The Good Gift Guide
Great gifts for your teacher
Teachers add so much to our lives and guide our children with special attention. It is always nice to give an appreciation for their thoughtfulness and caring. But what gift would be appropriate and not overwhelm the teacher? Here a just a few:
Fill a basket with things they will need and use all year. Add pens, pencils, notepads, stickers, boxes of staples and paperclips.
Wrap a coffee can with colorful paper and add three or four of your favourite home baked cookies. The plastic lid will keep them fresh for days.
Teachers often burn the midnight candle as they read reports and grade papers. Fill a basket with bags of munchies like peanuts, chips, popcorn.
Make a donation to the local zoo or library in your teacher’s name. Put the donation card in with a note expressing your appreciation.
Teachers are always reading. Get a gift certificate or card at your local book store and enclose it in a note of your appreciation for their help.
Get a apple made of cloth and filled with soft fibers. Have every member of the class sign the apple in ink.
Teachers are always carrying books and papers. Find a satchel bag with an apple or red, white, and blue flag design. Or make a bag with all the school colors.
At the local bookstore, find a bookmark that says what a great teacher he is. Or one that has apples running the length of the bookmark. You may be able to find one with dunce hats or take another plain bookmark and add dunce hat stickers to it.
Buy a glass or ceramic mug and have your child paint an apple and his name on the side.
Have your child create a pencil cup by decorating a juice can with brightly colored tissue paper.
Fill a basket with things they will need and use all year. Add pens, pencils, notepads, stickers, boxes of staples and paperclips.
Wrap a coffee can with colorful paper and add three or four of your favourite home baked cookies. The plastic lid will keep them fresh for days.
Teachers often burn the midnight candle as they read reports and grade papers. Fill a basket with bags of munchies like peanuts, chips, popcorn.
Make a donation to the local zoo or library in your teacher’s name. Put the donation card in with a note expressing your appreciation.
Teachers are always reading. Get a gift certificate or card at your local book store and enclose it in a note of your appreciation for their help.
Get a apple made of cloth and filled with soft fibers. Have every member of the class sign the apple in ink.
Teachers are always carrying books and papers. Find a satchel bag with an apple or red, white, and blue flag design. Or make a bag with all the school colors.
At the local bookstore, find a bookmark that says what a great teacher he is. Or one that has apples running the length of the bookmark. You may be able to find one with dunce hats or take another plain bookmark and add dunce hat stickers to it.
Buy a glass or ceramic mug and have your child paint an apple and his name on the side.
Have your child create a pencil cup by decorating a juice can with brightly colored tissue paper.
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Here are 10 gift ideas for under $20 to let your child's care provider/teacher know he/she is special!
1) Make A Wish 2005 Ornament
This engraveable ornament is crafted from powter adorned with Swarovski crystals and carries the message of "Make A Wish." Plus, every purchase benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation--a fact sure to touch every teacher's heart.
2) Lunch Mail Sets From The NEA
Words are powerful tools, and "dream big," "you're incredible" and "I believe in you" can build a child's confidence. Inside each National Education Association Lunch Mail box (there are three sets) are 30 individual cards with a surprise message for parents and educators to use with kids as motivation and positive reinforcement.
3) Fanciful Flights Mini Angel
This charming mini angel "Harmony" from Fanciful Flight is sure to to echo your awe of the teacher's ability to create peaceful harmony and friendships amongst the children. And the very reasonable price is sure to bring a smile to your face as well.
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4) Treats for Teacher Basket
What teacher wouldn't love a school-themed painted pot filled with edible goodies and treats?
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5) Personalized Teacher Clipboard
A handy personalized clipboard is practical, affordable and thoughtful.
6) Personalized Teacher Notepads
You pick the name, paper and ink color, pad design, and you're done! Personalized teacher notepads are a gift certain to be used and appreciated, and this site offers free shipping.
7) Canvas Tote Bags
A canvas tote bag bearing the message, "Teachers Have Class," or "Thosee Who Love Teaching, Help Others Love Learning" is a practical gift to help teachers/caregivers carry their supplies, books and planners in. The cost of these totes are an affordable $11.99.
8) Hugs for Teachers Calendar
Doesn't the name just say it all? Teachers sure deserve lots of hugs and praise for their hard work and dedication, and the calendar's title is one way to express that appreciation.
9) Gift Card
Here's a gift idea that will truly please everyone. A Gift Card at a favorite local store can be used...for anything! And that's the point! Learn your teacher's favorite activity (i.e. gardening, watching movies, reading, shopping, cooking) and buy accordingly. If in doubt, purchase a generic one like a Visa gift card or from a major store such as Target. You won't go wrong.
10) 1001 Best Websites for Educators
Open a teacher's eyes on how to use the web for inspiring activities, lesson plans, software applications, pen pal projects, and much, much more.
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