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Your Teachers' Class Supplies Are Incomplete Without This Personalized Stamp That Looks Just Like Them
Whether you're looking for a teacher gift for the holidays or those end-of-year celebrations, we all know teachers deserve something great. And yet, when you ask them what they want, they're likely to deflect and say something like meaningful thank-you notes from their students are all that's necessary.
And while it's always good for kids to get practice putting their appreciation into writing, either through a personalized card or Kudoboard (a site that allows everyone in the class to upload a picture, video, GIF or note and then delivers it all in one package), we know that teachers have earned more than that. You could, of course, add a gift card to the note. That's one way of assuring that a teacher can get whatever they want or need most. Or, you can look to popular gifts for women and clever presents for men.
But if none of those options fit the bill, and you still need a little something, these are the best gifts for teachers from students in 2022. From small tokens of appreciation to bigger personalized options the whole class can chip in for, these are the gifts that are certain to make the teachers in your lives very happy.
One last option is to make a personal or class donation to DonorsChoose. On that site, teachers let parents know about specific projects they want funded — things like a new classroom library, a collection of STEM materials or flexible seating options — and parents can contribute directly to those projects, and feel good knowing exactly where their money went. But if they don't have their DonorsChoose projects set up, these are great teacher-gift options (and you might want to bookmark and come back when Teacher Appreciation Week, the end of the year or graduation time rolls around).
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1) Teacher Stamp
PinkPueblo
etsy.com
$26.99
Give your teacher a one-of-a-kind gift they know was created just for them! You can choose the illustration's hairstyle, and add accessories like glasses, ties or facial hair. You can even tweak the text, if you'd rather have it say something like, "From the Desk of Mr. Williams."
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2) Garden Party Tackle Box
Rifle Paper Co.
amazon.com
$34.00
This beautiful desk set has everything they need to keep their supplies organized. It comes with pencils, push pins, binder clips, paper clips, magnets, a tear-off notepad, and an eraser — and, by this point in the year, they probably need the supply refresh!
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3) Why You're the Best Teacher Ever Book
Knock Knock
amazon.com
$5.38
This journal's simple prompts make it easy for any student to express what they love most about their favorite teacher — the constant support and inspiring lessons, to name a few. You can also make it a class gift and have every student fill out a page.
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4) Personalized Starbucks Tumblr
keepingitcraftyyshop
etsy.com
$18.99
If your favorite teacher is an iced coffee lover (or a fan of any cold drink, really), you can't go wrong with this reusable, venti-sized Starbucks cold-coffee cup that comes with a personalized decal. You can also go for the hot version.
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5) Teacher Trucker Hat
SteelDustDesigns
etsy.com
$15.00
Who wouldn't want a hat that calls them " a multi-tasking educational rockstar?" This hat boasts a distressed look, with a frayed bill, and it has a fabric strap with hook and loop closure for sizing.
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6) Teacher Life: A Snarky Chalkboard Coloring Book
Papeterie Bleu
amazon.com
$5.99
Grab this for the funny teacher who always colors outside the lines. Its snarky humor says "I feel you" after a long semester.
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7) Hoya Heart
The Sill
thesill.com
$34.00
The class can show how much they love their teacher with this heart-shaped Hoya Kerrii plant. It'll look striking on any teacher's desk, but it's extra thematic for a STEM teacher.
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8) "Thank You Teacher" Scented Candle Gift
Lindsay Lucas Candles
etsy.com
$10.00
It'd be hard for any teacher not to be moved by the quote on this candle. As an added bonus, there's a selection of more than 50 fragrances to choose from, and it comes in three sizes.
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9) Customized Teacher Shirt
TheShirtLounge
etsy.com
$12.99
If the kids have a larger-than-life teacher, give the gift of this shirt, which lets teachers proudly proclaim their legendary status. Or, if this slogan doesn't fit the bill, you can write your own.
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10) Elephant Desk Organizer
COOLBROS
amazon.com
$9.99
This cute elephant will hold their pens and their phone, for some much-needed desktop organization. There are three different designs to choose from.
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11) Teacher Appreciation Potholder Set
ROYourBoatCreations
etsy.com
$10.99
This is a sweet little gift for a teacher who likes to bake. The set comes with the potholder (in red or black), the spatula and your choice of baking mix.
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12) Zippered Tote Bag
Simply Custom Life
amazon.com
$26.99
With a zippered pouch mesh pockets on the front for essentials, this tote has room for everything Teach needs to bring to and from class. It comes in several colors, and you can add in an optional interior organizer with even more pockets. To make it a great group gift from the whole class, fill it with sorely needed supplies like school glue, crayons and sanitizing wipes, which teachers often pay for out-of-pocket.
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13) F in Exams
Uncommon Goods
uncommongoods.com
$8.50
Richard Benson has seen it all when it comes to test answers, but the witty lines in this book will show him he's not the only one with, um, thoughtful students. The off-the-wall answers here will have your teacher in stitches.
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14) Live Bonsai Tree
Brussel's Bonsai
amazon.com
$21.50
Yes, you can order live plants from Amazon! Wouldn't adding a little greenery be such a nice thing for a teacher's desk? (Note: the types of plants in stock are subject to seasonal availability.)
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15) Things My Students Said Journal
KennieBStyles Journals
amazon.com
$8.99
Students are going to say some bonkers things over the years. This journal gives your child's teacher a place to write them all down, so they can remember the corkers for years to come. You never know which of your child's quotes might make it in there!
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16) Wireless Charging Station
Tinetton
amazon.com
$31.15
With so many devices to charge, it's hard to keep them all straight. With this charging station, a teacher can power up a phone, earbuds and a smartwatch all at once.
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17) Pencil Bath Bomb
yourstrulyjaden
etsy.com
$7.95
No more pencils, no more books ... once your teacher dissolves this pencil-shaped bath bomb and settles in for a nice, soothing soak. The fragrance is citrus and lavender.
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18) Champagne Bears Cube
Sugarfina
neimanmarcus.com
$22.00
You might think sending over a big bottle of booze is inappropriate, but you can probably get away with sending in these Champagne gummy bears, which are made with Dom Pérignon. There are two flavors of bears in each package: Brut and rosé, though you can also get strawberry Champagne bears.
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19) Library Card Socks
Uncommon Goods
uncommongoods.com
$12.00
Don't forget your favorite school librarian! These cozy socks are great for weekends spent relaxing with a good book.
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20) Teacher's Desk Custom Stationery
Minted
minted.com
$50.00
This personalized stationery pairs fun lettering with a cute illustration, so it'll actually feel nice to get a note home from the teacher ... maybe.
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21) Custom Pencil Set
DiosDesigns
etsy.com
$5.72
With your teacher's name clearly printed on the pencil, there's less of a chance that a student will forget to return these after "borrowing" them. You get up to 256 characters, and you can choose the pencil colors.
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22) Custom Stamped Teacher Keychain
JazzhandsSupply
etsy.com
$11.49
For a small token of appreciation, this keychain has everything it takes to commemorate the year. Each one comes with a ruler charm, an apple charm, a lucky penny (you can get a heart stamped around the year or not) and a custom stamped stainless steel disc with the teacher's name. All they need to do is add keys.
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23) Old Books Candle
ForageCandle
etsy.com
$9.00
For an English teacher or a bookworm, you can get a candle that smells like a library with aromas of cedarwood, leather and papyrus, among others. This shop also has candles in scents named Reading by the Fire or Lost in the Stacks.
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24) Apple Enamel Pin
StudioInktvis
etsy.com
$9.95
Now your most-loved teacher can wear their pride for their profession on their sleeve — literally. This pin comes in one of four colors, and it looks great affixed to a well-loved tote bag.
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25) Stationery Set
RIFLE PAPER CO.
amazon.com
$25.00
It's a long way until spring and summer, but you can get your teacher thinking about those seasons with this flowery note card set. This comes with 12 blank, flat note cards with floral designs, along with matching envelopes.
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26) Living My Best Life Post-It Notes
Effie's Paper
effiespaper.com
$5.00
Fun school supplies just make the whole day better. With these sticky notes, little reminders and to-dos take on a more positive cast.
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27) Dear Teacher
HarperCollins
braveandkindbooks.com
$18.99
If your student is having trouble putting their gratitude into words, this book can help them find just what to say. It's filled with gratitude for teachers, saying things like, "You inspire me to inspire others."
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28) Lunch Bag
BALORAY
amazon.com
$10.99
Upgrade those brown-bag meals to something with a little more style. This is just the right size to bring a packed lunch, and the insulation inside keeps food cool or hot for four hours. It also comes in loads of different patterns.
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29) Winter Candy Apple Mini Gift Set
Bath & Body Works
bathandbodyworks.com
$14.95
If you don't have time to put together a gift set yourself, Bath & Body Works can do it for you. This one comes in a bag with an apple design and a note that says, "You're the best of the bunch." Inside, there's body lotion, fragrance mist and — a must-have for teachers — a PocketBac hand sanitizer, all in the sweet Winter Candy Apple scent.
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30) Pop Fidget Pencil Case
TRICIA
amazon.com
$8.99
Teachers are not immune to the mesmerizing, de-stressing act of popping those little plastic pop-fidget bubbles. Not only does this one offer five rows of bubbles to pop, it also holds pencils and pens! In addition to rainbow, it comes in other cool color combos.
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31) Thermal Laminator
Scotch
amazon.com
$29.99
With a personal laminating machine, a creative teacher can give their classroom loads of extra pizzazz with laminated photos, wipe-off calendars and worksheets and protected class projects. Just be sure to include laminating sheets!
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32) Natural Leather Bookmark
KingsleyLeather
etsy.com
$24.08
Make your teacher feel like they have a real, fancy home library with this upscale leather bookmark — it slips so easily into a homemade card.
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33) Airpod Case/Micro Bag
F&W Style
fwstyle.com
Give your teacher an AirPod case so chic, it looks like its own little purse. It has a keychain and a removable shoulder strap, it's made with genuine pebble-grain leather, and it comes in five colors.
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34) Glass Water Bottle
W&P
amazon.com
$27.99
Give your teacher a break from stainless steel tumblers with this glass water bottle. The Good Housekeeping Institute testers liked that it had a wide mouth for easy drinking (and for adding ice), and the silicone outside makes it easy to grip.
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35) 2023 Planner
ban.do
bando.com
$27.95
Get their year off to a groovy start with this 12-month 2023 planner. It comes in two designs, this mod one and one that says "Progress Not Perfection.," and it's the perfect place to keep all their important dates.
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36) Crayon Wreath
TaylorColorCreations
etsy.com
$55.00
This colorful wreath guarantees a dramatic entrance. The chalkboard center makes it easy to personalize, but can also be erased and re-written with a chalk pen if the teacher wants to switch it up mid-year.
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37) Canvas Pouch
Yes Studio
amazon.com
$22.50
All teachers are, to some degree, winging it when they get up in front of a classroom. Your child's teacher can do things on the fly with a little more organization thanks to this zippered pouch, which can be used as a pencil case, desk organizer or change purse.
Yes Studio - 39/40
38) Educator Notebook
CopperandBrassPaper
etsy.com
$10.00
Teachers need a place where they can keep their notes, thoughts and lesson plans. This notebook is perfectly sized for a tote or backpack, and it proudly displays their teacher status on the cover.
CopperandBrassPaper - 40/40
39) LED Desk Lamp
Prevention by OttLite
amazon.com
$56.99
This LED desk lamp toggles between three brightness levels, ClearSun natural daylight, bright white, and warm light, which aim to prevent eye strain — a book when Teach has a big stack of papers to grade. In addition, it has a wireless charging base that can charge Qi-compatible phones, smartwatches and tablets. All these feature and more helped it earn the Good Housekeeping Seal.
Prevention by OttLite
