Gifts for Teachers

There are many times throughout the year when we will want to show our appreciation for the wonderful teachers who care for our children during school hours. A good teacher is one of our most valuable resources. They so deserve our respect and gratitude. Holidays, birthdays, Teacher Appreciation Day and at the end of the school year are perfect times to show how much we appreciate the value teachers offer our children and community. Of course, the occasional gift "just because" is an especially thoughtful gesture when a teacher has gone out of his/her way to help your child cope with either an academic or social issue.

There are times you won't know that a teacher has been there for your child when you couldn't be and you will never know just how many kindnesses have been bestowed on your child by their teachers throughout the year ... times when you would have wanted to be there to help your child with the pressures of growing up but couldn't be. A teacher is one of the closest allies your child has in this world.

Choosing a well-considered present for a teacher will show your appreciation more than you know. If your child's teacher loves to cook, a gift for his/her kitchen would be most appreciated. If teacher has her own children at home, a gift of food treats or a gift certificate to a restaurant would go a long way to make his/her life easier.

I've searched through the many online stores and found special merchandise I think is just great for teacher presents. These are my recommendations for special gifts teachers would love and truly appreciate:

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Mrs. Prindables Gourmet Caramel Apples Absolutely delicious and gorgeous gourmet caramel apples packaged especially for teacher. One of my top pick teacher gifts this year!	Personalized Teacher Gifts Personalization speaks volumes about having put thought into your gift and teachers will cherish a gift (with Mr., Mrs. or Ms.) personalized just for them.	Lillian Vernon A+ Gifts for Teachers Gift items created especially for teachers.
Amazon.com Gift Certificates Everyone loves Amazon.com - the world's largest retailer. Let teacher get what he/she really wants with an Amazon gift certificate	Teacher Figurines Beautiful, collectable and precious figurines, expounding the virtues of teachers, Precious Moments, Cherished Teddies, Snowbabies and more . Perfect. :-)	Teacher Wear & Teacher Novelty Items Shirts, sweat shirts, tote bags, mugs, buttons and so much more with many unique, fun designs from the artists at Cafe Press .
Photo Jigsaw Puzzle Super idea: Have a custom jigsaw puzzle made from the year's class picture for teacher to remember the kids. I love this idea! :-)	Best Teacher Water Globe This water globe features a photo frame plus an area on the back of the globe to write special dates and times.	Engraved Gifts Some ideas include: * Engraved pocket tools * Engraved keepsake items * Engraved keychains. Find these and many more great gifts for teachers.
Personalized Stationery Letterhead, stationery sets, note pads and more. A teacher favorite. A fine writing Pen A classic gift and always memorable.	Personalized Teacher Ornaments An ideal Christmas gift for any teacher.	Teacher Appreciation Gift Basket Teacher will love this gift basket created just for teachers. Also see: Pamper Me Teacher Gift Basket for a basket filled with special teacher goodies designed to pamper.
Boxed Chocolates Godiva, Helen Grace and all favorites can be found right here online at Amazon.com and who's gonna ever argue with chocolates?	Scented Candles & Accessories Many designs, fragrances & textures suitable for women or men.	Messages of Love Teacher Bracelet This Swarovski crystal and Bali silver teacher's bracelet is sure to show honor to a dedicated teacher.
Teacher Rules Necklace Show your teacher just how special she is with this trendy and fun gift idea. Silver charms hang from this leather necklace.	Chocolate Covered Strawberries Any teacher would melt over chocolate covered strawberries. Simply gorgeous and oh-so-delicious. Packaged beautifully and ready to enjoy.	Teacher Mug "You Can't Scare Me, I'm a Teacher" LOL - Perfect sentiment on a pretty pink mug. Female teachers only.
Dear Teacher Book Beautifully written expressions of gratitude for teacher: "Dear Teacher...thanks for teaching me that until I respect myself I will have no respect for anyone else. Dear Teacher...thanks for letting me make mistakes and reminding me that learning is learning from them.", etc.	Book Chicken Soup for the Teacher's Soul A tribute and encouragement to those who make a difference in the lives of their students. Book You Know You're a Teacher If ... The fun side of being a teacher.	Book Rainbows, Head Lice, and Pea-Green Tile Poems in the Voice of the Classroom Teacher. Book Imaginary Words A very clever and fun "little big" book of imaginary words. This is a super little gift for anyone who enjoys words or who can appreciate the thought process behind this work.
Live Love Laugh Teacher Bookmark Designed with Swarovski crystals, bali sterling silver and a silver plated bookmark. Purchase in standard color or customize your school colors.	Magazine Subscription Great especially if you know a teacher's hobby or passion. Also consider a gift subscription for children's magazines for the classroom. Teacher Angel Hand-carved teacher angel sculpture	Constitution Baseball *The Constitution of the United States Baseball is the ultimate American icon and a perfect present for male teachers.*
A bottle of fine w ine and/or wine Accessories Always a welcomed gift, especially thoughtful for a male teacher.	A Gift for Teacher's Home Jillery.com has many unique home accessories any teacher would love. Some ideas especially for teachers: Wire Beaded Bookmarks Wire Beaded Letter Opener Wire Beaded Photo Stand	Apple For Teacher Music Box Exclusive limited edition Ardleigh Elliott first-of-a-kind Heirloom Porcelain collectible music box. This collectible music box makes a special gift to a respected teacher.
Best Ballet Teacher Gifts Shirts, tote bags, mugs, tiles and more ... especially designed just for your special ballet teacher!		Cookie Gifts Delicious and designed especially for teachers.
Flavored Popcorn Everyone's favorite flavored popcorn in fun, festive tins for any occasion.	Flowers or a Plant A good rule is flowers for ladies, plants for men. From site visitor Anne: "My son's Kindergarten class gave their teacher a tree for teacher appreciation week. They made her a card that read "Thanks For Helping Us Grow!" She was very excited, and said that each year when it blooms she will think of them."	Customizable Visa Gift Card This custom Visa gift card can be used anywhere in the world Visa is accepted. A very thoughtful gift. A classy way to give teacher a Visa gift card is to collect a contribution from all students ($5.00, $10.00, or whatever they can afford). Purchase the gift card (customize with a picture of the class or a holiday graphic) in the denomination of money collected, with a paper card signed by all the students. The designated room parent or any class parent can easily get this together.
#1 Teacher Antenna Topper A fun gift for teacher. Antenna toppers are fun and even more so personalized.	I Love Teaching Flashing Blinking Button And other fun school designs.

The Complete Holiday Game Collection
A great gift for a caring teacher who struggles each holiday to bring educational fun to the classroom. A one year subscription allows teacher to print as many games as needed for students for all major holidays.

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