Sending your kids off to school is all rainbows and butterflies until that time of year again, and again, and AGAIN when presents are in order.
It’s hard enough trying to come up with a birthday present for that kid who gave your kid one. But now it’s Christmas, the teacher’s birthday, end of the school year, or just simply Teacher’s Appreciation Week and you have to rack your brains for a creative, useful gift that won’t break the bank for a teacher you’ve already given ten other “thoughtful” gifts to already!
If you ask any teacher, I’m sure they’d politely tell you that a gift card to Starbucks or Amazon is most appreciated. Secretly though, you don’t want to look like a cheapo with that $10 gift card, but anything more will cut deeper into your wallet than you’d like. So, you want to find a gift that looks like it cost more than a worthy gift card, that will not just end up on the teacher’s massive collection of cups and candles, and something he/she may actually want. Here are some suggestions to help you navigate through this difficult decision.
1. Desktop USB Air Purifier
In a perfect world sick kids will stay home. However, we do not live in a perfect world and the classroom is probably one of the most dangerous, contaminated, virus plagued places in the world. Help prevent substitute teachers with this budget friendly air purifier from Amazon with almost 5,000 5-star reviews. Plus, if the teacher uses this in the classroom, your kid will benefit too!
2. Phone and Tablet Stand
COVID has changed our lives in many ways, and to most parents’ dismay, remote learning is one of the biggest things we’ve had to adapt to during this time. Unfortunately and fortunately, remote learning is probably here to stay in many scenarios. This high-quality cellphone and tablet stand will make the extra screen time with remote classes much more comfortable for teachers. It is height adjustable with an ergonomic design.
3. Facial Sheet Masks
Okay, most of us would love to give our favorite teachers a gift certificate for a relaxing spa day. However, most of us barely want to spend that much on ourselves. So here’s a great alternative for treating your favorite teacher to some at home beauty! Sheet masks are a great way to help replenish beauty and reduce the fine lines and wrinkles that our kids most likely gave them in the first place.
4. Portable Rechargeable USB Blender
This portable blender is perfect for teachers who are on the go. It is often difficult or impossible for teachers to leave the school to pick up lunch or breakfast. So, this is an excellent alternative for teachers to enjoy a smoothie without leaving the school premises.
5. Selfie Stick and Tripod Combo
Everyone can use a selfie stick. Sure, it’s a little silly to use, but regardless, it an amazing tool to have when you need to capture that perfect Insta-worthy photo. Plus, it can double up as a beating stick when the kids in class are misbehaving (okay, bad joke, I know. Our kids are always well behaved).
6. Customized Tote Bag
We’ve all seen teachers schlep around books and papers and art supplies. This customized tote bag will help them do that in style, while also giving them the recognition they deserve.
7. Wireless Charging Pad
For teachers who spend most of their day in the classroom, this will be an amazing gift to help them conveniently charge their phones. Especially for teachers of younger children who has parents who want to receive pictures and updates of everything that their kid is doing throughout the day (you know who you are). This will save their phones from constantly being pulled on and off the charger. Plus, with over 118,000 ratings, this has got to be one of the bestselling items on Amazon!
8. Disinfectant Wipes or Supplies
When in doubt, disinfecting wipes are practical and something anyone can use. During these crazy times, and even during regular times, kids are gross, yes, your kids too. So any kind of disinfectant will be a good gift.
9. Snack Box
You can’t go wrong with snacks. This box of 45 snacks is packaged and ready to be gifted. No need to put anything together yourself. It’s sure to have something for everyone!
However, feel free to DIY this yourself for a much more cost-effective option! Just pick up a pretty box or basket and fill it up with your favorite snacks!
10. BlenderBottle
I know, the last thing we want to give is another cup to a teacher who has way too many already. But this is more than just a cup, it’s the original BlenderBottle! This bottle has a tight seal with a surgical grade wire whisk to make blending any shakes easy and convenient. Plus, it now has the coolest designs for the nerdy teachers at heart like this Harry Potter themed one, or this Marvel themed one.