The Best Teacher Gifts For Every Budget

Few people have what it takes to be a teacher. It requires patience, organization and passion. Teaching is an act of love that often goes unappreciated. At the holidays, it’s a great time to show teachers gratitude for the hard work and care they bring to their jobs.

We’ve compiled some great gifts for any teacher and any budget. These gifts will be sure to make them smile and motivate them for another semester.

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Teacher Appreciation Gift Box, $25.99 — This gift box, filled with things any teacher can use, is a sweet reminder of how much they are appreciated for their hard work. Included in the box are a coffee cup, apple-scented candle, apple and pencil keychain, funny socks and a thank-you card. It’s ready for wrapping!

ElegantPark Teacher Appreciation Gift, $17.99 — A thoughtful gift for elementary school teachers, this double-wall vacuum-insulated cup will keep any beverage — hot or cold — the perfect temperature. The cup holds 12 ounces and is great for coffee or an after-hours beverage. The tumbler comes inside a gift box and includes a clear lid and reusable straw.

Knock Knock Why You're the Best Teacher Ever Fill-in-the-Blank Gift Journal, $11.77 — This personalized gift is sure to make any teacher smile. For the child who is thoughtful and wants to make the gift special, each page can be personalized with their answers to the questions. The book has a hard cover and contains 112 pages.

Laptop Backpack, $39.99 — Toting around a computer and schoolwork to grade can be wearing. This stylish backpack will make lugging items to and from school a little bit easier. The backpack has multiple compartments to fit a laptop and tablet, power bank, A4 files, wallet, clothing and more. It has an elastic pocket on each side to hold a water bottle or umbrella. It also includes a USB charging port with a built-in charging cable tucked inside. It also includes RFID protection pockets to ensure credit cards and other information cannot be stolen.

Cleverfy Aromatherapy Shower Steamers, $19.99 — The perfect answer to a stressful day, these shower steamers will melt away any tension. Simply place one of the shower fizzies in the corner of the shower and let the aromatherapy begin. The set comes with six scents: lavender, menthol/eucalyptus, vanilla, watermelon, grapefruit and peppermint.

Brother P-touch, Easy-to-Use Label Maker, $34.99 — Every teacher knows organization in the classroom is critical. This label maker will simplify finding items and keep the class moving. The P-Touch has convenient one-touch keys to make it easy to choose a font, symbols, frames and templates. It also allows a user to preview before printing. This label maker has 14 fonts, 97 frames and more than 600 symbols.

Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, $19.59 — Whether teachers are grading papers or creating posters for the classroom, these felt tip pens will be put to good use. The medium-point pens have a point guard to prevent the tip from fraying. The quick-drying water-based ink reduces smudging. And they will not bleed through paper. The package includes 24 pens.

Alex and Ani Divine Guides Expandable Bangle Bracelet, $34.00 — This is a great reminder for any teacher that they are both guarding and guiding children toward their future goals. The bracelet has a guardian angel symbol and guiding star on the front and the words “Guiding Light” engraved on the back. This meaningful bracelet is made in the USA of a nickel-free brass/copper metal mix.

Bertiveny Teacher Stamps for Grading, $18.79 — These rainbow-colored stamps are a great way to encourage students and build their confidence. The package includes eight color stamps with designs including Awesome, Excellent, Well Done and more! The stamps are self-inking, make over 30,000 impressions and come inside a storage tray.

Wampumtuk Being A Teacher is Easy Coffee Mug, $13.99 — For the teacher in your life, this funny mug acknowledges the incredible work they do day in and day out. The mug has printing on both sides. It is dishwasher and microwave safe. The mug is 100 percent ceramic and will be sure to make them nod in agreement, daily.

I Teach What's Your Superpower? Sweatshirt, $31.95 — This fun novelty gift will keep them warm and cozy on cold school days. The sweatshirt is made of 50 percent cotton and 50 percent polyester, and is machine-washable.

Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, $89.00 — Between early mornings and late afternoon tutoring — not to mention late-night lesson planning at home — what teacher has time to cook? The Instant Pot makes cooking a breeze and offers options for slow or fast cooking. The Instant Pot has 13 customizable smart programs and can pressure cook, slow cook, saute, make yogurt, steam and warm food. Its stainless steel exterior makes cleanup easy; and the lid, inner pot and accessories are dishwasher-safe.

KROSER Laptop Briefcase, $29.96 — Keep folders and tech gear safely stowed away in this waterproof bag. It has a padded compartment for laptops to withstand accidental bumps. The bag is expandable from 7.1 inches to 9.1 inches. It comes with a detachable, anti-skid shoulder strap.

Burt's Bees Gift Set, $13.96 — Self-care is mandatory. This Burt’s Bees hand spa gift set will offer a moment of relaxation while keeping their hands in top shape. The set includes shea butter hand repair cream, almond and milk hand cream, lemon butter cuticle cream and a pair of cotton gloves. All the products are tucked inside an organza pouch, ready for gift giving.

The Ghirardelli Chocolate Gift Tower, $29.43 — Show them how sweet you think they are with this gift tower, which includes Ghirardelli's finest assortment of chocolates. Any chocolate lover will appreciate this gift, which includes chocolate squares, hot cocoa mix, chocolate chip cookies and dark chocolate drizzled caramel corn.