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Last Minute Gift Ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week

Written by Julia Daihl | Apr 30, 2019 1:25:46 PM

Even though Teacher Appreciation Week is near, there’s still time to plan appreciation activities. We’ve gathered five great last-minute Teacher Appreciation Week activity ideas and five great Teacher Appreciation Week Gift ideas. Enjoy!

 

5 Last Minute Teacher Appreciation Week Ideas

This year, the official theme of National Teacher Appreciation Week is extra(terrestrial). The National PTA dubbed the theme to be “Out of this World.” Pretty fitting, since teachers are a stellar group of people.

Decorate the Teachers’ Doors

Turn their doors into a full-on space scene. Pinterest has great ideas on how to make your spacey ideas come to reality!

Host a Snack Cart

Surprise teachers throughout the day by filling a cart full of snacks and treats. Provide healthy options to keep them fueled, but definitely sneak a treat or two, like these Candy Coated Cards.

Have Students Write Notes of Appreciation

Provide students with pen and paper and ask that they write a thank you note to their teachers. Display the notes on a wall for all to see or collect them and give to the teachers individually.

eCards for Teachers

Send your appreciation in an ePraise. It’s a free way to remind them how valued they are!

Provide Lunch

Food is the way to most people’s hearts (it’s not just me, right?). Covering one of their meals for the day is a great way to let them know you care about them and what they do.

5 Last Minute Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas

It’s hard to go wrong with any of these gift ideas – you’ll get an A+ in gifting for sure!

Tumblers for Teachers

Especially ones that tell you how super you are!

Totes for Teachers

A tote bag to haul all their teaching supplies – sounds like a good idea to me!

Pins for Teachers

Add a little appreciation flair to their lanyards with fun lapel pins like these ones.

Journals for Teachers

Is having too many journals even a thing? Get them one that reminds them the difference they are making every day.

Flowers for Teachers

Flowers are always a good idea. Perfect for them to take home or add to their desk – they’ll be able to watch your appreciation grow!