101 great teacher appreciation gifts
When you want to show your child̵7;s teacher a little extra love, teacher appreciation gifts can be just the ticket. Whether you go big or small, giving your kid̵7;s teacher a homemade or store-bought token of appreciation is a great way to show your thanks.
When thinking about the type of gift to give to your child̵7;s teacher, think small and thoughtful, says Laurie Reis, the co-creator of Two Sisters Crafting.
̶0;Something that is personal is nice, such as a little note or craft,̶1; she says. ̶0;But then include something a little more substantial, such as a gift card, to say thank you for all you do for our kid during the year.̶1;
Personalized gifts go a long way. Caitlin Conway Torelli is a high school teacher for severe special education students in Wakefield, Massachusetts. She says the favorite gift she̵7;s ever received from a student was a personalized pot with a plant.
̶0;Things that are personal and not necessarily school-related really mean an incredible amount to me,̶1; she says.
Most importantly, Reis says, try to keep it simple.
̶0;Make it look pretty with glitter and crayons,̶1; she says. ̶0;And remember, you can do a lot with a hot glue gun!̶1;
Whether your child creates the gift on her own, gets some help from you or you just decide to venture out to your local store and pick something up, this list has you covered with ideas spanning all personalities and interests. So take a peek and see what you can do to make your child̵7;s teacher smile before she packs up for summer vacation.
Do-it-yourself teacher appreciation gifts
1. Crayon candy dish from Two Sisters Crafting
2. Pencil bouquet from Whipperberry
3. Handmade bookmarks from Skip to My Lou
4. Berry sweet strawberry shortcake from Giggle Galore
5. Personalized calculator from Positively Splendid
6. Teacher appreciation candy jars from Bloom Designs
7. Crafty card from Kori Clark
8. DIY desk picture frames from The Country Chic Cottage
9. Paper and book holder from HomeMadeville
10. Paint dipped bud vases from Whipperberry
11. Potted plant gift from Bren Did
12. Treat jar toppers from Eighteen25
13. Travel cup with thank you flag topper from Lisa Storms
14. ̶0;Apple̶1; pretzel bites from Two Sisters Crafting
15. Chalkboard calendar block from My Repurposed Life
16. Teacher pencil sign by Inspirational Mama
17. DIY canvas bag from HomeMadeville
18. ABC flower vase from Giggles Galore
19. Teacher gift bag from Lisa Storms
20. Popsicle stick bracelets from The Graphics Fairy
21. Crayon wreath from Fancy Frugal Life
22. Teacher magnets from Organize and Decorate Everything
23. Monogrammed mugs from Design Mom
24. Stenciled pencil holder from The Crafted Life
25. Leather earrings from Cupcakes and Crinoline
26. Cupcake liner flower pencils from Dollar Store Crafts
27. DIY gardening gift from Skip to My Lou
28. Homemade lavender spray from Meatloaf and Melodrama
29. Homemade bath bombs from Club Chica Circle
30. Cut paper art from Suzy̵7;s Artsy Craftsy Sitcom
31. Teacher gift mason jars by Mason Jar Crafts
32. Pencil gumball tubes from Bloom Designs
33. Candy bar wrappers from Skip to My Lou
34. Thumbprint class photo from C.R.A.F.T.
35. Watch teacher gift from The Crafting Chicks
36. Personalized hand sanitizer bottles by Frugal Upstate
37. Crochet coffee cozy from One Artsy Mama
38. Dry erase board from Creative Green Living
39. Personalized pencil drink sleeve from Crafty Staci
40. Personalized teacher tote from Finding Pins and Needles
41. Homemade lavender bath salts from Wellness Mama
42. Colorful washi tape clipboard from Craftaholics Anonymous
43. Gift card candy lei from Whipperberry
44. Tea wreath from The Girl Creative
45. Apple cereal treats from Nothing But Country
46. Personalized teacher ornament from Bee-ing Mommy
47. Personalized soap from Design Mom
48. Gift card in a flower pot from The Country Chic Cottage
49. Teacher appreciation kisses from Bloom Designs
50. Superpower gift from Just Another Day in Paradise
Teacher appreciation gifts to buy
51. Flowers
52. Scarf
53. Simple jewelry
54. Packaged coffee or tea
55. Bulletin board decor items
56. Office supplies
57. Perfume or cologne
58. Body lotions
59. Personalized name plaque
60. Reusable travel mug
61. Movie passes
62. Classroom timer
63. Wine
64. Restaurant gift cards
65. Key chain
66. Candles
67. Tote bag
68. School spirit wear
69. Classroom cleaning supplies
70. Picture frame
71. Books
72. Local sports team memorabilia
73. Magazine subscription
74. Coasters
75. Games for the classroom
76. Vegetable or herb starter plants
77. Desk calendar
78. A personalized water bottle
79. Pass to an amusement park
80. A picnic set
81. Beach chair or towel
82. Nail polish
83. Personalized bath robe
84. Supplies for a classroom pet
85. Bath salts
86. Slippers
87. Donate to a charity in their name
88. A pretty notebook
89. Pass to a local museum
90. Air fresheners
91. Wall clock
92. Hand sanitizer
93. DVDs (for use in school or a teacher̵7;s favorite movie)
94. Desk organizer
95. iTunes gift card
96. USB flash drive
97. Healthy nonperishable snacks
98. A potted plant
99. Organic soaps
100. Piggy bank
101. Throw blanket
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