Here are 21+ of thebest back to school teacher gifts that you can easily DIY with just a few supplies and a little bit of time.
Do you have fond memories of your teachers from elementary school? I can’t remember all the details but I remember Mrs. Rudisill.
She was a kind, tall woman who was my first grade teacher. (I think. Who can remember all those years ago?!)
I was the gawky shy kid (still am sometimes!) She always encouraged me and made me feel so welcomed and valued in that new school year.
Books were my friends back then, and Mrs. Rudisill made sure we learned to read and love them as well.
Fast forward to 1994 and our decision to homeschool. Our oldest daughter was five and it was time to decide her future education. Little did I know we would end up adopting a sibling group off three children and homeschooling all five over 23 years.
I know my love of learning was planted early through a caring teacher. Even if you’re not a homeschool mom, you want to encourage the precious men and women who teach your children diligently every day with small gifts. This Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix is a favorite back to school teacher gift for your child’s teacher!
Today I’ve rounded up 21+ back to school teacher gift ideas from my favorite bloggers. Spend a few minutes with your kids and find a project to surprise and delight those new teachers this year!
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Teachers can always use a few extra supplies at the beginning of the year, so if you need a fun back to school gift idea this year, this notebook and gift tag are perfect!
Bean bags are a pretty quick project to complete. They would be a fantastic gift to make for a primary teacher in your life and there are LOTS of great ways to use them!
Organizer for Pencils and Markers from Juggling Act Mama
This upcycled desk organizer for the classroom is inexpensive and easy! By using some simple and inexpensive items, you can create a heartfelt back to school teacher gift.
This easy wooden DIY ruler pencil holder is a quick and simple project made from scrap wood to organize a student desk or a DIY teacher appreciation gift.
5 creative ways to pack your homemade bath bombs (including an apple one) and present them as gifts for teachers. Each method comes with a free printable.
If you are looking for an easy DIY teacher gift for that special teacher in your child’s life, look no further! This is a super simple DIY gift for teachers that can be put together in just a few minutes.
These gifts are great for teacher appreciation week or for gifts throughout the year. You could also add a special note or a gift card to make them even better. Most of the items are from the dollar store, so these gift ideas really are inexpensive to make.
Check out these fun tote gift bags and cup and other fun ideas you can score at the Dollar Store. PLUS print your FREE Teacher’s Favorites List and give it to your teacher.
This handmade chalkboard clipboard can be used all year. The writing is done with a white marker, so it resembles the look of chalk but stays put when the chalkboard is wiped off.
Washi Tape Clipboard from Cookies Coffee and Crafts
Made with wash tape this clipboard is colorful, pretty and personalized. Would make a great first day of school for child's new teacher, teacher appreciation or as a gift for the holidays.
It can be nerve wracking on the first day of the school year to meet your child’s new teacher. A small token of gratitude and hope for the new school year could help ease your child’s anxiety.
Many teachers use their own money to purchase school necessities for their classrooms. Sending more than the required supplies like extra sharpies, hand sanitizer, glue sticks, etc. would be appreciated!
An Amazon gift card or even one from Starbucks would make a great teacher gift and allow flexibility for the teacher as he/she begins the school year.
