Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6-10. It’s time to honor our children’s teachers for all that they do for our kids!
Over the years, they get a ton of mugs, so I have stopped giving them mugs and cups. I’m always on the hunt for unexpected and memorable gifts. Surprisingly, one time I saw a parent give our teacher a Coach purse! Wow!
I truly appreciate our teachers as they put so much energy and time into our kids! And many years ago, I was a substitute teacher for preschool and 5th grade as well as an afterschool and summer school teacher. And it was exhausting!
It takes a special person to want to nurture and pour energy into kids. Here are my top picks for thoughtful teacher appreciation gifts.
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$12.99Buy NowThis super cute self inking stamp set, made for teachers, is sure to stand out among the crowd of teacher gifts.
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$14.99Buy NowThis toast shaped post it notes should have been called "Toast It Notes". I love this design and it's intelligently designed to be functional as well as eye catching.
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$29.99Buy NowRose quartz gives off positive energy and vibes. This gemstone tree will be a relaxing sight on your teacher's desk.
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$13.99Buy NowI LOVE this globe pencil holder! OMG! This would be a great gift for a male or female teacher.
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$14.22Buy NowThis retro radio tissue box sparks creativity for me and it's sure to make your teacher smile.
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$18.99Buy NowThis coffee mug warmer will keep their coffee or tea hot all day.
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$13.99Buy NowWhen you can't figure out what your teacher wants, give them a gift set.
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$12.99Buy NowWhen your teacher gets hot, they can use this desktop fan to cool off! Talk about useful gift!
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$12.98Buy NowLittle messes will be easier to clean up with this desktop vacuum cleaner. Get them something they didn't know they needed.
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$21.99Buy NowI got this for my kid's teacher who loved The Little Mermaid. This is such a unique tape dispenser!
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$17.70Buy NowJust thought this dumpster fire pencil holder and flame post it notes was SO hilarious! It's definitely a memorable gift.
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$15.29Buy NowThis is a beautiful pencil holder for elementary school teachers.
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$9.95Buy NowThis spinning pencil holder is great for organizing all the desk clutter.
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$12.99Buy NowThis Burt's Bees set is great to remind your teacher to do some self care. It's perfect for those who love natural beauty products.
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$17.99Buy NowThis adorable camper tape dispenser is a great gift for the creative type of teacher.
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$5.39Buy NowCoffee shaped cards are a nice touch to let your teachers know you appreciate them!
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$9.99Buy NowTeachers need a place to remind them to get things done and this one is designed specifically for them.
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$7.92Buy NowThese are page flags, which are helpful for bookmarking books for reference. And they're cute too!
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$7.99Buy NowThese beautiful flower thumb tacks are unique and nice eye candy to look at.
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$11.99Buy NowI have the black version of this phone stand. It's super study and folds flat. This will help your teacher rest their phones in a more ergonomic position.
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