Looking for awesome back to school teacher gifts to start the year on the right foot and show your appreciation for your kids’ hard-working teachers? These first day of school teacher gifts are sure to please!
The first day of school is an exciting time for students and teachers alike – not to mention the parents. Sure, we get all teary-eyed when we take those first day of school photos and walk them to their classroom.
But those blissful child-free hours wandering around Target and consecutive moments of silence are pretty nice too! And you know who deserves some appreciation for that?
Our teachers!
Teachers are everyday heroes, and they deserve some extra love at the beginning of (and during) the school year! Educators wear so many different hats, and it goes without saying that they don’t get nearly enough props for all they do.
That’s why I’ve compiled the ultimate list of back to school gift ideas for teachers you can draw from all year long. Most of these are super cute, easy to assemble, and inexpensive! So whether you’re starting the back to school prep in June or the night before the big day, I have you covered!
Markers, Pens, and Pencils Teacher Gifts
First Day of School Marker Printable Teacher Gift
This low-prep and inexpensive back to school teacher gift from On My Kids Plate is perfect if you have multiple kids with more than one teacher. Just print out the free tag on cardstock and add Sharpies, dry erase or wet erase markers.
Classroom Supply Organizer Back to School Teacher Gift
I absolutely love this back to school teacher gift from Creatively Beth because of the cute acrylic organizer! Fill the drawers with back to school essentials for your child’s classroom and maybe a gift card just for the teacher! Your child can even help by coloring the cute printable pencil tag!
Adorable Back to School Teacher Gift Tags
If you’re someone who likes options when it comes to back to school teacher gifts, check out these adorable gift tags from Room Mom Rescue! There are four cute options to choose from, and you can customize the items for each one.
Paper Mate Flair Pens Teacher Gift
It’s no secret that teachers LOVE Paper Mate Flair pens, and now you can also support your child’s school. Paper Mate has partnered with Box Tops for Education so that you can feel extra good about this back to school teacher gift!
Washi Tape Pencils and Gift Tags
These washi tape pencils from One Simple Party are a super creative teacher gift, and they’re a simple way to add a touch of elegance to any teacher’s desk. Choose a variety of washi tape designs, add the sweet apple-shaped gift tag, and you’re all set!
“Colorful New Year” Tags for Marker Gifts
Every teacher could use just a few more Sharpies, so why not give them a “colorful New Year” this school year? Grab a package of brightly colored Sharpies and print this fun Sharpie marker gift tag from Sew Woodsy to complete the look. You can even use your Cricut machine!
Easy Sharpie Marker Teacher Gifts with Free Printable Gift Tags
These free printable teacher gift tags add a little something special to a package of Sharpie markers. Attach the tag with a colorful ribbon and Presto! Your child’s back to school teacher gift is ready to be hand-delivered!
First Day of School Teacher Gift Tote with Supplies
This super cute personalized plastic bin with school supplies from See Vanessa Craft is perfect for organizing classroom knick-knacks! And the free printable gift tag is perfect for a wide variety of back to school gifts for teachers!
Teacher Survival Kit Gift Ideas
Today’s teachers need our love and support, which is why these teacher survival kit gifts are such a great idea! Here are a few options:
Back to School Teacher Survival Kit
This teacher survival kit from Temecula Blogs has everything an elementary teacher needs to keep the germs at bay and stay healthy this school year! I like the large tub container idea because teachers can repurpose it in the classroom or at home.
DIY Teacher Survival Kit
There are four things that every teacher needs to survive the school year, and this cute teacher survival kit has them all! You can find all the items needed for this back to school teacher gift at your local Dollar Store or Dollar Tree, so it’s also easy on the wallet!
Teacher Survival Kit and Desk Organizer
This cute DIY teacher survival kit from Fantabulosity uses a desk organizer to hold a treasure trove of goodies every teacher will love (and actually use!). It’s the perfect teacher appreciation gift if you only have one child, but you can also downsize when buying for multiple teachers.
Dollar Store Teacher Survival Kit Gift
Do you want to show your appreciation but are short on cash? No worries! This Dollar Store teacher survival kit from Mama Cheaps is inexpensive, packed with useful items, and cute! It’s designed for surviving the first week of school, so the smaller gifts make sense. Just add the free printable tag, and you’re ready to go!
DIY Accessory Teacher Gift Ideas
Are you searching for a back to school teacher gift with a little more flair? Check out these unique and useful accessory gift ideas!
Heishi Bracelet Teacher Gifts
These custom Heishi teacher bracelets from Artsy Fartsy Mama are an easy gift that your kids can help make for their new teachers – and they’re adorable! Follow the post’s simple steps, or create unique designs.
DIY Teacher Gift Tote Bag
This DIY teacher gift from Feeling Nifty is tote-aly awesome! You only need a few supplies to create this trendy and functional canvas tote, and you can even fill it with supplies for your child’s teacher once it’s finished!
Easy DIY Pencil Tote Bag for Teachers
Calico patterned cotton fabrics and a cute pencil design make this DIY tote bag from Creatively Beth a one-of-a-kind back to school teacher gift! The free printable pencil pattern also helps with the process, and your child’s teacher will love the end result.
Cute Monogrammed Keychain
Teachers could always use a little help locating their keys, so why not make it easier with this cute monogrammed keychain from Lovely Indeed? Your child can help you create this fun teacher gift with liquid polymer clay and a silicone alphabet mold. You only need a few supplies, and chances are, you have most of them at home!
DIY Classroom Decor Teacher Gifts for Back to School
Adorable DIY Wood Block Apples
These decorative wood block apples from Sustain My Craft Habit add a touch of fall to any teacher’s classroom. You can make several apples in different colors for a stackable gift or give one to each of your children’s teachers. They’re also a great way to involve older kids in the gift-making process!
DIY Pencil Welcome Banner
The first day of school is a thing to be celebrated (especially for the parents!), and this pencil welcome banner from Creatively Beth is just the thing to help kick off a new school year. Give your child’s teacher a gift that keeps on giving with this adorable pencil welcome banner!
DIY Pencil Mason Jar
You don’t have to be a master at crafts to create a handmade back to school teacher gift! Grab a mason jar, paintbrush, and acrylic paint to whip up this cute pencil holder from Oh My! Creative.
Personalized Starbucks Cup for Teachers
Have you been itching to use your Cricut lately? Here’s a trendy way to customize a regular Starbucks cup for your child’s teacher! This personalized Starbucks cup from Leap of Faith Crafting is the perfect back to school teacher gift for any caffeine-addicted educator out there.
Thank You for Helping Me Grow Plant Gift
This adorable DIY succulent gift for teachers from Making Joy and Pretty Things would look super cute on your teacher’s desk. Even if you don’t want to paint the DIY vases, you can still use the free printable gift tag and tie it around a different plant for a last-minute teacher gift!
DIY Teacher Pencil Sign
This teacher pencil sign from Leap of Faith Crafting is what Cricut dreams are made of! You can customize it in so many different ways, and most craft stores sell pencil-shaped wood pieces so that you don’t have to do that part yourself!
DIY Tin Can Organizers for Teachers’ Desks
Who knew that you could use scrapbook paper to turn a tin can into something so beautiful? These DIY tin can organizers from Single Girls DIY can be turned into rustic flower vases, pencil and pen holders, and so much more! They add something special to any teacher’s desk and are the perfect teacher gift for back to school.
Pencil Jar Bouquet with Free Printable Tag
There’s nothing simpler than this pencil jar bouquet in a cute mason jar mug from Mama Cheaps! You can use a Cricut machine to cut an apple out of vinyl or paint your own using acrylic paint.
Painted Pencil Jar
The No. 2 pencil jar from Drugstore Divas is a simple, inexpensive, and practical back to school gift for teachers. You only need a few supplies to create one, which is perfect if you’ve waited until the night before school starts!
Monthly Plexiglass Calendar
Any teacher would love this creative calendar from The Best Vinyl Cutters that you can create with your Cricut machine and a piece of plexiglass. Include a few dry erase markers to this monthly calendar, and your back to school teacher gift will be perfect for them to mark their way through the year!
Edible Back to School Gifts for Teachers
Teachers have one of the most stressful jobs out there, so why not give them a sweet treat to enjoy at the end of a long school day? Here are a few cute ideas:
Bundt Cake Teacher Gift with Free Printable Tag
Teachers with a sweet tooth can’t resist these super cute and delicious Bundt Cake teacher appreciation gifts! Tie the cute gift tags around the scrumptious Nothing Bundt Cakes treats or make your own mini bundt cakes!
Smart Cookie Back to School Teacher Gifts
These “One Smart Cookie” gift tags are perfect for making quick and inexpensive back to school teacher gifts! Just grab a few cookies from your favorite bakery or make some homemade cookies, and tie on one of the cute free printable teacher gift tags for a fun treat!
Sweet Tarts Back to School Teacher Gift
These sweet back to school teacher gifts from Mama Cheaps are easy for small children to take to school, and they’re adorable as well! The free printable tags add a cute touch, and you can find all or most of the supplies at your local Dollar Store or Dollar Tree.
Sweet Treat Gift Tags for Back to School Teacher Gifts
Do you already know what a teacher’s favorite sweet treat is? Even if you don’t, you can have fun guessing and add one of these fun printable teacher gift tags. And if you’re whipping up a batch of homemade goodies, there’s usually enough for multiple teachers and staff! That’s a win!
Printable Teacher Appreciation Gift Card Holders
Back to School Shopping Gift Card for Teachers
This “back to school shopping” gift card holder from Somewhat Simple is perfect for teachers to be able to buy supplies for their classrooms or just a little something for themselves! Add a Target or Amazon gift card for an AWESOME back to school teacher gift!
“Dinner on Us” Teacher Gift
One thing’s for sure… if I was a teacher, you better believe that I would be ordering takeout after the chaos of the first day of school! So this cute “Dinner on Us” teacher gift idea from Mrs. Jones’ Creation Station is the perfect way to welcome the new school year!
Thanks a Latte Teacher Appreciation Card
It’s no secret that many teachers survive the school year on caffeine and sheer willpower, so why not thank them with a latte? Show your teacher appreciation with these cute Thanks a Latte printables from Thrifty NW Mom and a gift card to Starbucks.
Back to School Teacher Gift for Restaurant Gift Card
I LOVE this cute restaurant gift card holder for teachers from Leap of Faith Crafting! This back to school teacher gift idea is perfect for busy teachers that barely have time to make dinner!
Teacher Appreciation Gift Card Printable
Need a great all-purpose printable gift card holder for teachers? This cute teacher appreciation gift card tag from Where the Smiles Have Been can be used for back to school teacher gifts or just a random Tuesday when you want to treat your child’s teacher to something special!
Cricut Coffee Gift Card Holder
Show off your Cricut crafting skills with this cute coffee gift card printable from Better Life Blog. I love the rustic look of the kraft paper, and you can use it for any local coffee shop!
Even More First Day of School Teacher Gifts
Sips & Suds Teacher Gift
These cute and inexpensive teacher appreciation gifts combine the best of both worlds. Coffee gift cards and heavenly scented soaps come together with an adorable printed card for the perfect coffee and hand soap back to school teacher gift!
Take Note Teacher Gift Idea
You may not want to give your child’s teacher the stereotypical apple as a back to school gift, but this cute apple post-it note holder definitely deserves a spot on her desk! Grab the “Take Note” teacher gift tags at Kristen Duke Photography… great for a variety of notebook or post-it gifts!
Spa Face Mask Teacher Gifts
What teacher couldn’t use a little rest and relaxation after the first day of school?! These cute printable spa face mask gift tags are great for giving inexpensive face masks for teachers to have a little spa day!
Other Teacher Gift and Back to School Ideas
Want even more ideas for ways to spoil your kids’ teachers or ideas for back to school? Check out some of these posts:
Teacher’s Favorite Things Form (for the BEST Teacher Gifts!) – This free printable favorite things form is a great way to get to know your teachers AND to get them exactly what they want! Use this questionnaire to find out things like the teacher’s favorite candy, favorite salty snack, and favorite drink!
Free Printable First Day of School Signs for Pre-K through 12th Grade – Use these free printable signs to take your kids’ back to school photos on the first day!
Free Printable First Day of School Interview for Kids – PreK to 12th Grade! – Use these free printable first day of school interview worksheets to create your own school memory boxes for your kids! Just print the free questionnaire and have your kids fill it in as a fun keepsake.
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