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Thoughtful Gifts for the Teacher(s) in Your Life ✏️🍏
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items (Mostly) everyone has at least one teacher in their life. As a special educator of five years, I have found some thoughtful and meaningful gifts for teacher friends and teacher assistants. This list contains thoughtful gifts for teachers, from orname...
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Ornaments
Personalized Items
Jewelry
Lanyards
Gift Card Holders
Cups
Ornaments
This is a great gift for anyone with a tree in their home (or at school/in the classroom). Here's some ornaments for matcha/coffee lovers, music lovers, and drink lovers!
West Elm matcha ornaments for the matcha teacher
West Elm Matcha Ornaments
West elm record player ornaments for the teacher who loves listening to music
West Elm Record Player Ornament
West Elm martini ornament for the martini loving teacher
West Elm Glass Martini Ornament
West elm polaroid camera ornament for the teacher who loves photography
West Elm Glass Polaroid Camera Ornament
I gifted these one year and my teaching assistants LOVED them
Thank You Christmas Ornament - Teacher Keepsake
Personalized Items
A personalized item shows someone you care. As a teacher, I've received personalized items that made me feel seen, appreciated, and loved
Perfect for teachers who are always sharing funny stories and looking for a way to remember them all. Personalization option as well
Personalized Teacher Journal: Memory Book, Teacher Appreciation Gift
Every teacher goes through post-its like CRAZY. These post-its add a nice touch with the teacher's name ❤️
Custom Post-It Notes, Personalized Sticky Notes | VistaPrint
There’s something so special about a notebook or journal. Papier has some of the most gorgeous prints I’ve seen. Yes, they can be pricey, but the quality matches the product, in my opinion. Pro tip: purchase when they’re having a sale (which they oft...
Monogram | Pine Leather 2026 Planner
I mean, who doesn’t love a new phone case? There’s so many phone cases out there, but I’m a big fan of The Dairy. This one in particular is so cute for any season, and you can change the color to be whatever you need
Mocha Ribbon
Jewelry
Who doesn't love a piece of jewelry? Here are some items that won't break the bank, but are still meaningful. My teacher assistants loved these a few years back ❤️
The sweetest piece of jewelry to show how much you appreciate a teacher. I gifted these a few years ago and my assistants loved them!
Personalized Teacher Appreciation Necklace Charm
Nothing like a piece of jewelry with a meaningful message!
You Make The World A Better Place Bracelet
Everyone knows a teacher that rocks fun earrings. These are for that person.
Crayon Box Earrings
Charms can be a gift that you or others add on to throughout the years. I have a few pieces from Gorjana and they are all super high quality
Airplane Parker Charm
Another gorgeous Gorjana charm. This one is perfect for beach lovers. Again, great quality and beautiful craftsmanship
Tulip Shell Parker Charm
Lanyards
IYKYK. All teachers should have a breakaway lanyard. Breakways come off easily and make it easy to remove if a student is having a hard time. But, let's make it fashionable!
Comes in a bunch of different colors. Breakaway which is perfect for teachers who work with young kids or kids with special needs!
12 pcs Teacher Scrunchies Breakaway Lanyard
Boho lanyard. Another breakway, super safe for teachers and students!
2024 Boho Breakaway Teacher Lanyard With ID Holder
I am obsessed with Coach, and even more obsessed with their discounted prices at the outlet. The black is sleek and less likely to get dirty!
COACH® Outlet | Id Lanyard
Another Coach lanyard, just in the classic Coach print
COACH® Outlet | Id Lanyard In Signaure Canvas
Gift Card Holders
A gift card is such an easy way to honor a teacher or teacher assistant. I would always order a gift card holder to add another nice touch!
Perfect for adding a little extra to your gift cards. I have bought these a few times and they are always super special!
10pcs Teacher Appreciation Gift Cards Set
The cutest gift card holders. I would throw $5 and $10 gift cards in here for teacher assistants!
Set of 4 Teacher Appreciation Coffee Gift Holders
How adorable!!! It’s so easy to dress up a simple gift card and it make it look more special. This one is so cute and at a great price
Christmas Purse Small Gift Card Holder
I know I’m not the only one obsessed with anything mini. These will definitely make people laugh. Great for the teacher who loves Amazon (a.k.a. Every teacher in America)
Mini Amazon Gift Box (Instant Download)
Cups
I mean, what teacher isn't carrying a cup around?! One of my favorite gifts to receive are cups (no, you can't have “too many”)
Comes in so many cute colors. Leak resistent which is essential for teachers!
HydroJug Traveler 32oz Water Bottle w/ Handle & Flip Straw
The cutest holiday themed Hydrojugs! I have the green bow one and I'm OBSESSED. Also helps me remember to drink enough water throughout the day!
HydroJug x Anthropologie 40 oz. Traveler
The iconic icon glass from Anthropology. My favorite thing about purchasing from them is their complimentary gift wrapping
Icon Juice Glass
If there’s one thing about a teacher, it’s that she’s gonna have her coffee, and she’s gonna sip on it throughout the entire day. This cup makes that possible by keeping the liquid warm for 24 hours
The Stay-Hot Camp Mug | 24 OZ
The smiley mug for a smiley teacher! I would even throw a Glossier beauty product in the mug to make it that much better
Three Eyed Smiley Mug
Candles
I mean, a good smelling candle can make anyone feel good.
The cutest sentiment to a teacher who enjoys candles. I always had a big smile on my face when I was gifted a candle
It Takes a Village Candle Gift
A little sarcasm goes a long way in teaching.. :) These kind of items make me smile when I'm having a hard day
Funny Teacher Candle – Smells Like Winter Break
You honestly can’t go wrong with a candle from Anthropology. This scent is clean and sweet. My favorite thing about their candles is the artistry and color patterns
The Gather Candle by Anthropologie: Fresh Vanilla Orchid & Sea Salt
The cutest candles that pair perfectly with the Glossier lip glosses or any other makeup product
Glossier Candles