Gifts for teachers
Stumped about what to buy your child's teacher this year for the holidays? Many parents and students wish to give teachers a token of their thanks, but they're not sure what's appropriate. Some classes decide to give group gifts while others choose gift cards to teaching supply stores, Staples, Target and more. If you're looking for something a bit more personal, here's a round-up of festive gift ideas for teachers.
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Apple Flair Pin
Credit: Erin Condren
Here's an apple teachers can use over and over again. Price: $8 More info: erincondren.com
Sammanhang boxes
Credit: Inter IKEA Systems B.V./DANIEL WESTER
There's always a need for storage, especially for all the little things that never seem to have a home. This collection of three houndstooth Sammanhang boxes are just right for keeping everything in its place. $9.99 in IKEA stores and at ikea.com.
Books Turn Muggles Into Wizards Pin
Credit: Modcloth
This sweet enamel pin encourages reading, making it a perfect gift for a teacher, $18 at modcloth.com.
Aromatherapy Stress Relief Gift Set
Credit: Bath & Body Works
This eucalyptus and spearmint aromatherapy gift set features hand cream, gentle foaming hand soap and hand sanitizer. The gift arrives unassembled with a cellophane wrapper, ribbon and gift tag. $10 at bathandbodyworks.com.
Kate Spade New York Initial Notepad
Credit: Kate Spade New York
This monogrammed notepad is perfect for teachers and coworkers. Choose from a variety of colors and letters.Price: $12 More info: katespade.com
Eau Good Duo water bottle
Credit: blackblum.com
With a leak-proof valve, squeeze and lock charcoal insert, and an infuser guard to keep fruits in place, this Eau Good Duo water bottle is the perfect hydration tool. It's made from BPA- and BPS-free durable Tritan plastic, and comes in seven color schemes. $29.95 at blackblum.com.
Shelter Island Jet Set Candle
Credit: Jonathan Adler
If the summers seem shorter than they used to, maybe giving this sea moss, sand, sage and fir balsam-scented Shelter Island Jet Set Candle will help. The 3.5-inch-high soy and paraffin candle burns for about 40 hours, and comes in three other scents. $28 at jonathanadler.com.
Decorative House Box
Credit: Target
Sometimes it's nice to have a little reminder there's more to life than work (even when you love your job). This sweet little Decorative House Box from Hearth & Hand with Magnolia is made from solid wood and stands 4.5 inches high. $6.99 at Target stores and target.com.
Shhhh Mug
Credit: Dormify
Every teacher could use a little quiet time. Help your favorite teacher make that point with this oversized coffee mug adorned with a goldtone foil message. $18 at dormify.com.
Solar System Print
Credit: Buyolympia.com
The Solar System is more than just planets and the sun. Give the whole thing -- moons and all -- in this compact, 8-inch-square map. Available in silver on white or silver on black, and in larger sizes. $22 at archiespress.com.
Iris Card Case
Credit: Anthropologie
This minimalist Iris Card Case can lighten a teacher's load. The leather card case, available in two color schemes, has just enough room for a few dollars, license and a credit card, and the colorful construction means it's unlikely to get lost at the bottom of a bag. $24 at select Anthropologie stores and anthropologie.com.
Kelvin17
Credit: kelvintools.com/Neil Wilson
Teacher's need all kinds of tools to solve unexpected problems. The Kelvin17 multi tool features a tape measure, a level, 13 screwdriver bits, a miniature hammer and LED flashlight, all in a compact package. Available in seven colors. $19.99 at kelvintools.com.
All Day Lunch Bag
Credit: BUILTNY
There's no guarantee that lunch time will come at noon. Make sure lunch is always insulated and at the ready with this All Day Lunch Bag from BUILTNY. The 10-inch-long bag has two zippered side pockets, a grab handle and an adjustable, removable shoulder strap. From $19.99 at online retailers. For more information, visit builtny.com.
Scratch Map
Credit: Pottery Barn
Your child's teacher is giving them the world. Give them the world right back with this Pottery Barn Scratch Map. The interactive map lets you scratch off countries you're learning about, or have visited, or for whatever reason you like. $19.50 at potterybarn.com.
Shanghai Garden Social Stationery
Credit: Rifle Paper Co.
This stationery set features 12 assorted cards and envelopes in a matching box. Price: $22 More info: riflepaperco.com
Paddywax Glee Candles
Credit: Paddywax
Glee candles, made of soy wax, come in an 8-ounce frosted glass inside a decorative box. Available in six scents, including Balsam & Berries, Cinnamon & Spruce and Vanilla and Myrrh. Price:$20More info: paddywax.com
Planny Pack
Credit: Erin Condren
This planny pack from Erin Condren will help on-the-go teachers transport all their essentials. An outer elastic band helps keep extras secure. Price: $20More info: erincondren.com
Kate Spade New York Thermal Initial Mug
Credit: Kate Spade
Easy to take along, this monogrammed mug can keep drinks hot or cold. Choose from a variety of colors and letters. Price: $18More info: katespade.com.
Vera Bradley Desk Calendar Butterfly Flutter
Credit: Vera Bradley
Each month of the calendar year features a different butterfly with rose gold foil accents and a rotating design. Price: $18 More info: verabradley.com
Tocca Girls: Mini Indulgences Holiday
Credit: Tocca
Indulge in the scent of grapefruit and cucumber with cream for your hands and a candle for your space. Price: $20 More info: tocca.com
The Body Shop Festive Hand Cream Trio
Credit: The Body Shop
This set of hydrating hand creams features scents such as peppermint, vanilla and cranberry. Price: $15 More info: thebodyshop-usa.com
Verbena Holiday Body Care Ornament
Credit: L'OCCITANE
This star ornament will shine among body care products. It contains verbena hand cream gel, body lotion and leaf-shaped soap. Price: $14 More info: usa.loccitane.com
English Soap Co.
Credit: The English Soap Co.
Who washes his hands more than a teacher? Now give the best teacher a shea butter, jasmine-scented soap. $8. MORE INFO:soapkings.com
Brass bell
Credit: Personalization Mall
Customize this brass bell with your favorite teachers name, $24.99. MORE INFO:personalizationmall.com
Rocket Moon Clock
Credit: SuckUK Ltd.
Heres the perfect gift for the science teacher in your life -- the battery-operated Rocket Moon Clock would look heavenly in the classroom. $40. MORE INFO:suck.uk.com
Apple Bracelet
Credit: Savvy Designs
Choose your choice of crystals or precious stones and add a charm perfect for teachers, such as an apple (shown), an artist palette or a music note. Each piece of jewelry comes with a sentimental quote. $28. More information: savvy-design.com.
Minimergency kit
Credit: Pinch Provisions
A popped button...spilled lunch...sweat-inducing meetings -- work emergencies can be the unkindest cut, leaving you to suffer through the rest of the day. Pinch Provision's mini toiletry kits have 17 save-the-day essentials like stain remover, breath spray, deodorant packets, double-sided tape and replacement earring backs packed in a cute pouch. $18. More info: at pinchprovisions.com
A Year of Gratitude
Credit: uncommongoods.com
Each kit in A Year of Gratitude contains 52 thank you notes to send one each week, plus tips on writing a meaningful letter and a journal to keep track of your thoughts; $30. More info: uncommongoods.com.