In the next couple of weeks, it will be Teacher Appreciation Week, starting May 8th. Today I will be sharing some thoughts to remind us why teachers are so important and how hard they truly work. Then, a few ideas on how one can show them appreciation with gifts they really want.

Teacher Duties

Teachers work so hard on the daily to educate children. Whether you are your own child’s teacher or you had to help them while learning online; you got to experience a little of what all a teacher does.

They take care of a lot more than 1 child. They have to be up to date on education, clearances and trainings to keep our children safe and learning the best way possible. They will tie shoes, wipe noses, and remind students to wash their hands. They encourage kindness to others and foster an environment of cooperation and including those who are left out.

They’re constantly doing assessments making sure our children are on par and retaining the information they are being taught.

Appreciation

Now, let’s list some gifts that teachers will enjoy and use.

1. Pens and/or markers.
2. Heartfelt note (see the free printable)
3. Food (gift card or actual food delivered. You could give them a menu and pick something they want)
4. Gift card (examples: starbucks, target, walmart, dunkin donuts, panera, local spot)
5. Potted flower
6. Personalized note pad
7. Something for the classroom (book, crayons, pencils, erasers, dry erase markers…)
8. A fun idea is an Emergency Kit: that could include bandaids, gum, granola, chocolate, gift card, chapstick, pen/marker, sanitizer,

Variety

There are so many teachers that play a role in our child’s life that we can think of and appreciate. There are bible class teachers, music teachers, sports educators, tutors, one on one instructors.