It’s December, and your child’s teacher deserves a wonderful gift. If you know anything about schools in December, you’ll know that things can get a little crazy. A little appreciation can go a long way to helping teachers get through this crazy time of year. Not to mention that teachers are amazing all year long, not just when a major holiday is coming up. The best teacher gifts for Christmas will fit within your price range, and will be useful for the teachers in your life. Let’s get started!
Things to Consider When Choosing a Teacher Gift
When choosing a gift for your child’s teacher, there are several factors to consider to ensure that it’s well-received and appropriate. First and foremost, it’s important to personalize the gift to the teacher’s interests and personality. This shows that you put thought and effort into the gift and that you appreciate the teacher as an individual. Additionally, setting a budget and finding affordable yet thoughtful gifts is important, as is choosing a gift that’s practical for a busy teacher. Finally, it’s important to consider school policies to ensure that the gift is appropriate and complies with any rules or regulations.
The Best Teacher Gifts for Christmas
Now that we’ve covered the factors to consider when choosing a teacher gift, let’s explore the best teacher gifts for Christmas. These gifts are sure to show your appreciation and make the teacher feel valued.
Gift Cards
I’m a big proponent of giving teachers gift cards! They spend so much of their own time and money making our schools great. Gift cards allow teachers to choose what they and their classroom needs, and they allow teachers to pamper themselves a little.
- Gift Card is affixed inside a box
- Gift Card has no fees and no expiration date
Teacher Tote Bag
A personalized tote bag with the teacher’s name or a fun design is a great gift for carrying books, papers, and supplies to and from school.
- Size: 15 x 15.7 inch, long handle approx 11 inch. The storage space of this large tote bag is big enough for all your daily belongings.
- Made of canvas, eco-friendly material.Go green with a 100% natural cotton tote bag! Say no to paper or plastic bags and be easy on environment!
Personalized Stationery Set
A set of personalized note cards or stationery is a thoughtful and practical gift that the teacher can use to write notes to parents or students.
- [What’s Included] – Price shown is the starting price for a set of 10 Flat cards + 10 envelopes in size A2 (5.5 x 4.25 inches). Increase quantity by clicking the customization button and selecting the quantity you would like. Price will increase based on the quantity you choose.
- [Customize Your Stationery] – Personalize your stationery with your text and select from 32 ink colors and 19 envelope colors. Your text will be printed in the font shown. For colored envelopes, return address printing is available in black ink; for white envelopes, it’s available in matching color ink on the envelope flap.
Stamp Set
We gave these adorable stamp sets to our kids’ teachers last year and they loved them!
- 8 Colorful Stamps – Set of eight self-inking stamps includes six encouraging reward messages, one “Needs Work” and one “Sign & Return” designs
- School Bus Design – Our stamps are stored in a cute school bus shaped container that is a big hit with teachers and students alike
Teacher Appreciation Gift Basket
A basket filled with the teacher’s favorite snacks, coffee, or tea is a great way to show appreciation and provide a treat for the teacher to enjoy during the holiday season.
- Amount of product: you will get in total of 1pcs can glass, 1pcs bookmarks, 1pcs ceramic pen holder,1pcs makeup pouch cosmetic bag ,1pcs teacher keychain,1pcs rose bath sall ball, 1pcs bluebell candle,1pcs socks,1pcs sleep mask,1pcs scrunchies hair tie,1pcs soap,1pcs greet card,which is packaged in a beautiful gift box to be ready for gift giving, nice appreciation gift set for a new teacher, retiring teacher, favorite teacher, teacher’s assistant or aide
- Practical box : Compared with other teacher gift box, our box design is more eye-catching and creative, contains more products. The keychain and the bookmark are made of quality stainless steel, durable, resistant to breakage and deformation, easy to clean and store. The canvas bag and the pen holder are great helpers for storing pens, pencils, rulers, etc. And the socks and scented candle can make teachers feel cozy and comfortable after a busy day of work
Tis’ the Season Sickness Gift Basket
Grab a small basket and fill it with Vitamin C, disinfectant spray, antibacterial soap, tissues, and anything else that could help your child’s teachers avoid sickness this year.
- Includes 30 single-serving packets (0.33 oz. each) of Emergen-C Original Formula in Tangerine flavor
- Each serving provides daily immune support (3) with more Vitamin C than 10 oranges(1)
Classroom Supplies Gift Set
A set of classroom supplies such as markers, pens, and sticky notes is a practical gift that the teacher can use throughout the school year.
- BULK MARKER SET: Get ready for a creative school year with this pack of 200 Fine Line Markers in 10 Classic Colors.
- CRAYOLA COLORS: Red, Green, Black, Brown, Purple, Blue, Gray, Pink, Yellow, and Orange.
Personalized Teacher Mug
A personalized mug with the teacher’s name or a fun design is a great gift for enjoying coffee or tea during the school day.
- [PERSONALIZED GIFT]: Do you need a gift idea for Mother’s Day, Christmas, Birthday, Retirement, Thanksgiving, Valentines, Thank You, Appreciation? This custom name coffee mug will make an useful gift for Grandma, Mom, Sister, Friends, Coworker, Wife, Bestie, BFF, Soul Sister, Colleague, Aunt, Women or your loved ones.
- [FREE CUSTOMIZATION]: You just click “Customize Now” button, choose size, then enter name you want to customize. The design is printed on both sides of coffee mug.
Teacher Planner and Organizer
A planner or organizer specifically designed for teachers is a practical gift that can help the teacher stay organized and on top of their schedule.
- A+ Teacher Planner: Inspire and plan learning moments year-round with the 128-page Carson Dellosa Creatively Inspired Teacher Planner—the perfect 8” x 11” undated planner for your classroom management needs.
- Classroom Organization: Organize schedules, lesson plans, classroom curriculum, and more. Use the checklists in the daily, weekly planner, and monthly planner to track grades, attendance, and homework completion.
Gift Card to a Local Restaurant or Coffee Shop
A gift card to a local restaurant or coffee shop is a great way to give the teacher a break and treat them to a meal or beverage outside of school.
- This item contains 4 separate $10 gift cards
- Starbucks Cards redeemable at most SB locations
Classroom Library Books
A set of books for the classroom library is a thoughtful gift that can help the teacher provide more reading options for their students.
- Diane Alber (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
Personalized Teacher Desk Sign
A personalized desk sign with the teacher’s name or a fun quote is a great way to add some personality to their workspace.
- 2in x 8in wood sign
- Free personalization
- 🍎Personalized Desk name plate for Teacher: Choose the font you like to print your name or text on the acrylic block. You can customize your name, title, date, or any text/logo for your office school desktop nameplate.
- 🚩Desk Plaque Size and Material: Custom Desk nameplate made of a high-quality clear acrylic solid block. This office desk nameplate size is 8″x2.5″x0.79″(20x6x2cm).
DIY Teacher Gift Ideas
Making a DIY gift for a teacher can be a great way to show your appreciation and add a personal touch. Here are three DIY gift ideas to consider:
Handmade Christmas Ornaments
Create a set of handmade Christmas ornaments that the teacher can use to decorate their classroom or tree at home.
- Package includes: set of 25PCS, The diameter of the ball are 2.63″(69mm).
- Material Features: made of high quality shatterproof clear plastic, lightweight , do not easy broken.
Homemade Teacher Appreciation Cards
Create a set of homemade cards with personalized messages of appreciation for the teacher.
DIY Teacher Survival Kit
Create a survival kit filled with items that the teacher may need throughout the school day, such as hand sanitizer, tissues, and snacks.
- 【Gorgeous Gifts】Heat transfer printing, smooth like leather felling & waterproof coating, Image print is bright and clear, vivid color.
- 【100% Cotton Canvas】12 oz material, soft, study, hardy & durable, the pouch feels very high quality.
Tips for Wrapping and Presenting Teacher Gifts
When it comes to wrapping and presenting teacher gifts, it’s important to make the gift look special and show that you put thought and effort into it. Consider creative wrapping ideas such as using a personalized gift bag or wrapping the gift in a fun and festive way. Additionally, consider delivering the gift in person whenever possible.
Choosing the right gift for a teacher during Christmas can show your appreciation and make them feel valued. By considering factors such as personalization, budget, practicality, and school policies, you can choose a gift that’s well-received and appropriate. Whether you choose one of the best teacher gift we’ve shared here or create a DIY gift, be sure to wrap and present it in a thoughtful and creative way. Show your child’s teacher that you appreciate all that they do this holiday season!
Need more gift ideas for teachers? Read: Gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week
