The Best Gifts For Teachers: The Ultimate Guide

Are you on the hunt for a teacher gift? Maybe you need to buy a gift for your child’s teacher, or your teaching buddy next door. Or maybe your bestie is a teacher, so you need something just right for her. I’ve got you covered with some cool teacher gift ideas.

I’ve sorted the gifts by price from under $10 to over $50, so no matter what your budget is you’ll find some fresh, new ideas here. Most of the gift ideas are from Amazon or Fishpond, so you can do your shopping in the comfort of your own home. And what I love about Fishpond, is if you’re in Australia they offer free shipping too!

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Gift Vouchers

This may not seem that interesting, but oh how I wish someone in my family had given me a Teachers pay Teachers (TpT) gift card already! If you know the teacher you’re buying for is a tad fussy, then this may be the option you’re after. Some of my favourite places for gift vouchers include:

 

Teachers pay Teachers have gift cards from as little as $5.00 and right up to $500.00.

 

[easyazon_link keywords=”amazon gift card” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]Amazon gift cards[/easyazon_link] are always a good option too, there are so many goodies to pick from….the perfect present for anyone and everyone!

Teacher Gifts Under $10

I don’t think you can go wrong with an adult colouring book….they’re all the rage at the moment. I’ve got a couple that I love, but I could always have more 😉 [easyazon_link keywords=”adult coloring book” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]Here is a link to some of the best on Amazon[/easyazon_link].

 

 

Every teacher needs a good mug, I like this one: [easyazon_link identifier=”B00YFP6XKW” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]I’m a Teacher What’s Your Superpower?[/easyazon_link]

 

 

What about a [easyazon_link identifier=”B006TZZDSE” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]personalised name plate?[/easyazon_link] Great for either a desk or door.

 

 

A great way to get organised, with some [easyazon_link identifier=”B004K4F80E” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]teacher clips[/easyazon_link].

 

 

Stickers are always a good choice. Below are a few different options.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some [easyazon_link identifier=”B009IFOTSC” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]yummy jelly belly’s[/easyazon_link] are sure to be a winner….and cocktail flavour too.

 

 

 

Teachers are often after new ways of gaining their students’ attention. This [easyazon_link identifier=”B0000775G0″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]percussion chime[/easyazon_link] would make a great gift.

 

 

 

These [easyazon_link identifier=”B00XHGS8Y4″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]chalkboard labels[/easyazon_link] would come in handy for any teacher. With so many things that need labelling in a class, these would not go to waste.

 

 

 

A pretty [easyazon_link identifier=”B00A13ZRZO” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]owl ribbon lanyard[/easyazon_link].

 

 

 

Some fun [easyazon_link identifier=”0439731771″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]classroom signs[/easyazon_link] are a cute gift idea.

 

 

 

Teacher Gifts $10 – $30

 

What teacher doesn’t love a good bag? This [easyazon_link identifier=”B007VINJQG” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]teacher tote[/easyazon_link] is big enough to fit binders, books and stationery…everything a teacher needs.

 

 

If the teacher you know loves washi tape, then this book would be a great option.

 

 

 

How cute is this [easyazon_link identifier=”B004YQZPVA” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]post-it pop-up notes dispenser[/easyazon_link]. Every teacher I know is addicted to post-its (or is it really just me). I’d love one of these (hint, hint anyone!).

 

 

I’ve always wanted some of these [easyazon_link identifier=”B004DJ51HQ” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]answer buzzers[/easyazon_link]. Great for when you’re playing games in the class, debates and competitions.

 

 

Teachers are usually rushing from one place to the next, so this handy [easyazon_link identifier=”B0097SIL6Q” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]travel mug[/easyazon_link] will make sure they don’t miss out on their hot drink too.

 

 

Here are some fun [easyazon_link identifier=”B005072ZW4″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]self inking teacher stamps[/easyazon_link] as a gift idea. I don’t think you can have too many stamps and stickers!

 

 

 

What about a washi tape greeting kit? It includes project ideas for various types of greetings, washi tape, colorful postcards, and markers.

 

 

There are also so many beautiful washi tapes to choose from, that you could use to accompany the book and kit. I’ve put some of my favourites below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This [easyazon_link identifier=”B000GYUY9M” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]wooden stamp set[/easyazon_link] is cool!

 

 

 

What about a [easyazon_link identifier=”B01GP85R62″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]lovely leather journal[/easyazon_link] with handmade paper?

 

 

 

[easyazon_image align=”none” height=”150″ identifier=”B072C2BWP8″ locale=”US” src=”https://topnotchteaching.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51U4i6pBP5L.SL110.jpg” tag=”topnottea-20″ width=”150″] If the teacher you know carries a laptop, then this [easyazon_link identifier=”B072C2BWP8″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]laptop bag[/easyazon_link] would be a good addition

 

How cute is this [easyazon_link identifier=”B01C1ZVF82″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]teacher door sign[/easyazon_link]. When you order this you can also send through the teacher name to have it personalised.

 

 

 

You can never go wrong with a [easyazon_link identifier=”B00A7INXD6″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]pamper kit[/easyazon_link].

 

 

Teacher Gifts $30 – $50

[easyazon_image align=”none” height=”150″ identifier=”B078T22Z8R” locale=”US” src=”https://topnotchteaching.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51Zocj3gWOL.SL110.jpg” tag=”topnottea-20″ width=”150″] This is a handy [easyazon_link identifier=”B078T22Z8R” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]desk set[/easyazon_link] that includes lots of cool little bits and bobs.

 

 

This is a great idea, [easyazon_link identifier=”B00M3U68GA” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]book ends and pencil holders[/easyazon_link].

 

 

 

I love these [easyazon_link identifier=”B00ME6NSZW” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]wooden basket organisers[/easyazon_link].

 

 

 

These [easyazon_link identifier=”B01AIYFC6Y” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]busy bee hall passes[/easyazon_link] are cute and useful. They can also be personalised with different text.

 

 

 

 

I have a [easyazon_link identifier=”B000G1KTMM” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]trolley[/easyazon_link] and they are an absolute back saver. Teachers have so many things they cart around, this would be a welcome gift.

 

 

 

Handmade [easyazon_link identifier=”B00CRVL8CE” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]wooden bookmarks[/easyazon_link].

 

 

 

This is a nice [easyazon_link identifier=”B000KNDL8K” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]storage solution[/easyazon_link] for all of the charts that teachers accumulate.

 

 

A beautiful set of [easyazon_link identifier=”B07FTY4KVH” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]file folders[/easyazon_link].

 

 

 

Some lovely [easyazon_link identifier=”B00E6G80B0″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]rainbow curtain sheers[/easyazon_link].

 

 

 

Teacher Gifts Over $50

What about an Erin Condren teacher planner? I have a personal planner and love it, and I’m sure any teacher would love this as a gift. There are so many beautiful, colourful designs to pick from too!

 

 

I love these re-useable wall stickers that could be used to decorate a corner in the classroom.

 

 

 

A lovely [easyazon_link identifier=”B0036D7YYI” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]paper weight[/easyazon_link] would look great on a teacher desk and is definitely a unique idea.

 

 

This gift will have the kids stumped…a [easyazon_link identifier=”B00110DUCI” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]levitating globe![/easyazon_link]

 

 

 

And while we’re on globes, what about an [easyazon_link identifier=”B00XQE0LI8″ locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]illuminated one[/easyazon_link] as well. I have one of these and love it!

 

[easyazon_image align=”none” height=”150″ identifier=”B00NMRZ9LI” locale=”US” src=”https://topnotchteaching.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51at89KPvL.SL110.jpg” tag=”topnottea-20″ width=”150″] This [easyazon_link identifier=”B00NMRZ9LI” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]activity cart[/easyazon_link] would come in handy for any teacher.

 

A [easyazon_link identifier=”B00KYA555G” locale=”US” tag=”topnottea-20″]colorful balloon rug[/easyazon_link] will brighten up the class

 

 

Well I’ve got to say that this has been one of the best posts that I’ve put together. I think I may even just send this around to my family….as I’d be happy with anything from this guide 😀