Crystal writes: “I saw a cute idea where the teacher asked all the parents to get a copy of their child’s favorite book to donate to the classroom library.”
Cynthia writes: “How about a teacher themed painted flower pot filled with extra pens/pencils, markers, note pads etc. you could even add a packet of forget-me-not seeds so that when the supplies are used up they could choose to refill it or put a plant in it.”
Fingerprint Flower Pot
Amanda writes: “Does your teacher like to garden? Maybe you could get her a garden pail packed full of planting goodies. I would say the most cherished gift I ever gave a teacher was a personalized plate with her picture surrounded by all of the kids pictures. It had her class name on it also. Hope this helps.”
Angela writes: “Every year I make homemade simmering potpourri for the teachers. I dry my own apples and oranges. It looks so nice and smells fantastic when simmering.”
DIY Cinnamon Simmer Pot
Bridget writes: “Bath and Body Works almost always has little bottles of hand sanitizer or lotions on sale. I like to give people a mixture of things. I.E. hot cocoa, hot cider, etc. then since these are teachers, add some stickers and pens or markers. Something for the personal side and work side. They will appreciate it.”
Tara writes: “I give some nice hand soap and lotion (usually Bath and Body Works) and a coffee gift card.”
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Sarah writes: “As a former teacher, Bath and Body Works type stuff is best.”
Shell writes: “Bath and Body Works Candles”
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Brooke writes: “I always made homemade candles and soaps for my teachers. They were really cheap and easy.”
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Jessica writes: “I used to be an elementary teacher. Hand lotion is great because you wash your hands a lot at school (pay attention if they have fragrance issues, though). Lip balm is great for all of those recess duties in the winter months.”
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Marlaina writes: “Just some thoughts. You could get a basket, and put some hand towels, candles and bubble bath in it. Another idea is a nice coffee mug with a pound of coffee.”
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Heather writes: “One year, I made heat-up rice bags from cute animal socks.”
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Tanya writes: “I am a teacher and my favorite gifts have always been those that had nothing to do with teaching (i.e. apples) One year I got flip flops and a beach towel. OH and you can not go wrong with a cute tote bag. Teachers LOVE tote bags! One year I received a movie pack.. it was a basket with popcorn, cokes, and a gift card. I loved that one!”
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Jessica writes: “Cute idea for you classroom”
Tonya writes: “My son’s teachers loved prefilled bird feeders and bird suets.”
Jennifer writes: “For a teacher gift, we put Hershey’s kisses and a bottle of red nail polish in a clear bag, and tied it with a ribbon.”
Lisa writes: “We gave them pointesttas this year. Nice for home or classroom.”
Jenn writes: “Teachers are always washing their hands, so some kind of hand scrub that will keep their hands soft during the cold winter days, and an at home manicure set. You could also include a nice lotion.”
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Phalyn writes: “I plan on giving the glass marble magnets featured on this site”
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Carissa writes: “I am making the coasters from this website. For my son’s teacher, I am using pictures of musical instruments since that was her 1st major in college before she majored in elementary education. I am also making them for his bus driver. I took pictures of the bus from all abstract angles.”
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Amy writes: “Hi all, as a 10+ year teacher, I can say that there are a few things that really make my day. Anytime I get a handwritten note from a kid (I now teach middle school) and/or her family, that is perfect.
When it comes to practical gifts, gift cards are an amazing surprise. Even when it’s only $5, it means a few little classroom essentials, or some much-appreciated cups of coffee.
As much as I loved all the mugs, ornaments, and apple-themed gifts I’ve received, I don’t always use them, and if I do, the kids don’t always see them– and I don’t like for one of my girls to wonder why I use another mug that was a gift and not hers; there’s nothing worse than feeling your gift was not appreciated. Bottom line– give something that shows that you appreciate this person who nurtures and cares for your child, and it won’t matter what it is”
Susie writes: “This post has brought back so many memories. One of the gifts I distinctly remember and every time I see this student she and I have a good chuckle about it. She was a fifth grader and she gave me an 8 x 10 framed school picture of herself.”
Barbara writes: “How about volunteering your time to help her in her classroom. I have a friend, who is a 1st grade teacher. She’s so appreciative when I swing by and help her out – give her coupons so she can request you for an hour or so whenever she needs it.”
And finally… Wendy writes: “I usually email this to the teacher at the beginning of the school year and that way we are able to purchase things the teacher actually likes or if the kids decide they want to make a basket, they choose different things to make the basket!
ALL ABOUT ME QUESTIONS FOR TEACHERS
- My favorite kind of Chocolate is:
- My favorite kind of candy (non-chocolate) is:
- My favorite snack is:
- My favorite dessert is:
- My favorite soup is:
- I like breads, bagels, muffins, etc (list those that apply):
- I like to bake – Yes or No:
- I like to cook – Yes or No:
- My favorite fast food restaurant is:
- My favorite family restaurant is:
- I like BBQ, Chinese, Mexican, Italian, Home Style cuisines (list all that apply):
- My favorite drink is tea, coffee, pop (x brand), other:
- I collect:
- I really don’t “collect” but decorate with a lot with: (example: pillows, area rugs, blankets, candles, mugs, etc)
- I like to wear silver, gold, other:
- I have pierced ears – Yes or No. I like post, dangle, hoop earrings, etc:
- I like to wear necklaces (long, choker, other) bracelets, rings, pins (and what kind – antique, modern, vintage, etc):
- If I were to pick a scent for a candle it would be:
- It would NOT be:
- The movie I would like to own on DVD is:
- I like potted plants – Yes or No:
- I like fresh flowers – Yes or No:
- I like to garden – Yes or No:
- The crafts I like to do are: knit, crochet, quilt, cross stitch, embroider, scrapbook, cards, paint, etc (list all that apply):
- Little things I aways buy but would not put on a gift list: (examples: tea lites, note pads, cute pens, small containers/boxes, votive candles, gum)”
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Frugal Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List!
From unique birthday gifts to hilarious stocking stuffers, and sweet keepsakes to romantic surprise gifts, there’s something fun for everyone! Finding the perfect gift has never been so fun!
I’ve included creative ideas for Dad, Boyfriends, Kids, Teen Girls, Teen Boys, Grandpa, Grandma, Teachers, Coworkers, Foodies, Coffee Lovers, Dogs and more!
So do you have any favorite creative Teacher Gift Ideas?
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