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These start or end of year gifts for teachers are great for showing your appreciation. Plus, they are the best teacher gifts according to actual teachers!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n We sure love our teachers! \u2764\ufe0f<\/strong><\/p>\n Need end of year gifts for teachers? These gift ideas were submitted from actual teachers, so trust us when we say these ideas are all they really want this year! And with all the hard work they put in, teachers are certainly worthy of receiving a little something special. Use this helpful list to find the best teacher gifts to show your appreciation. These gift ideas for teachers are sure to brighten the day of the special educators in your life!<\/p>\n Teacher Appreciation Week is Monday, May 1 to Friday, May 5, 2023!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Teachers deserve to treat themselves to something special after the hard work they do in the classroom. After hearing from hundreds of teachers, it was clear gift cards were the top most requested gift idea they\u2019ll never tire of receiving. Even just $5 to cover a coffee is such a special treat! When it comes to helpful end of year gifts for teachers, this is one gift idea will actually be useful!<\/p>\n Download our FREE Teacher Appreciation Gift Card Holders<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Want to go all out for your kiddo\u2019s teacher?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Consider asking the entire class to participate in organizing one large gift card for their teacher as this Hip reader did:<\/p>\n \u201cWe\u2019ve been doing one large gift card to Amazon. It\u2019s so much easier for the teachers to load one card rather than 25 little ones onto their account and it feels like a bigger gift too.\u201d \u2013 <\/strong><\/em>Chelsea, Hip reader<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Hip Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Teachers\u2026did you receive a gift card you\u2019ll never use? Here\u2019s how to turn gift cards into cash<\/a> fast!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n <\/p>\n We heard from hundreds of teachers across the country and of all the things they\u2019ve kept over the years, the handwritten cards of appreciation are the ones they have always held onto above everything else.<\/p>\n As some teachers mentioned\u2026 \u201cThere are only so many trinkets you can hold onto\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n On rough days, it\u2019ll be the perfect sentiment for them to look back on when they\u2019re needing some words of encouragement. We know now more than ever teachers could use them. \u2764\ufe0f If you\u2019re looking for quick and meaningful end of year gift ideas for teachers, these cards are just what you need!<\/p>\n Download our FREE Printable \u201cThank You\u201d Cards<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Here\u2019s what some of our Hip Teachers said:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cSpecial Education teacher here. I love to get a homemade card! Even a little flower they picked from the garden. We are often forgotten. A hug and a smile are always welcomed too!\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Roxanne, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cA thank you card! I love getting notes of affirmation from students and parents that are heartfelt. I don\u2019t need things, just really hope for respect for what I do for others\u2019 children!\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Ann, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cGift cards are always nice, but a handmade card from your student will always take the cake! I have every card\/note\/picture my students have given me in a box in my classroom\u2026they\u2019re nice reminders on tough school days.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Bailee, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cFor those with tiny or no budgets for teacher gifts, I can honestly tell you, a sincere note of appreciation, especially if you can be specific about something the teacher did, is way more meaningful than any gift.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Anne, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Hip Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Here\u2019s how to send a FREE Hallmark Card<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n <\/p>\n Teachers take their lunch to school nearly every single day of the year with zero days to treat themselves to lunch at their favorite spot. One of the most requested teacher gifts (by teachers themselves) was simply a fresh hot meal!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Whether it\u2019s a gift card to a meal delivery service<\/a> or you\u2019re having it delivered right to their classroom, this is one teacher appreciation gift idea that will surely be appreciated by anyone. Just be sure to find out what their favorite food is and whether they have any dietary restrictions so your generous gift won\u2019t go to waste!<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n The Original Hotpop Popcorn Maker<\/a> \u2013\u00a0$11.99+<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Help your favorite teacher unwind during their time outside the classroom. While popcorn wasn\u2019t a specific item that teachers requested, many of them commented about how much they loved thoughtful appreciation gift baskets with treats and foods they\u2019ll actually enjoy.<\/p>\n Even better, to create our popcorn gift basket idea, all you need is our favorite collapsible silicone popcorn maker<\/a>, some kernels, a drink, and a little note to tie your vision together! \ud83e\udd29 These baskets make excellent end of year gifts for teachers. Plus, it\u2019s the gift that will keep on giving for years to come! \ud83d\ude4c\ud83c\udffb<\/p>\n Other gift basket ideas include this s\u2019mores gift basket idea from our Hip reader:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cInclude stuff for s\u2019mores, telescoping roasting forks<\/a>, fire flame colors, s\u2019mores themed towel, etc. with an end of school year card that reads \u2018Wish I had s\u2019more time with you, but I\u2019m off to ____ grade\u2019 or \u2018\u2026but it\u2019s time to enjoy summer!\u2019 They\u2019re the perfect teacher gifts for summer!\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Sarah, Hip2Save reader<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Hip Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Is your teacher following a keto lifestyle? Head to our sister site, Hip2Keto, to read about our favorite keto chocolate<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n And this creative beach basket idea from a teacher:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cAnother fun gift basket idea is a magazine, a beach towel and maybe a gift card for a place where you can grab a cool drink and put it into a cute beach bag! I did that for teachers one year (I am also a teacher) and they loved it!!\u201d <\/em>\u2013 Ashlei, Hip2save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n Costa Farms Potted Plants on Amazon<\/a> \u2013\u00a0$14.06+<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Our amazing teachers help our children grow every day and showing your appreciation of their growth in the literal form will be a constant reminder of you and your kiddo\u2019s gratitude.<\/p>\n With potted plants on Amazon starting under $20 shipped and our free printable below, these make some of the best teacher gifts. Plus, they are affordable and easy! \ud83d\ude0d<\/p>\n \u201cOne year I got my kiddo\u2019s teachers tomato plants. They loved them and it wasn\u2019t a momento they had to hang onto. They thought it was the perfect teacher\u2019s gift because summer was here so they could grow and produce tomatoes.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Tiff, Hip2Save reader <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Download our FREE \u201cThanks for helping me grow\u201d printable<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Want to make your own planter?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n As another idea, Lina created this cute and easy ruler planter<\/a>. It\u2019s one of our favorite gift ideas for teachers! It\u2019s minimal enough to go with any teacher\u2019s classroom theme and will look perfect on their desk in the new school year. \ud83e\udd29<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Well, if this idea doesn\u2019t bring you to tears, I\u2019m not sure what will. \ud83d\ude2d Some special education teachers mentioned they tend to be overlooked so let us not forget to remind them just how special they are too!<\/p>\n If you want to stock up your jar with the highest-rated crayons<\/a> and pencils<\/a>, I tested them all so you know just what to buy! Even better, this present could potentially be free if you already have a bunch of new pens and pencils lying around. That\u2019s makes it one of the best end of year teacher gifts in our book!<\/p>\n \u201cI was a Special Ed teacher and the best teacher appreciation gift I ever received was a box of mismatched pens and pencils.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Lynette, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Winbattle Citronella Candle In Coarse Pottery Container<\/a> \u2013\u00a0$15.97+ (regularly $16.99+)<\/strong><\/p>\n The weather is still warm in August and September and teachers want to enjoy it after school hours. A citronella candle will be a welcome addition to their patio. It\u2019s one of our favorite end of the year gifts for teachers because if there\u2019s one thing teachers plan on doing once summer break hits, it\u2019s soaking up the outdoors and kicking back to relax. It\u2019s no wonder a citronella candle is at the top of the list of best teacher gifts!<\/p>\n \u201cEach year I always give a nice outdoor citronella candle with wishes for a wonderful summer. It\u2019s inexpensive but I feel it\u2019s useful and timely and sends a nice message about relaxing and enjoying summer break.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Lori, Hip2Save reader<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Mrs. Meyer\u2019s Room Freshener<\/a> \u2013\u00a0$4.99+ (regularly $6.09+)\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n There\u2019s no denying when kiddos get to a certain age maintaining a fresh classroom can be a job in itself. \ud83d\ude2c While some may find air freshener to be an unusual gift idea, it\u2019s a pretty practical one. Plus, it\u2019s something teachers are sure to appreciate! \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n While there\u2019s an endless amount of options to choose from and so many possibilities for gifting, sticking to a safe and chemical-free product is what I\u2019d recommend gifting to appeal to all teachers. An air freshener is perfect as a beginning of the school year gift and we even made you an adorable printable card<\/a> to attach, too!<\/p>\n Hip Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Love Mrs. Meyer\u2019s products? Find out how you can score over $50 in freebies from Grove Collaborative<\/a> when you place your first order!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Download our FREE \u201cI\u2019m Looking Forwared To A Clean Start\u201d printable<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n One of the best gift ideas for teachers is a classroom donation. A lot of teachers reported shelling out big bucks to stock their own classrooms with supplies. Help your favorite teacher save money by buying books or other useful classroom items. These gifts will come in handy year after year. Plus, since the gift will stay in the classroom, the teacher won\u2019t need to worry about lugging home and storing too many newly acquired items!<\/p>\n \u201cIf someone wants to get me a gift I suggest a book for our classroom library. It saves me money and is a gift that lasts from year to year\u2026I spend thousands of dollars of my salary buying classroom supplies each year. Something that helps me with that means more than anything.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Lisa, Hip2Save reader and teacher\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cI have taught various levels from high school to adult education for 15 years and just a card or a classroom donation means the world.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Meg, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cBest gift would be a Dollar Tree gift card. I can use it for school decor, treasure box toys, supplies, etc.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Mamamia, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Take some time to remind your favorite teacher that they make a positive impact on your child\u2019s life. A box of sunshine is the perfect way to do just that! Fill a box full of yellow goodies and attach our printable card<\/a>. Some ideas include filling the box with yellow candies, cookies, pencils, Burt\u2019s Bees lip balm, or a journal. Whatever you put inside, this thoughtful gift box is sure to get a smile from the teacher!<\/p>\n Download our FREE \u201cBox of Sunshine\u201d printable<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Papermate Flair Pens<\/a> \u2013\u00a0$25.55 If you\u2019re unsure what a teacher\u2019s love language is, it\u2019s Flair pens (and Flair pens only). \ud83d\ude02 According to numerous teachers across the country, gift a pack of Papermate Flair pens and they\u2019ll be thrilled with this top-requested school supply. If you know, you know.<\/em> \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Since we\u2019re pretty Hip around here, I took it one step further to make this affordable gift even better with a cute farewell card to go with them! This is one of the easiest end of year gifts for teachers. If you have a Cricut Joy, you can easily print my card to complete this easy teacher gift idea.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t have a Cricut?\u00a0<\/strong>No problem, my friend! I also created a free downloadable gift tag you can print right at home. It doesn\u2019t get any easier than that!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Print my FREE \u201cFlair-Well\u201d card for Cricut Joy<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Download my FREE \u201cFlair-Well\u201d tag printable<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n While I know I said I listed these teacher gifts in order of most requested, this one actually trumps them all. After reading through hundreds of sweet teacher sentiments, it was very clear what teachers really want is to feel valued and appreciated. \ud83e\udd7a<\/p>\n So this is a reminder to think of the teachers and teacher aids that your kiddo may only see once a week. If you can\u2019t afford a gift at all\u2026just say a special thanks at the beginning and the end of the school year. A sincere expression of gratitude is one of the best teacher gifts and one that will leave them with words that will resonate forever. \u2764\ufe0f<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cPlease remember the \u2018specials\u2019 teachers. A little thank you would be great \u2013 we may only see your child once a week but it\u2019s nice to be remembered.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Erin, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cAny sign of appreciation is loved and gives us joy. Yard flowers in a pickle jar! A middle School Math Teacher.<\/em> \u2764\ufe0f\u201c<\/em> \u2013 Julia, Hip2Save reader and teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n
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These are the best teacher gifts according to actual teachers:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
\n1. Gifts cards so they can treat themselves to something they really want.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Need more gift ideas for teachers? Here are the top requested gift cards to consider:<\/h2>\n
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\n2. A hand-written card they can look back on is one of the best gift ideas for teachers.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n3. A hot meal since they never get to eat lunch out.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n4. A gift basket filled with goodies.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n5. Fun gift ideas for teachers include beautiful plants they can keep in their classroom or take home.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n6. A jar of mixed and matched pens was the most memorable gift a Special Education teacher ever received.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n7. A citronella candle they can enjoy until the warm weather ends.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n8. Air freshener to keep their classroom smelling fresh.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n9. Classroom donations, like books or school supplies, always come in handy.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n10. End the year off on the right foot by sending the teacher a box of sunshine.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n11. Flair pens, and Flair pens only.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n12. Just showing your teacher appreciation is enough.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nWondering what NOT to buy your kiddo\u2019s teachers?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Teachers get hundreds of gifts over the course of their career. Though they might want to, it can be hard to hold onto every gift received. Here\u2019s a list of the top requested items teachers could live without:<\/h2>\n
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