Get inspired by these Back To School Teacher Gift Ideas that are thoughtful and practical and are sure to be appreciated by your child’s new teacher.
By the time the kids are back in school, the teachers have already spent hours getting everything ready for their classroom. Not to mention spending their own money on classroom supplies. I think a back to school gift for teachers is a very thoughtful way to start the year. Today I’m sharing Back To School Teacher Gift Ideas which are some of my favorite gift ideas for teachers and are perfect for the new school year.
Now, we know there are a ton of really cute DIY teacher gift ideas on Pinterest. And, I love them…I really do. The problem with a lot of them, though, is that most teachers wouldn’t actually know what to do with a lot of those really cute homemade gifts.
I’m sure you know which ones I mean…the vases made from pencils, the monograms made from crayons, the cute bell jars with apple-themed lids or etching. They’re great to look at and fun to make, but, as it turns out, most teachers just don’t want more “stuff” that they need to find a place for.
So, to that end…
The back to school teacher gift ideas I’m sharing today all have two things in common: They’re really cute and fun to give, and they’re totally useful for the teachers who are receiving them. Plus, since it’s the beginning of the year, you don’t really know these teachers yet, so it would be hard to pull something together at this point that would be more personalized to their tastes.
Want to get to know your new teachers better so that you can give awesome gifts throughout the year that you KNOW they’ll love? Check out our Teacher Favorite Things printable questionnaire to get all the info you need from the new teacher.
1. Teacher Survival Kit
Of course, we have to kick things off with our own Teacher Survival Kit. Our teachers were thrilled to receive these gift baskets we put together for them. We added items that we knew would help get them through the first day and some supplies that would continue to come in handy. View this post to read more details and get the free printable gift card.
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2. Cookie Teacher Gift with Printable
I really love this Cookie Teacher Gift with a Printable idea from A Pumpkin and a Princess. If your kid is at the point in school where he or she has more than one teacher, then back to school teacher gifts can start to add up to big dollars. How about you bake a dozen or so cookies, then divide them up and spruce up the presentation with an adorable gift box? It’s fun, thoughtful, and won’t break the bank!
Learn more: A Pumpkin and a Princess
3. Teaching is a Messy Job Back to School Gift Basket
This Teaching is a Messy Job Back to School Gift Basket is adorable, but what I *really* love about it is the little “Call me if you need a hand” gift tag. It’s so easy to just give a teacher a gift and then be done, but offering to give your time to your kids’ teacher is huge.
I know teachers appreciate it when parents are willing to step up and help when needed, so this simple gesture of adding your phone number to your teacher’s gift is really meaningful.
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4. Pencil Tube Paper Gift Holder
How fun is this DIY pencil gift box from Hello Wonderful? If you’re trying to choose between doing a crafty gift versus something more practical for your kid’s teachers this year, you don’t have to choose! Grab a handful of school supplies, then make your own gift box to put them in. I promise any teacher would love to get a gift box that you made filled with supplies.
Learn more: Hello Wonderful
5. Ice Breaker Back To School Teacher Gift
I think this Ice Breaker Back To School Teacher Gift is such a wonderful idea to give to your new teacher. This super cute practical gift consists of a box of mints with a small booklet of interesting facts or “Ice Breakers” to play off the name of the mints. I you love this idea grab the Ice Breakers free printable labels via the link below.
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6. Succulent Gift: “We Grow When Things Are Hard” Printable
If you’re an eco-conscious parent this thoughtful Succulent Gift: “We Grow When Things Are Hard” is wonderful. All you need is a little potted plant, brown paper, photo picks, twine and this sweet printable tag. The perfect gift for your teacher to keep on their desk.
Learn more: Gluesticks
7. Start the Year off “WRITE” First Day of School Teacher Gift
To put together this lovely Start the Year off “WRITE” First Day of School Teacher Gift you will need some trendy notepads and pencils and this free printable. Or kick it up a notch by adding a gift card to a store where the teachers can buy any supplies they might still need.
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8. Quick Back To School Teacher’s Gift She/He Will Actually Want
It can’t get easier and more practical than this Quick Back To School Teacher’s Gift She/He Will Actually Want. Grab some children’s scissors, twine and this free printable tag and you’ve got a great simple gift for your new teacher.
Learn more: Simple Everyday Mom
9. Sharpie Teachers Gift Printable
There’s no need to be very spendy with your back to school gift. This Sharpie Teachers Gift Printable is perfectly simple, with just the cute printable and a few Sharpie markers. You can add a hand-written message on the back to personalize it a bit more if you like.
Learn more: The Suburban Mom
10. DIY Apple Paper Lunch Sack for Back to School
These DIY Apple Paper Lunch Sacks for Back to School are supposed to be lunch sacks. But, instead of using small brown bags, just swap them out for bigger, grocery-sized, brown bags. Once your bags are painted, fill them with teacher supplies, yummy treats, a survival kit, or anything else you think your teachers will love! These gift bags are perfect for the crafty mom looking for teacher gift ideas.
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11. Back to School Teacher Gift with FREE Printable Tags
Here’s another thoughtful Back to School Teacher Gift with a Free Printable Tags idea. Fill a storage organizer with school supplies and then download, print and color the fun pencil and crayon tags to put on top and finish with a ribbon.
Learn more: Creatively Beth
12. Teacher Gift Card Printable
Finally, we have the gift that you just can’t go wrong with. Pick up a gift card from Target or Staples and tuck it into a fabulous gift card holder, and you’re set! Head to the link below to download this Teacher Gift Card Printable.
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13. Cute First Day of School Gift for Teacher with Printable Tag
Greet your teacher with this Cute First Day of School Gift for Teacher with a Printable Tag. This practical budget-friendly gift will help your kid’s teacher out with the supplies they need for the new school year.
Learn more: Hunny I’m Home
14. First Day of School Teacher Gift Idea
I love the use of the supply caddy in this First Day of School Teacher Gift Idea. It makes a wonderful gift container to fill with teacher supplies and treats and you can use a Cricut to personalize the supply caddy with the teacher’s name which gives it a nice personal touch. Grab the printable “Happy First Day of School” tag to finish it off.
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15. Easy Cookie or Candy Teacher Gifts
Keep it super simple with this sweet Easy Cookie or Candy Teacher Gifts idea. Print these “Looking forward to a sweet school year” gift tags and create a quick and inexpensive gift for the first day of school. You can use pretty packaged homemade cookies, brownies or just shop-bought chocolate bars or candy and you’re sorted.
Learn more: The Savvy Sparrow
16. DIY EOS Lip Balm Teacher Gift Idea
Too busy? This adorable DIY EOS Lip Balm Teacher Gift Idea is simple, inexpensive and practical and you can put it together in just minutes. Everyone loves EOS lip balm so grab the red version and this free printable and you have an awesome gift.
Learn more: Angie Holden
17. Back to School Teacher’s Chalkboard Tote
If you fancy a little DIY project then you might love this Back to School Teacher’s Chalkboard Tote idea. Pack away all the teacher’s supplies and goodies into this adorable tote bag with a creative design with a yellow “ruler” border, apple sequin applique and a message written in chalk.
Learn more: A Night Owl
18. Back To School “Colorful New Year” Printable Gift Tag
In case you still after more inspiration here’s one more Back To School “Colorful New Year” Printable Gift Tag for you to download. This Pinterest-worthy style back to school tag is perfect to add to colorful Sharpie markers.
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