12 great teacher appreciation ideas
May 7th is Teacher Appreciation Day. So this week, we’re putting some elbow grease into ways to say thank you.
I don’t know about you, but I thank my lucky stars for the teachers in my boys’ lives.
My three-year-old has had the good fortune of having the world’s most amazing preschool teacher two years in a row. We moms marvel at her ability to juggle three boys of her own AND always make you feel as though your child is the center of her universe. We’ve also had some developmental concerns thrown into the mix this year, and words cannot adequately express our gratitude for the compassion and guidance she has shown us as we navigate those waters.
My first grader has also won the teacher lottery two years in a row. I thought it would be hard to beat his kindergarten teacher – but his first grade teacher is amazingly talented, warm, funny, and smart. She has stoked his innate curiosity, helped him become a great reader, and pushed him to improve his writing. Ask him if he loves school and the answer is always a big Y-E-S!
We can’t wait to let them know how much we appreciate everything they do. If you’re looking for some nice options that won’t break the bank, I’ve rounded up 12 sweet options here.
What teacher doesn’t crave a little Starbucks now & then. I made this last year – I can attest it’s very easy and definitely appreciated. Image and printable via Skip to My Lou.
For my fellow avid bakers – this is just too cute not to try. Image and tutorial via Bee in Your Bonnet.
Grading would sure be more fun with a little bling in the mix! It’s amazing how a little faux baubles can dress up a boring $2 clipboard, isn’t it? Tutorial & image via Teresa Collins
Print these adorable designs on a full sheet-sized labels, cut on the dotted lines, and trim the corners with a corner punch. Free printable via Lavendars Blue Design
Perfect for framing the class picture – and yet flexible enough for her to change it out for something else down the line.Image & “done for you frame” via Etsy
Perfect for the classroom…or the home. Image tutoria via Family Fun
This bright, cheery apple stationery that you can order on Etsy makes me wish I was a teacher!
Because, Lord knows, teachers deserve every bit of pampering they can get. Tutorial & image via BabyCenter
Adding a bit of artwork from your child is a wonderful way to dress up the soap dispensers. This is a gift that can be used again and again! Image & tutorial via Givers Log.
Find a lovely stationery block and turn it into an instant teacher’s gift with this free printable. Image & printable via Mommy by Day, Crafter by Night[/caption]
Adding a bit of flair to a pens set is easy and so lovely! You could have each member of the class create some special artwork and then use that as the background. Idea and image via Chocolate on My Cranium.[/caption]
Chocolate doesn’t ask silly questions. Chocolate understands. Yes it does. That’s why this treat jar would make a perfect gift for a teacher that’s bombarded by 1001 questions a day. Image and printable via eighteen25.
