We researched the best gifts to say thank you, from practical picks they can use at school, to thoughtful items for their time away from work. Our favorites include the Pottery Barn Mini Faux Potted Orchid, the Yeti Rambler Insulated Cup, and a Personalized Rubber Stamp from Etsy. Here are the best gifts for educators. There are approximately eight blooms on each plant, handcrafted from polyester, plastic, and styrofoam with a wired center. Though fake, the orchid has a super realistic look that adds a bit of class and freshness to any space, but without all the hassle and high cost of buying, caring for, and replacing real plants. The extremely lightweight pot and plant can easily be wiped clean with a soft, dry cloth in case of dirt or dust.
Convenience
Remember, the teacher needs to get this gift home, likely on a day when they are receiving many gifts. Consider the convenience of carrying your present to their car or on public transportation. For instance, everyone loves flowers, but does the teacher have a vase to keep them in water until school lets out? It’s a great idea to keep the gift on the smaller side.
Nothing Too Sensible
While we all know teachers deserve the best school supplies available, and unfortunately sometimes foot the bill themselves, it might be more thoughtful to gift something for the teacher and not for their classroom. Keep the gift personable and not too practical.
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This roundup was written by Julia Fields a lifestyle writer for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays since October 2021. Before that, she covered similar topics including toy reviews, product roundups, expert-focused articles, and more. Additional reporting was done by Patrice Williams, an NYC-based writer specializing in lifestyle hacks, home decor, and product recommendations. She writes about the latest and greatest products for The Spruce.
