Gift Ideas That Make the Grade: 45 Presents Teachers Will Love
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It’s not just time to give all the other folks on your list fantastic holiday presents; it’s also time for those famous teacher presents. You’ve got to send your school-aged kiddos off to that last week of school armed with personal, kind gifts for the teachers that have been caring for them all year long. Show your appreciation with gift ideas that make the grade. Explore 45 presents that your little one’s teachers will love and cherish this year.
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A Cute Throw Back Stamp
Does anyone else remember when the Facebook “like” button looked like this? Your kid’s teacher certainly does and they’ll get a kick out of this stamp that lets them show their students some love. They’ll also appreciate that you know how great it is to be gifted a classroom essential for the holidays.
Soft Hands
Whether you’re separating this pack into multiple gift baskets or you’re giving this tin to one teacher in particular, these beautiful hand creams are sure to make your child’s teacher feel appreciated and cared for. The scents are incredible and the cream is lightweight and doesn’t feel oily or heavy.
A Personalized Tote
Create a perfectly personalized gift bag with this monogrammed tote. It’s just the right size for packing away all of the teacher essentials and it has all the room you need to create a beautiful and personal gift that’s filled with all sorts of great teacher goodies. It’s the sort of trendy but useful gift that teachers will love.
A Complete Burt’s Bees Set
This amazing hand repair kit from Burt’s Bees comes with everything you need for a quick, but personal gift that any teacher would appreciate. It’s a little bit of self-care, and we all know how important it is for teachers to take a little bit of time for themselves and practice some important self-care.
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Exchange Notes
It isn’t school if you’re not passing notes, right? And while your kid’s teachers might not be passing notes, they’ll definitely be leaving notes. All over the place. Because that’s what teachers do. From reminders to kind words of affirmation for their students, this set of notepads is just what they need to leave them.
From Your Little Plant
Kids are like plants – they need love, they need support, and they need plenty of food – and teachers are like gardeners – they’re caring for them and encouraging them through their lives. Remind your student’s teacher just how important their work is and thank them at the same time with this adorable plant pot.
A Punny Reminder
You can never go wrong with humor. And this keychain is as funny as it gets. Add this to the beautifully constructed gift basket, or attach it to the thoughtfully written card before handing it over to your kid’s teacher. It’ll serve as a daily reminder that they’re making impressions and changing lives.
Remind Them of Their Favorite Day
You can’t go wrong with a glamorous pair of earrings, and these “Fri-yay” earrings are just the ticket. Their teacher will feel seen and appreciated, but they’ll also have a fun bit of jewelry to wear when she’s having a hard time getting through those tougher weeks. Reminding her she’s only got to make it to “Fri-yay.”
Put a Pen In It
Your gift basket, that is. This set of gel pens writes smoothly and beautifully and comes in all the best and trendiest colors. It’s great for color-coding calendars, grading papers, or just writing up all of their thoughts throughout the day. Add these to the kind card you’ve written, and you’ve got a great, low-key gift.
Put a Smile on Teacher’s Face
Sometimes, it’s hard to be excited about going to work every day, especially when you’ve got to exert a ton of energy to get the kids in your classroom involved with what’s going on. That’s why this sweet sign is such a great gift idea. It helps make those tough days so much easier and gives your kid’s teacher a sweet boost.
Almost As Good As the Spa
This set of shower steamers is a fun way to send the little one’s teacher to the spa without actually sending them to the spa. No need to worry about messing up your budget – these steamers are affordable and come in an assortment of spring botanical scents so there’s something for everyone.
Share and Share Alike
This pack of candles is an awesome option if you’ve got multiple teachers to buy for this year. Coming in just under $26, you can get four candles for what’s oftentimes the price of one. Beautifully scented with relaxing herbs, you’ll be excited to give these out at the end of the year.
Customize It
You can’t go wrong with a bit of personalization, and this sweet sweatshirt is a genius buy for your little one’s teacher. It’s the sort of top that meets dress codes but is also ultra-soft and comfy. It’s a good idea for that teacher you don’t know very well yet, but you still want to get something a little more personal.
A Set of Stamps
If you’ve got younger kids, you already know how much their teachers love stamps, and this set of stamps is a great idea for just that reason. Now, they don’t have to buy their own, and these are far cuter and sweeter than the average teacher stamp, which is a win all the way around.
Hang Out
Teachers have a lot of things to keep up with, but one of the most important things they’ve got to keep track of is their employee badge. If you haven’t noticed, they often do that by keeping them on lanyards. If your kid’s teacher is working with a so-so lanyard, grab them this adorable pencil option to change it up.
Put a Fine Point On It
Sometimes, regular ballpoint or gel pens just won’t do it. That’s why these fine point pens are an awesome buy. Teachers are always happy to add to their assortment of tools, especially when those tools are as cute and colorful and useful as this ultimate set of fine point pens are.
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Take a Day Off
You can’t actually give them extra days off, but with these hilarious socks, you can give them a little something fun to wear on those days. It’s a little reminder for anyone in Teacher’s life that they are officially off-duty and will not be answering school-related questions or helping with any homework.
Hey, Teach
Ah, the good ‘ole days when “teach” was a common thing to call your teacher. Sure, this Pinterest-ready shirt is probably referencing the act of, but it’s funny to imagine it’s a shirt that gives them a witty label instead. It comes in a variety of fun colors and patterns, so you can find one that’s just right for your “teach”.
Remind Them They’re Super
Being a teacher is almost like being a superhero. They do so much all the time, caring for students during school and outside of school hours, teaching your students even when it’s hard, working to create incredible lesson plans. This stainless steel tumbler is designed to remind them just how “super” you think they are.
A Sign for Safety
If your kid’s teacher has created a wonderful, safe space for all of their students, this hanging banner is a beautiful way to let them know you notice and appreciate all of the work they’ve done. Gift it to them so they can be sure that every student who comes through their class in the future knows just what sort of space they’re entering.
The Weight of the World Is on Their Shoulders
We all know that teachers have a lot going on throughout the day, and they often feel like they’ve got the weight of the world on their shoulders. Luckily, this heating pad was designed to rest across those burdened shoulders to offer your student’s teacher some much-deserved tension relief.
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It’s Time to Dish
Create a beautiful and meaningful gift basket for your kid’s teacher and add this beautiful dish to it for a little touch of home decor. It’s a great place for them to set jewelry or drop their spare change at the end of the night. Or even an in-class place to set their odds and ends like paperclips and rubberbands.
The Ultimate Appreciation Bag
A tote bag is never a bad idea – teachers have so much stuff they’ve got to lug around with them day after day. Grab your teacher this fun tote this year for a blend of helpful utility and teacher style. Not too small, but just big enough for them to pack away all of their books, planners, and lessons.
A Useful Reminder
How many times a day do teachers use pens? Think about it. Multiple times a day is the correct answer. Which is why these fancy clicky pens are a beautiful option for any teacher in your life. They remind them not only that the work they do is important but also that you see it and appreciate it.
Remind Them Who They Are
A pack of Lifesavers is always a fun idea if you’re looking for something a little low-key and affordable. Grab this pack of twenty, and you’ve got at least two for each teacher. It’s a witty reminder of how much work they do and how incredible and life-changing (or saving) that work can be.
From the Kids
Your kiddo’s teacher is an essential part of the puzzle that is their lives, and this beautiful desk sign reminds them of that. Whether teacher puts this on their desk or brings it home with them, it’s a beautiful piece of decor that’s going to touch their heart and make them smile every time they look at it.
Keep It Clean
Kids are germ factories, there’s no two ways around it, and teachers are on the front lines of those germs. Grab this set of Touchland Power Mist sanitizers and add them to the teacher appreciation bags you’re making to help them stay as clean and germ-free as possible throughout the school year.
A Nivea Set
We all know and love Nivea because Nivea is one of those trusted skincare brands that has lasted over the years. This set has all of the amazing Nivea essentials and makes a perfect, pre-made gift basket that’s ready to go as your teacher appreciation gift, no work necessary.
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Make It a Movie Night
Presents that are about teaching are great, but sometimes it’s a good idea to get teachers something that has nothing to do with their job. This popcorn and toppings set is a great option for a teacher gift that’s going to be appreciated but doesn’t have anything to do with education. Just fun. And snacking.
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It’s In the Bag
There’s no shortage of adorable tote bags in the world, especially not when it comes to teacher appreciation. This tote is plain, simple, but full of meaning, and a great place to stash all of those essentials for work or even just their every day necessities while they’re heading out for a day of errands.
A Taste of Kindness
Snacks are never a bad idea, and this set of salty and sweet is the ultimate snack supply for a hungry teacher. Whether they keep these at their desk for mid-class chowing or they bring it home to share with the family, they’re going to appreciate that you thought about what would really matter most to them – some tasty food.
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A Stunning Set
This trio of hand creams is just what you need to treat a teacher to something a little special. With three amazing scents to choose from, all from the incredible La Chatelaine brand, these are sure to be your little one’s teacher’s go-to for their everyday lotion needs.
It’s Okay to Be a Little Cheesy
But only when it comes to an amazing cheese board. This board and knife set has everything a teacher might need to create a tasty charcuterie board for friends and family or even just for themselves. It’s a great and safe option that pretty much any teacher would be thrilled to recieve.
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It’s Time to Relax
We know teachers don’t get to relax very often, but when they get a chance, they’ve got to grab it. Show your kid’s teacher that you know just how stressful their job can sometimes be with this beautiful relaxing set complete with everything they need to unwind and take a load off.
We All Need Affirmations
It’s always a good idea to send a long a little happiness and positivity, and this set of affirmation cards is a beautiful addition to your teacher gifts this year. Whether you put a card in each teacher’s basket or you gift the set all together, it’s sure to make them feel loved and supported.
Remind Them of Their Favorite Sort of Day
A snow day, of course. Parents might not love them, but teachers are over the moon about them. While you can’t manifest a snow day for them, you can grab them this beautiful snow day-scented candle from Homesick and remind them of the best and happiest days of the year.
Take a Sip
This isn’t the famous tumbler that everyone’s been wild about lately, but it’s pretty dang close, and it’s just as stylish. This Simple Modern tumbler would make an awesome and simple gift for the teacher in your life, reminding them to stay hydrated and healthy no matter how much time they spend talking throughout the day.
The Gift Basket Itself
You can’t create a gift basket without an actual basket, and we’re loving this woven basket because it’s not too big, has sturdy handles, and looks gorgeous and neutral. It’s got plenty of room for packing away all of the teacher gifts you’ve been collecting for your little one’s educators.
A Sweet Treat
This collection of Ferrero Rocher is a premium grab that’s going to impress the heck out of your kid’s teacher and is going to give teacher a sweet little treat they can chow down on between classes or when they get home from a long day of teaching the minds of the future.
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Say It With a Cookie
If you don’t know already, you can grab a personalized cookie from Amazon, and this personalized cookie is our favorite. It’s beautiful, it’s elegant, and it’s a great way to say “thank you” to your child’s teacher in a way that might not be permanent but is definitely tastier than a card.
Better Angels
This Willow Tree angel is a gorgeous gift for any teacher in your life. It’s a great little desk ornament that can remind them every day that you’re thankful for them and you’re wishing all their better angels are looking out for them while they make it through those tougher teaching days.
Sniff It Out
This reed diffuser is a great idea for a teacher because classrooms full of students can get pretty stinky pretty quickly if you’re not careful. Whether they add this to their classroom setup or they bring it home with them, this diffuser offers a bit of a beautiful escape for their olfactory senses.
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Warm It Up
Open flames aren’t just a bad idea in the classroom; they’re also not allowed in lots of them. Luckily, you can grab your kiddo’s teacher this candle warming lamp, and they can get the warm scents of their favorite candles without ever having to strike a match. Plus, it looks beautiful, too.
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A Touch of Charm
This charm bracelet isn’t for every teacher, but if your student is leaving the teacher they’ve had for years, this would make the perfect, heartfelt gift for them. You can even personalize it with either the teacher’s initial or your kiddo’s initial if you want to be sure the teacher always remembers.
A Message A Day
These adorable pill capsules aren’t just cool decor; they’re also full of positive affirmations that make your teacher’s heart smile. Every day, they can pull out a brand new affirmation that’s all about how great they are to help them get through the toughest days of teaching.
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