After the last few years, it feels like we can all agree that a good teacher is such a gift! With the holidays coming, this is the time of year where many parents want to show their appreciation with an individual or classroom gift, but sometimes it can be hard to know what to give a teacher. We definitely don't want to be cliché and give them anything with an apple theme or another coffee mug filled with candy — ask any teacher and they will confirm that they get multiple mugs every year!
So, we want to find gifts that are unusual, that are regiftable if it isn't the teacher's jam (so nothing with faces of their students on it!), and that fit a variety of budgets. And, honestly, we nailed it.
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Charcuterie Kit
$349
from
Platterful
Here's an amazing classroom gift for a teacher who is also a bit of a foodie! This six-month subscription to Platterful includes a monthly delivery of a bunch of yummy cheeses, meats, nuts, and other goodies so a teacher can make a delicious charcuterie tray. This is also available in one-month or annual subscriptions and different sizes, so the more parents who chip in, the more treats teacher can get! Use the code CAFEMOMFREESHIP for free shipping!
Peloton Puffer Tote
For teachers who are riding with the #pelotonteachers tag on the leaderboard, this Peloton puffer tote is a perfect idea. The tote is waterproof and big enough to haul a laptop, a stack of papers to grade, and whatever else a teacher needs to get through the day!
Orange Dreamsicle Cupcakes Baking Kit
$39.99
from
Bake Eat Love
How amazing do those cupcakes look? So good! We only suggest this baking kit for teachers who have expressed a love of baking or a love of all things citrus! This kit includes a zesting tool and all the ingredients they need to make a batch of these heavenly looking treats. Save 10% with the code CAFEMOM10.
Unreal Holiday Wine & Chocolate Set
$39
from
Scout and Cellar
Is there anything better than a truly excellent piece of chocolate and a nice glass of wine at the end of a long day? This set which features four cans of Dove Hunt Dog Cabernet Sauvignon and two bags of Unreal chocolates is sure to be appreciated, but probably better to send to teacher's house if there are rules about having alcohol on school grounds!
Clevr Blends Holiday Starter Kit
Both Meghan Markle and Oprah are big fans of the lattes from Clevr brand. These super tasty drinks include are blended with adaptogens and mushrooms (for a little extra energy boosting) and are creamy thanks to the nondairy creamer. The kit comes with a handy frother, a beautiful scoop, two bags of latte mix (we love the mocha and the chai!) and fun latte sprinkle for the top! This is an awesome way to get coffee shop coffee for a teacher stuck in the classroom all day!
Marshmallow Lavender Warmies Slippers
A teacher who is on her feet all day will love these super soft slippers that are actually designed to be popped into the microwave to get warmed up. When they are warm, the French lavender smell is released and the whole situation is super cozy and soothing!
Welly 20-Ounce Traveler Bottle
We love this sleek water bottle from Welly for a couple of reasons. First, the lid can be clipped onto a bag, making it easy for a teacher to carry with all the rest of their stuff. Second, it will keep drinks cool for hours, which is great for teachers who don't get a lot of breaks to refill their drinks. Plus, it looks so sleek and elegant.
Chai Caramel Syrup
One of the things we're looking for in a teacher's gift is the chance to surprise them with something they maybe haven't tried before and this chai caramel syrup from Just Date is an affordable but fancy treat that fits that bill! This delicious syrup is made with organic dates and organic coconut milk is so good when added to coffee or tea!
DYMO LetraTag 200 Bluetooth Label Maker
Some teachers, like us, are still obsessed with school supplies and all things organizational. For teachers who'd much rather have something practical to keep their classroom running smoothly than a box full of chocolate, the DYMO LetraTag label maker is a smart choice. This one connects to an app, so teachers can make labels on their smartphone and then print them directly to this label maker. Gold star!
Wine Advent Calendar Set
Here's another fun option that maybe shouldn't get delivered to the school! This 24 count collection of wine from around the world is a nice way to for a teacher to sample a few new bottles during their off hours. We suspect they've earned it!
Glade Plugins Lavender & Aloe
We recently visited a fifth grade classroom after recess and it was, well, fragrant and not it a delightful way. Since we can't give every kid in a class their own deodorant (as much as a teacher might appreciate that) we can hook a teacher up with some Glade Plugins in a fresh and relaxing scent to help control the classroom funk.
Cocomels Chocolate-Covered Toffee Bark Gift Box
One of the challenges of having a kid in middle or high school is that we don't always know all of their teachers as well, so we don't know if they have allergies or dietary restrictions. The Cocomels Chocolate-Covered Toffee Bark is a smart choice here! First, at less that $12 we can order enough for multiple teachers and, second, these tasty treats are vegan and gluten-free, making it a safer choice for folks we don't know as well.
Burt’s Bees Merry Melon Holiday Gift Set
The teachers who are outside all winter supervising recess deserve a medal and some extra moisturizing this holiday center! This yummy smelling set from Burt's Bees has two lip balms and a hand cream and can be quickly picked up at CVS on the way to school!
Create-a-Quill DIY Quilling Kit
$28
from
Quilling Card
Here's a fun gift for art teachers or other teachers who love to craft! Quilling, which is a kind of 3D paper art, is something they may not have tried yet, so this starter kit is a great way to learn. Use the code CAFEMOM20 for 20% off on orders under $80.
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