14 Gift Ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week 2023 to Thank the Educators in Your Life
Celebrate the people who've been teaching your children all year with these thoughtful gift ideas.
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By Rebecca Rovenstine 7:59 AM PDT, May 8, 2023
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Raising the next generation, teachers have one of the hardest jobs out there without expecting anything in return. While often teaching can feel like a thankless job, Teacher Appreciation Week is here and is the perfect opportunity to show the educator of your children that you recognize their hard work and effort.
This year, Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8-12 and there are plenty of ways you can celebrate the teacher who's gone above and beyond to deliver a lesson plan that wows and maintains your child's interest throughout the entire school year. That said, finding the perfect teacher appreciation gift to show your gratefulness is easier said than done, especially when you want to give them a present that they'll enjoy.
With long hours of work even when they're off the clock, seemingly endless paper-grading and a paycheck that doesn't begin to cover all of the work they do, teachers deserve the world. To applaud those who stick to it and to offer thanks, we're here to help you find the teachers in your life perfect last-minute gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week 2023.
From items that will help make their days easier, to gifts that celebrate them being a teacher without being cheesy, you'll go from being a student in gift-giving to a master. Below, check out our unique gift ideas that are sure to be crowd-pleasers.
Etsy
The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a classic children's storybook younger grade teachers have read to their students again and again. Now the character can come alive in the classroom with this print made of students' names for a gift any educator would treasure.
$32
Anthropologie
Any teacher will cherish this adorable kitchen towel that says, "How sweet it is to be taught by you."
$26
Zazzle
Give the elementary school teacher in your life an adorable personalized tote bag to help them carry their necessities to and from school. The affordable price also makes it great to use as a gift bag to hold even more teacher appreciation gifts.
$15$12
WITH CODE SHOPSAVEZAZZ
Amazon
A fun and colorful addition to a gift basket, these pens will help your teacher grade in style. It's a fact: A teacher can never have too many fun colored pens.
$23$18
WITH COUPON
Amazon
Self-care is important, but not all teachers carve out the time. Help them out with this customizable gift box filled with self-care essentials.
$32
Amazon
Constructed of recycled stainless steel, the Stanley 40 fl. oz. Quencher H2.0 FlowState tumbler offers maximal hydration with fewer refills — ideal for commuting, workouts or a teacher who needs to stay hydrated during classes.
$70
$45
Amazon
Teachers with an eye for style and a sense of humor will be delighted by this delicate bracelet that spells out Badass Teacher in morse code.
$15
Anecdote Candles
Help them unwind after a long day in class when they burn this 2023 candle with notes of orange, lemon, amber and ginger flower.
$26
Amazon
Once your kid reaches secondary school, it can get pricey shopping for multiple teachers. To give each of them the love they deserve, opt gift for the teacher's lounge with this quick brewing Keurig machine that comes with 60 K-Cup pods.
$132$120
Etsy
A quality desktop decoration that they can use for years to come, that's also extremely charming, is sure to be a hit.
$25
Mark & Graham
Teachers have a lot going on, so help them remember it all with this refillable journal customized with their initials. The personalized canvas journal comes in six colors.
$99
Etsy
No time for a personalized gift? Get this dainty necklace for the one who takes care of your little ones' education.
$40$28
Amazon
Listen, a teacher will never turn down a sleek and stylish desk organizer — especially when it comes as a gift. Helping them stay organized is basically giving them the gift of peace of mind.
$30
Amazon
An Amazon Gift card ensures that the teacher you're shopping for will buy something they actually want, whether it's something for themselves or the classroom.
STARTING AT $25
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