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10 Practical Thank You Gift Ideas for Teachers

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It’s that time of year again! The school year is coming to an end. And although it can be a busy season, it’s important to remember to say thank you to your children’s teachers before summer vacation begins.

After all, teaching is an extremely under-appreciated leadership position in our society. So show your kids’ teachers that they are valued by you and your family by giving them thoughtful and creative gifts.

Feeling uninspired or pressed for time? No problem.

Keep reading for 10 awesome ideas for thank you gifts for teachers. Let’s get started!

1. Sweet Treats

Show your kids’ teachers how sweet you can be by giving the gift of treats. Whether this means baking some goods at home or making a gift basket of assorted candies, whatever you have time for will be appreciated. Pair the sweets with some gourmet coffee, teas, or hot cocoa mix for an added flair.

2. Wine Not?

If you think that the teachers in your life would appreciate a bottle of wine, go for it! In fact, there are tons of cute ways you can personalize this gift.

From charms you can put around the bottleneck, to personalized wine glasses, to even personalized bottle labels, get creative. Especially if you suspect that your child may be the reason they enjoy a glass of wine when they get home. Adding a little humor to your teachers’ gifts never hurt!

3. Get Personal

Have you ever picked up on any of your kids’ teachers’ interests? Have your children ever mentioned any of their favorite things?

If you’ve noticed any of their passions advertised around their classroom during your parent-teacher conferences, let them shine in the gift which you select. For example, if they share their love of books with your children, give them a gift that’s catered toward book lovers.

Or if they often speak of their beloved cat to their classroom, make them a gift basket for their feline friend. Not only will they enjoy a personalized gift more than a generic one, they will also appreciate you taking the time to notice their interests.

4. Tickets for Two

Tickets are super quick and easy thank you gifts for teachers. After all, a gift doesn’t need to be a physical object.

Give the gift of an experience to your kids’ teachers to outshine the rest. Whether it’s movie tickets or tickets to the newest theater show in town, be sure to grab them an extra so that they can bring a date or friend along.

5. Gift Cards

If you’re interested in purchasing thank you gifts for teachers which give them the freedom of choice, look into gift cards. You could get a card for music, a restaurant, or even just a general, prepaid credit card gift card.

This present will eliminate stress if you aren’t sure exactly what they would enjoy. Because this way, they can choose for themselves!

6. Donate on Their Behalf

Are your kids’ teachers passionate about certain social issues or benevolent causes? Show them that you care by donating to a charity on their behalf.

It’s no wonder that many of our nation’s teachers care about making the world a better place for future generations. So, find out what issues are nearest and dearest to their hearts and make a contribution in their name.

7. Creative Supplies

Teachers’ supplies can be pretty boring. That’s why creative, jazzy supplies make such great thank you gifts for teachers!

Pick up some colorful clipboards, staplers, and other items that you know your kids’ teachers use daily to brighten up their routine.

Not to mention, teachers often have to pay for their own classroom supplies. So they will surely be thankful for items like post-its, magnets, pens and pencils, disinfecting wipes, and file folders. And, of course, the more fun they are- the better!

8. Mason Jar Gifts

If you haven’t noticed, mason jars are all the rage these days. Not only do they make a super cute vessel for any number of gift items, they can also be re-used in a variety of ways. They’re the gift that keeps on giving!

Fill a mason jar with cookie mix ingredients for a fun, easy at-home recipe. Or, use one as a modern-looking vase and fill it with flowers. Buy in bulk, and make a quick and easy mason jar gift for every teacher on your list.

9. Spa Day in a Basket

Nurturing and developing the minds of our world’s future can be downright stressful. For this reason, spa baskets make excellent thank you gifts for teachers.

And they’re easy to make, too. All it takes is a nice scrub, some candles, a face mask, some herbal teas, some bubble bath, and whatever else you think your kids’ favorite teachers would enjoy.

10. Use a Little Helper

The best and most appreciated gifts are the ones from the heart. Thankfully, you have the kindest and sweetest hearts around at your disposal- your children.

Enlist the help of your kids to create a personal gift for their teachers. You could write and illustrate a book together about how great of a teacher they are, draw and frame a picture, or record a thank-you video.

And, who knows, your kids may think of a super creative idea that you could never have thought of on your own! Plus, asking your children to help will teach them to appreciate those in their life who help them to learn and grow.

You Can’t Go Wrong with These Thank You Gifts for Teachers!

As you can see, there’s no reason to feel stressed or stumped when it comes to thinking of easy, thoughtful, and creative thank you gifts for teachers. And no matter how much or little you can do for them, they will surely appreciate the thought and effort.

After all, they are around your children 180 days per year! An acknowledgment of the time they spend with your kids will mean the world to them.

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