20 Best Gifts for Teachers, According to Educators Themselves

Brighten your favorite teacher’s windowsill with an easy grow kit that will waft the soothing scent of lavender across their desk.

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Multiple teachers said that cookies help them get through the slumps in the school day, and we’re certain yours will love this tasty sampler from buzzy New York dessert shop Milk Bar.

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Pre-K and kindergarten teachers hold a special place in your child’s developmental journey—and this relationship is beautifully laid out in this touching book that’s simple enough for your little one to read and relate to too. Let them scrawl a thank-you note inside the cover to make it memorable.

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No teacher—nay, person—can have enough fun socks. This delightful pair nods to the bygone days of library cards—a nostalgic surprise for the voracious reader or librarian.

Stationery personalized with their name is such a distinguished and meaningful gift for the teacher who prefers a handwritten note over an email.

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A tote bag that zips closed is both personal and practical, especially for the teacher who needs to stay prepared at all times with water bottles, lesson plans, Band-Aids, and more. Customize this cult-fave L.L.Bean tote with their initials or a quirky message (“Best Teacher Ever” or “Keep Out!” maybe).

Taylor recommends gifting anything that has a pleasant aroma, so this candle (which will make your teacher’s home smell exactly like Anthropologie) is sure to please.

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A personalized gift stamp that says “From the library of…” makes it tough for anyone to “borrow” their books without permission.

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Gift them this instant camera (and film) along with a scrapbook, so they can save photos of their students in one place.

A Sugarwish gift card lets the teacher put together a custom box from over 40 savory snacks—including cheesy crackers, trail mixes, and nuts. It’s a delicious teacher appreciation gift if you’re not sure what their food preferences are.

Celebrate both your teacher’s contribution to your child’s education and the start of another summer season. They made it! And what sweeter way to show your gratitude than a tiny bottle stuffed with champagne-flavored gummies?

School supplies are almost always a great gift for teachers. Functionality’s a plus (see Lysol wipes or Kleenex boxes), but there’s no reason the present can’t be cute. We’re partial to this colorful label maker, which they can endlessly use for printable organization and lesson plans, especially in high school, middle school, and elementary classrooms that have lots of moving parts.

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How cute is this tote illustrated with classic novels? They can store their favorite reads or Kindle in it.

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Surprise them with an out-of-left-field soft-serve maker. It’s the perfect end-of-year teacher gift, since they’ll have a little more time during the summer to experiment with their favorite fruits and flavors.

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A zippered, monogrammable jewelry case like this one is an elegant, thoughtful way for them to keep their bits and baubles safe as they commute from home to school (or, hopefully, on a long-weekend trip!).

This coffee maker is high on Navarro’s list, since her school’s lounge doesn’t have one. This year it might be worth going in on a Keurig with a few other parents if you know your child’s teacher loves a fresh cup of coffee. They can remove the drip tray in order to slide in a travel mug, so they can grab and go.

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Handmade gifts are always welcome. “My favorite gift from a student was a small jar that the parent decorated, and then added Hershey’s Kisses inside,” Shanelle Ziegler, a kindergarten teacher in Glendale, Arizona, says. It’s a fun way to incorporate your child’s art skills too.

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There are two major perks to a coffee subscription: It boasts high-quality, freshly roasted blends from the around the world and delivers to their door (no need to hit the grocery store).