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Gifts Teachers Need & Want
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items As a teacher (and the go-to friend for 'what do I get my kid's teacher?'), my honest answer is always a handwritten note + small gift card (Target, Amazon, nails, a restaurant — teachers already have so much stuff!) But if you want a physical gift, h...
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Beginning of the Year Supplies
Teacher Gifts
Beginning of the Year Supplies
You have no idea how much just a few school supplies can brighten a teacher's day! You can combine any of these items and write a quick note to your child's teacher. Some gift tag ideas are: This School Year is going to be INKcredible!, My future is ... Here's to a BRIGHT year! OR a simple: Welcome Back or Happy First Day! Knowing families are thinking of us goes a very long way. :)
It's so silly that we have to ask for Kleenex for our students. It's also amazing how excited teachers get when a parent arrives with tissues. LOL
Kleenex On the Go Perfect Fit Facial Tissue - 4pk/200ct: Cylinder
I've never met a teacher who has turned down extra Sharpies. We use these so much during the year.
Sharpie 12pk Permanent Markers Fine Tip Black: Art & Office Supplies, Sharpie Pen for Black Sharpie Drawings
Sharpies are a necessity in every classroom. They dry out often so we are constantly replacing them.
Sharpie 5pk Permanent Markers Ultra Fine Tip Black: Thin Sharpie Pen for Art & Office Use, Stationery Supplies
Often, parents get annoyed that teachers request this specific brand of pencils. There is a reason we always want Ticonderoga…it's because they are the BEST and hold up!
Ticonderoga 30ct Pencil Yellow
I always purchase a “cute” set of Ticonderoga pencils for my co-teacher and me so we have good pencils that are only for us to use (not chewed lol)
Ticonderoga 10ct Pencil Presharp Striped: Presharpened School Supplies for Kids, Back to School Essentials
I always purchase a “cute” set of Ticonderoga pencils for my co-teacher and me so we have good pencils that are only for us (aka not chewed lol).
Ticonderoga 10ct Neon Pencil
I always purchase a “cute” different set of Ticonderoga pencils for my co-teacher and me so we have good pencils that are only for us to use (not chewed lol)
Ticonderoga 12ct Pencil Black
If we are lucky, our school will give us a few 12pks of colored pencils BUT this really limits the children's ability to get creative with a variety of shades. Teachers always appreciate a few multi-packs of colored pencils! Crayola leads the pack in...
Crayola 36pk No.2 Colored Pencils: Presharpened, Non-Toxic, School Supplies for Kids, Multicolor, 3.3mm Point Size
If we are lucky, our school will give us 24pks of crayons BUT this really limits the children's ability to get creative with a variety of shades. Teachers always appreciate a multi-pack of crayons! Crayola is the BEST as far as in terms of durability...
Crayola 64ct Crayons, Elementary School Supplies for Kids, Art Classroom Must Haves for Teachers, Coloring Gift, Ages 3+
The amount of glue sticks students go through is insane! Donated glue sticks are always very much appreciated.
Elmer's 12pk Washable School Glue Sticks - Disappearing Purple: Non-Toxic, Dries Clear, Large Glue Sticks 12 Pack
A pack or two of giant glue sticks is always a win for posters and larger projects!
Elmer's 6pk Giant Washable School Glue Sticks - Disappearing Purple
Like Sharpies, highlighters dry out so we are always excited to have more on hand.
Sharpie 12ct Highlighters Pocket Fine Tip Assorted Colors: Multicolored Markers for School & Office, Art Stationery
Like Sharpies, highlighters dry out so we are always excited to have more on hand.
Highlighter 4ct Yellow Sharpie
Like Sharpies, highlighters dry out so we are always excited to have more on hand.
Sharpie 12pk Highlighters Smear Guard Chisel Tip Assorted Colors: Bold Multicolored Markers for School & Office
It's so silly but you have no clue how much joy a new set of Flare pens brings a teacher. It's really the little things in life that make sus happy.
Paper Mate Flair 16pk Felt Tip Pens 0.7mm Medium Tip Multicolor: Colored Pens, Quick Drying, Fade-Resistant, Contoured Grip
These Flare pens are great for detailed projects!
Paper Mate Flair 4pk Marker Pens Felt Tip 0.7mm Black: Porous Point, Medium, Fade-Resistant, Durable, Office & Art Use
A new set of “teacher-only” pens is always a hit!
Pilot 5pk FriXion Aura Erasable Gel Pens Fine Point 0.7mm Multicolored Ink
A pack of paper seems unnecessary when it's a school, but often we are limited in how many reams of paper we are allowed. It's like they think we are wallpapering our homes with it.
500ct Letter Printer Paper White - up&up™: 8.5x11 Inches, 20 lb, 92 Brightness, Ideal for Printing Letters
Colored copy paper is hard to come by in the supply room. A pack of colored copy paper is always appreciated!
Astrobrights 150ct Colored Printer Paper - Spectrum: 8.5x11", Multicolor, 24 lb, 100 Brightness, Art & Stationery
Like Sharpies and highlighters, dry-erase markers dry out or get pushed in. Having extras on hand is very helpful.
Expo 4pk Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Black
Spills are inevitable and a good quality paper towel is a key teaching supply that is always needed.
Bounty Select-A-Size Paper Towels - 6 Triple Rolls - 2-Ply - 123 Sheets
Unscented wipes for tables and sticky hands are a must!
Freestyle 99% Water Baby Wipes, Fragrance Free for Sensitive Skin, Unscented - 1 Flip Top Pack - 72ct
Kids are hard on dry-erase markers so we are constantly having to replace them.
Expo 12pk Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black
I just added this to my cart! It would make a cute beginning of the school year gift.
U Brands Magnetic Novelty Eraser Hedgehog Brown
Packing tape is a staple item in the classroom and not provided by the school.
Scotch 1.88''x 27.7 yd.165L Long Lasting Storage Packaging Tape: Clear Plastic Packing & Shipping Tape
I don't own these yet BUT I want them!
Zebra 25ct Mildliner Dual-tip Creative Colorful Markers Gifting: Highlighters, Fine & Bold, Multicolored Ink, Ages 13+
Schools generally provide the standard square yellow sticky but having a variety is always nice! These are a staple on my room becasue I love the size and lines.
Post-it® Super Sticky Notes, 4 in. x 6 in., Supernova Neons Collection, 4 Pads/Pack, 45 Sheets/Pad, Lined: Notepads, Multicolor, Art Design
Teachers love a good marker for charts in the classroom
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, Chisel Tip
I have these in my cart because humor is a must!
Post-it 3"x4" Procrastination in Progress Mini List Notes 75 Sheets
I use these all the time!
Post-it Pastel Adhesive Sticky Flags 100ct
Kids always forget snack and having extras on hand is very helpful.
Zbar Chocolate Brownie Soft-Baked Energy Organic Granola Snack Bars - 22.86oz/18ct
The school laminator is ALWAYS broken so most teachers have invested in personal laminator to get things done.
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches 8.9x11.4, 100-Pack
If you want to be the real MVP when school starts up this year…have your child bring this viral pencil sharpener as a first day of school gift for their new teacher.
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener PS94, Auto Stop
Teacher Gifts
Being the resident teacher-mom among my son's friends, people are always asking me what to get their child's teacher. First, I ALWAYS suggest a handwritten note with a small gift card-Target, Amazon, Nails, restaurant, etc. The reason being, teachers...
I use these every day during recess duty in the winter. They keep me cozy on those chilly days.
AI Hand Warmers 2 Pack, Rechargeable, 20Hrs
You can't go wrong with a plant or fresh flowers because they can keep them at school or take them home. I'm a plant mom, so I always get excited to receive a new plant.
Costa Farms Live Indoor House Plants (2-Pack)
The BEST lip mask on the market is a perfect gift!
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask Overnight Treatment
I own SO much Aloha product and I love it! My favorite beach bag is the Holo Holo bag.
ALOHA Collection
I own two dopp kits and one cabin crew and love them for me and my family.
Aloha Toiletry Bags
I own way too many of these and find the small and medium to work best!
Aloha Pouches & Travel Organizers
I missed the launch of these cute laptop covers but now I am ordering one for the new school!
ALOHA Tech
I bought this for my workwives at work to help us survive the heat during lunch and recess duty.
Portable Rechargeable Bladeless Neck Fan
The BEST weighted eye mask for much deserved sleep on break.
Sage Weighted Blanket For Your Eyes - Nodpod | Ulta Beauty
For a teacher who likes ot travel, this is a great set.
MONDAY Hair + Body Gift Set
For a teacher who loves make-up, this is a great gift!
EcoTools Makeup Brush + Sponge Shampoo & Cleansing Pad Bundle
This is a fun gift for the teacher who loves to travel or beauty!
Patchology On The Fly Travel Facial Kit
A friend gifted me this and I have bought two since. It feels so good on your scalp!
LolaVie x Wet Brush Pro Flex Dry
Normally, I steer people away from glassware, but these are too cute and funny for a summer break cocktail.
Word Play Wine Glass
The lip duo is a fantastic gift!
Lanolips Limoncello Set
If your teacher enjoys cocktails or soda, this is the gift for them! The prints are SO cute!
HydroJug Slim Can Cooler
This!!!! A woman brought it to book club and I went and purchased two. I'm planning on making a charcuterie board in it for my son's teacher that she can share with her family or grade-level team!
Snackle Box by Makery
I love to gift a snackle box to teachers during conference week since they are at school for such long hours and need a little pick me up.
Farberware 11"x16" Snacklebox with Locking Bamboo Cutting Board Lid
My work wife gifted each room (all 5) a snackle box filled with treats at the beginning of the year. It was such a nice treat to have during the first crazy week.
COOK WITH COLOR Snackle Box for Kids Lunch Box and Snack Container
If you teacher likes to garden, these gloves are durable AND cute!
Dahlia Nitrile Weeder Gloves
I've never been sad about receiving a Hydro Flask tumbler.
Hydro Flask All Around Tumbler 16oz Agave
I received this cookbook years ago from a parent and it has so many delicious recipes.
Love and Lemons Every Day - by Jeanine Donofrio (Hardcover)
Teachers are always taking notes, making lists, and planning. A new set of cute thin notebooks is a great gift. I just bought my workwives a set of these to start the 2026-27 school year!
RIFLE PAPER CO. 3-Pack Stitched Lined Journals
A cute gift for a plant-loving teacher!
Plant Flags
A fun puzzle is a great idea for a holiday gift, especially if you can find it in the theme of something your child's teacher is interested in.
Fun Puzzles