The start of a new school year means new classes, new friends, and new teachers. There’s simply too much to say about how we need to treat (and pay!) teachers better, so I won’t get into it. But we can at least show our gratitude!
Here are some great, simple teacher gift ideas to show appreciation for all the hard work and love they put into educating our communities.
Teacher Gift Ideas
Books Books Books!
Lots of teachers spend their own money on classroom supplies (and let’s face it–they’re not exactly being paid the big bucks, so this is a real sacrifice). One great way to show appreciation to your teacher or your kid’s teacher is to give them some of your favorite books!
Last week on Instagram I asked about your favorite children’s books, and you really delivered! I loved your list so much that I put it together as a collection on my Bookshop page. If you’ve never heard of Bookshop before, it’s a great place to buy books that gives back to small bookstores all over the country. We love Bookshop, so be sure to check out our full list of favorite children’s books on their site!
And don’t forget these lists of our favorite Black-authored books, which would also be great teacher gifts!
Classroom Decor
A literary-themed art print would make another great teacher gift. Lucky for you, we have lots of storybook themed art prints in our shop!
This Little Women or Anne of Green Gables art print would make a great teacher gift, especially if the teacher is a fan of the books!
And wouldn’t these whimsical fairy tale prints be precious in an elementary classroom?
Everyone Loves Treats
Teachers pretty much always could use a snack–after all, molding the future generation is hard work! Cookies or other treats in a cute printable cookie box are sure to hit the spot. You can find our printable cookie boxes in the shop (I know that some say that they’re for Christmas or Valentines Day, but there’s never a bad time to show your teachers some love)!
Tell me your favorite teacher gifts!
I would love to hear what your go-to teacher gift is. Are you a classic apple-on-the-desk person or do you put your own spin on things? Let me know what you do to show your teachers that you care!
