Mark your calendars because Teacher Appreciation Week is here! It always takes place the first full week of May, which means that in 2025, it starts on Monday, May 5, and goes until Friday, May 9.
55 Teacher Appreciation Week Ideas
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2. DIY a friendship bracelet
Thanks to Taylor Swift, friendship bracelets are more popular than ever. If your child has a favorite teacher or two at their school, encourage them to express their gratitude by making them friendship bracelets.
4. Let them escape to the movies
Chances are, your child’s teacher is a film buff! Gifting them a movie pass or two so they can see an upcoming flick will make their day.
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6. Make a donation in your teacher’s name
Sometimes coming up with a unique, yet great gift is hard. One thoughtful thing you can do is to give back on behalf of your child’s teacher by donating to a charity or foundation in their honor.
8. Find an apple charm bracelet
While apples may be an outdated gift, an apple charm bracelet isn’t. It gives a subtle nod to a teacher’s profession and allows them to keep adding on other charms on it through the years.
10. DIY some bookmarks
If there’s one thing teachers do a lot of is read. That’s why it’ll be extra special for your child to make a couple of bookmarks for them. Don’t forget to laminate them once they finish, so they’ll be nice and sturdy.
12. Search for a cute desk plant
A small potted succulent or a cute faux plant with a pretty pot makes for a great gift! Remember to have your child attach a kind note to it saying something like, “Thanks for helping me grow and learn this year!”Related: These 75 Different Types of Succulents Are Not Only Gorgeous—but Also Hard To Kill
14. Spoil a teacher with candy
Don’t just get candy bars for your child’s teacher, place fun notes with them too. Attach something saying, like “It’s been a JOY to be in your class” to an Almond Joy and “You’re O-FISH-ALLY my favorite teacher!” to Swedish Fish.
16. Whip up some cookies
Find out what your child’s teacher’s favorite cookies are and channel your inner baker. You can even use school-themed cookie cutters to make them look extra cute.
18. Film a thank you video
This gift is priceless! Have your child say a few nice things they love about their teacher and why they are thankful for them on camera. Then email the short clip to their teacher as a sweet surprise.
20. Make a snack box
Sometimes teachers are so busy grading papers and planning their lessons during their lunch hour that they skip their meals. Making them a snack box with all kinds of foods that they can munch on when they don’t have time for a full lunch, will be something they’ll be so grateful for.
21. Keep them caffeinated
Being a teacher takes lots of energy! Help keep them feeling their best with an assortment of coffees. You can put them in a basket or use ribbon to tie a big bow around them.
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23. Donate books
Teachers usually buy their own supplies, including fun books for their students to read in their classrooms. That’s why they’ll treasure this gift. You can buy brand-new ones, or you can go to a local thrift store or yard sale and grab a bunch.
25. Craft a customized tote bag
Get a large canvas tote bag and add custom letter patches to the front! Then fill it up with school supplies that a teacher could use in their classroom.
27. Treat a teacher to a manicure
Who wouldn’t love this gift? It’s the perfect way to pamper a teacher and make them feel appreciated.
29. Buy a 'World’s Best Teacher' mug
Chances are your child’s teacher likes to drink tea or coffee during the day. Finding them an adorable mug that says something like “World’s Best Teacher” will make them smile whenever they sip from it.
31. Give them fuzzy slippers
Since teachers are on their feet all day long, a nice pair of slippers they can put on after a long day is ideal. Receiving some as a present will make their day.
33. Invest in a classroom accessory
A stylish mini desk fan is a great gift idea! You can find one in pink or even gold nowadays that will not only help keep their classroom cool but add some flair to it as well. Don’t forget to add a fun note to it saying something like, “I’m your biggest fan!”
35. Bring in a picnic basket full of snacks
With summer approaching, get creative and give a teacher a cute picnic basket filled with snacks, school supplies and a kind note. Trust us, they’ll be so surprised when they see everything inside.
37. Paint a one-of-a-kind ornament
Even though December is nowhere near, having your child paint a teacher a custom Christmas ornament is such a thoughtful idea. You can go to a local craft store and pick up everything you need in one stop, including ribbon to hang it up with.Related: Show Your Appreciation for Educators With These 100 Best Teacher Quotes
39. Embrace a comfy gift
Everyone likes fuzzy blankets. A cozy one in your school colors or a handmade one would make an amazing gift.
41. Introduce them to aromatherapy
Sweet-smelling reed diffusers are a great desk accessory for a teacher. You can find them in all kinds of calming scents, including lavender.
43. Give an Amazon gift card
If you’re thinking about giving a teacher a present, you can’t go wrong with a one-size-fits-all gift card from Amazon. It’s a one-stop shop for anything they may need for their classroom or want in their personal life.
45. Create a words of encouragement jar
Have your child cut out strands of colored paper and then write different encouraging phrases and inspirational quotes on them. Once finished, they can fold them up and place them in a glass jar so their teacher can pull one out and read it when they’re having a bad day.
47. Bring in doughnuts
Treat your child’s class and teacher to breakfast one day by buying doughnuts for everyone. Make sure you add in a note saying something like, “We doughnut what we’d do without you!” (Remember to ask the school if there are any rules about bringing in food for the whole classroom.)
49. Encourage them to pursue their talents
Consider giving a teacher a Master Class gift certificate. It’ll encourage them to learn something new or to learn something taught by someone who inspires them.
51. Gift them a nice dinner on you
Treat your son or daughter’s teacher to a meal on you. It’ll be a kind gesture that lets them know you appreciate all they do for your child.
53. Venmo them
A simple gift that will make a big impact is Venmoing a teacher. Doing so will give them the chance to use your gift in whatever way they need to in that moment, from buying school supplies to putting it toward their rent, to buying food.
55. Bring them a 'Favorite teacher' cake
Think of Teacher Appreciation Week as your child’s favorite teacher’s birthday and buy them a cake. Make sure you include a sweet message on it to make it extra special.Up Next:
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