25 thoughtful gifts for teachers to thank them around the holidays
A fragrant candle
These sophisticated coconut and soy wax candles come in scents ranging from refreshing Canopy (fig, ivy greens, mint) to rich Chandelier (champagne, saffron, leather). The beautiful look, delightful scents, and personalized matchbox make this candle gifting experience special.
A detailed poster of the opening lines from famous novels
English and grammar teachers will appreciate this chart diagramming the opening lines from 25 famous works of fiction. After admiring the partitioned, color-coded picto-grammatical representations, they'll want to read the books all over again.
A portable tea set
Don't just give them the tea infuser. Give them the cups and a handy carrying case, too, so they can enjoy a hot cup at work or at home. The glass teapot has an integrated infuser plus two indentations for easy holding, and the tea cups are double-walled and resistant to high temperatures. All the pieces fit snugly in the eye-catching hardshell case so they can take their favorite tea from home to school and beyond.
A cell phone stand
The simple, sleek, and durable stand is the perfect way to keep their device upright at just the right angle as they work. While it's a no-frills gift, it's undoubtedly practical and useful.
A fun tape dispenser
A cute twist to the traditional, ugly tape dispenser will instantly liven up their desk.
Summer-themed leather luggage stickers
Teachers are just as happy as their students to start summer vacation. These carefree, colorful stickers for their luggage set the mood for the sunny summer ahead.
A small potted plant for their desk
Instead of gifting a flower bouquet, try an indoor plant. It lasts longer and requires less maintenance, but livens up their desk just as well.
A unique bookend
Whether they're used in the classroom or for your teacher's personal collection, or for lesson planbooks or comic books, these bookends make for a quirky gift.
Rich chocolate-covered strawberries
The top spot in our book for the best chocolate berries goes to Shari's Berries, whose hand-dipped white, milk, and dark chocolate strawberries have our mouths watering just thinking about them. They'll arrive chilled with an ice pack so you don't need to worry about a mess arriving at your teacher's door.
A custom rubber stamp
Gift the stamp they'll always reach for first as they check and grade homework. You can get creative by submitting a picture of your teacher's face or their favorite catchphrase. There are three different mount choices and many more size options.
A coloring book full of phrases your teacher can relate all too well to
There are some situations that only teachers can understand, and this adult coloring book perfectly captures them with humor and cheekiness. The illustrations are single-sided, so they can take the page out and frame it if they so wish.
A coffee subscription
Chances are the coffee in the teacher's lounge isn't exactly top-notch. Thankfully, Driftaway Coffee's is, and keeps things interesting by sending new whole bean varieties every month and improving upon the next selection based on their feedback. By the end of the school year, your teacher will have a good idea of the type of coffee they really like.
A personalized desk sign
The wedge is a solid natural hardwood while the sign is shatter-resistant fogged acrylic glass, allowing it to last through any teacher's illustrious career.
Mini hand sanitizers
Sister to the original Birdie hand sanitizer that's trying to disrupt an oft-overlooked industry, the Minnie is the perfect little desktop and handbag companion. Your teacher's hands are bound to get dirty while interacting with a room full of kids, but this nourishing, non-irritating formula will fix that.
A personalized notebook, planner, or address book
Give this one to the best teacher you know. You'll be able to customize the cover design, interior cover, and interior format of the notebook.
A novelty USB flash drive
The wheels actually move and the headlights flash when they plug the stick into their device. This is one flash drive they're won't easily lose.
A thank you card
Sometimes all it takes is a simple note to show your appreciation. Include a thoughtful, hand-written note to thank your teacher for all their hard work this year, and it will go a long way in helping them remember you.
A pillow massager for their neck and back
If you've ever caught your teacher looking stressed or tense, you're probably partially to blame — but you can fix that with this heated at-home massager that feels almost like a professional massage. It has four deep-kneading rotating nodes to relieve aches, knots and muscle tension.
A tote bag
BAGGU makes great bags and its machine-washable cotton totes are no exception. Help your teacher carry all those lesson plans, tests, and homework papers with this cute yet sturdy tote.
Gift cards
At the end of the day, teachers will always appreciate a gift card, especially if it's to a store where they can stock up on supplies.
Comfortable waffle slippers
These cushioned slippers are made with 100% long-staple Turkish cotton for extra absorbency and comfort. Ideal for lounging and relaxing, they'll bring a feeling of everyday luxury, but without the luxury price tag.
A smart home device
In and outside the classroom, the small smart home device is endlessly useful. They can play Jeopardy, ask for recipes, listen to the news, turn lights on, play music, reorder products, and more.
An organizer that looks like a common office supply
This oversized paper clip is even more useful than its original form because it can hold and organize multiple pieces of paper, postcards, and photos.
A personalized key ring
The full grain leather keychain is a perfectly composed accessory that they'll love to carry, especially if you personalize it (for only $5) with a monogram.
Beautiful note cubes inspired by an American artist
Known for his stained glass work, Louis C. Tiffany lends his colorful and delicate designs to these trays, which hold 500 loose paper sheets and 50 color paper clips.
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