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    Home » Blog

    Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Teachers

    Published: Jan 18, 2022 by Heidi. This post may contain affiliate links 48 Comments

    Have you decided what to give your children's teachers for Christmas this year? When I taught school, I received many thoughtful gifts from parents and students. My favorites were gift cards, homemade and store-bought goodies (let's face it -- I have a sweet tooth!) and fun things the kids made for me. Today I've collected some fantastic projects to get you started in your quest for the best Christmas gifts for teachers!

    Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Teachers - Practical Ideas Teachers will Really Like {OneCreativeMommy.com} #christmasgiftideas #teachergifts #teachergiftideas

    This Season's Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Teachers

    Related: 21 Teacher Appreciation Door Ideas, DIY Gift Bags from Odds and Ends

    Food Gifts for Teachers

    Since some of my favorite gifts were food, I'll start with some fun food-related gift ideas. Don't these all look yummy?

    How to Make Sugar Free Candied Pecans from Wholesome Yum | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    How to Make Sugar Free Candied Pecans from Wholesome Yum

    Gingerbread Holiday Fudge from Living Sweet Moments | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Gingerbread Holiday Fudge from Living Sweet Moments

    This amazing double chocolate fudge is the perfect neighbor gift this Christmas! {OneCreativeMommy.com} Fudge Recipe

    Million Dollar Double Chocolate Fudge from One Creative Mommy

    Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix from Happy Foods Tube | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix from Happy Foods Tube

    Edible Chocolate Boxes Tutorial from Living Sweet Moments | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Edible Chocolate Boxes Tutorial from Living Sweet Moments

    This delicious Holiday White Chocolate Popcorn with Sea Salt is a perfect snack or neighbor gift! {OneCreativeMommy.com} Christmas Recipe | Neighbor Gift Idea

    White Chocolate Popcorn with Sea Salt from One Creative Mommy

    Mason Jar Hot Chocolate from A Bride on a Budget | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Mason Jar Hot Chocolate from A Bride on a Budget

    The Perfect Teacher Christmas Gift {Bring in Lunch on a Busy Day, and make it fun!} OneCreativeMommy.com

    Surprise Lunch Gift Teacher Gift Idea from One Creative Mommy

    Mason Jar Coconut Cookie Mix from Thrifty Jinxy | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Mason Jar Choconut Cookie Mix from Thrifty Jinxy

    Homemade Gingerbread Syrup from Happy Foods Tube | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Homemade Gingerbread Syrup from Happy Foods Tube

    Printable Gifts for Teachers

    No time to cook or bake? Print out one of these cute gift tags and attach it to a store-bought treat or gift with these fun printable gift ideas.

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    Riesens Why I Like You Teacher Gift Idea and Printable from One Creative Mommy

    Free printable for super quick and cute Christmas neighbor gifts! {OneCreativeMommy.com} May your day be merry and Sprite!

    Merry and Sprite Gift Idea from One Creative Mommy

    Thankful Candy Jar from Polka Dotted Blue Jay | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Thankful Candy Jar from Polka Dotted Blue Jay

    Teacher Appreciation Gift--Teacher Savers {Free Printable from OneCreativeMommy} Perfect for teacher appreciation week or the last day of school.

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    Amazon Gift Card Printable from Mission to Save | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Amazon Gift Card Printable from Mission to Save

    You're Mighty Marvelous M&M Gift Tags {Perfect for gymnastics meets, the first or last game of the season, opening night of the school play, or any other time someone needs a pick me up!} Free Download from OneCreativeMommy.com

    Mighty Marvelous M&Ms Printable Gift Idea from One Creative Mommy

    Handmade Craft Gifts for Teachers

    Want to get your kids involved in the gift giving? Try one of these cool craft gifts.

    Kid Made Painted Wooden Spoons from My Storytime Corner | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Kid Made Painted Wooden Spoons from My Storytime Corner

    DIY Dotty Tote Bags from Paper and Glue | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}
    DIY Dotty Tote Bags from Paper and Glue

    Christmas Potpourri from Thrifty Jinxy | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}
    Christmas Potpourri from Thrifty Jinxy

    Christmas Tree Sun Catcher Card from Learning and Exploring through Play | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Christmas Tree Sun Catcher Card from Learning and Exploring through Play

    Easy Pencil Vase from Coupon Closet | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    Easy Pencil Vase from Coupon Closet

    Colored Pencil Vase from Thrifty Jinxy

    Quick and Easy Terra Cotta Snowman Tutorial from OneCreativeMommy.com {Christmas Decor & Craft}

    Terra Cotta Snowman Tutorial from One Creative Mommy

    Homemade Christmas Ornaments for Kids {Easy Santa Claus Ornament} Kids love this easy Christmas craft! OneCreativeMommy.com

    Santa Claus Christmas Ornaments from One Creative Mommy

    DIY Winter Lip Balm from Blue Bear Wood | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    DIY Winter Lip Balm from Blue Bear Wood

    Pebble Art from Blue Bear Wood (Zing Zing Tree) | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}
    Pebble Art from Blue Bear Wood (Zing Zing Tree)

    DIY Pedi in a Jar from Mission to Save | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}
    DIY Pedi in a Jar from Mission to Save

    Easy Peppermint Sugar Scrub from One Crazy Mom | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}
    Easy Peppermint Sugar Scrub from One Crazy Mom

    DIY Christmas Mason Jars from Having Fun Saving | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}

    DIY Christmas Mason Jars from Having Fun Saving

    Homemade Bath Bombs from Savings Lifestyle | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}
    Homemade Bath Bombs from Savings Lifestyle

    Mitten and Snowball Ornaments from Crafts 'n Coffee | Featured in Best Christmas Gifts for Teachers Roundup {OneCreativeMommy.com}
    Mitten and Snowball Ornaments from Crafts 'n Coffee

    Wishing you a stress free December! (Mine is already looking completely insane!) I'm adding some fun gift ideas from Amazon below. (Affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I earn a tiny bit of money, but you still get the same low price.)

    Thanks for stopping by today! See you next time. Check out more ideas below. Images are linked to posts, so click on them to pay a visit.

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    Heidi

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    Comments

    1. Tracy

      December 01, 2017 at 5:48 am

      These are such cute ideas! I want to make them all :)

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:55 pm

        Thanks, Tracy. There are a lot of creative people out there.

        Reply
    2. Sharon

      December 01, 2017 at 6:42 am

      So many fun ideas -- fun to DIY and to receive! Thank you for including the Mitten & Snowball Ornaments from CraftsnCoffee.com! X)!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:56 pm

        You're welcome, Sharon. Your ornaments are adorable.

        Reply
    3. Jeanette Radmall

      December 04, 2017 at 10:45 pm

      What a great list! I always want to do something thoughtful for my children’s teachers around the holidays! Thanks for the suggestions!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:56 pm

        You're welcome, Jeanette. I hope you found a great idea or two here.

        Reply
    4. Heather @ Kraus House Mom

      December 05, 2017 at 5:39 am

      These are all really creative ideas. My daughter would love to make a bunch of them.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:56 pm

        Thanks, Heather. I had a lot of fun curating the list.

        Reply
    5. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh

      December 05, 2017 at 8:12 am

      These are great ideas. I worked at two elementary schools as teacher's aides. I can tell you what they don't want...coffee mugs and best teacher Christmas ornaments.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:57 pm

        Ha, ha! I have a few of those best teacher Christmas ornaments for sure! Lots of little plaques, too.

        Reply
    6. Sam

      December 05, 2017 at 12:26 pm

      I have been thinking about what to get my kid's teachers for the past two weeks! This is the perfect time for me to find your post! I definitely will be using some of these ideas.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:57 pm

        Thanks, Sam. I hope you found some great ideas for your kids' teachers.

        Reply
    7. Amber Myers

      December 05, 2017 at 12:53 pm

      These do look like some fabulous ideas for teachers. We usually do gift cards and chocolate!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:58 pm

        Gift cards and chocolate would be right up there with my favorite kind of gifts from my students!

        Reply
    8. Esse D

      December 05, 2017 at 2:09 pm

      I always struggle to figure out what to give my son's teachers. These treats are super cute and creative. I'll add these to my idea list.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:58 pm

        Thanks, Esse. I hope you found the perfect gift for your son's teachers.

        Reply
    9. Jessica Taylor

      December 05, 2017 at 6:03 pm

      These are great ideas! My daughter's teacher will love any of those!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:59 pm

        Thanks, Jessica. I hope you found the perfect gift idea.

        Reply
    10. Blair villanueva

      December 05, 2017 at 7:34 pm

      Homemade and diy are always gives delights to teachers (and good credit points).
      Works everytime and never fails.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 1:59 pm

        Ha, Thanks, Blair. I always loved homemade gifts when I was a teacher. I don't know about credit points, but those were definitely gifts that I saved.

        Reply
    11. Claudia Krusch

      December 05, 2017 at 7:44 pm

      These are fantastic Teacher gift ideas. I love to fill tins with goodies to give as gifts. I am excited to try the Gingerbread Holiday Fudge.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:00 pm

        Thanks, Claudia. I hope your kids' teachers loved their gifts.

        Reply
    12. emmanuel damian

      December 06, 2017 at 4:55 am

      Gingerbread Holiday Fudge seems like the perfect gift for teachers. It's really yummy for sure!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:00 pm

        I thought that fudge looked like a yummy gift idea as well, Emmanual.

        Reply
    13. Anosa

      December 06, 2017 at 7:20 am

      What a great way to send Christmas present to our beloved teachers. I love the edible chocolate boxes!!!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:01 pm

        Me, too, Anosa. I'd never seen anything like those boxes. They looked really fun.

        Reply
    14. Natalie

      December 06, 2017 at 8:27 am

      I love the idea of gifting homemade food! And you can never go wrong gifting a gift card.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:01 pm

        I agree, Natalie. Both of those ideas make great gifts.

        Reply
    15. TColeman

      December 06, 2017 at 10:09 am

      I love all of these ideas for gifts for teachers. I will have to do some of these.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:02 pm

        Thanks, TColeman. I hope you had a great Christmas. Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    16. Ingrid Rizzolo

      December 06, 2017 at 1:35 pm

      It is a nice idea to give your child's teacher a Christmas gift. These are all nice gift choices. However in NYC teachers are notallowed to accept gifts from their students. However if were free to accep,t the Chocunt Ccookie and the Double Chocolate Fudge would have been my best picks

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:02 pm

        Really? You can't accept gifts? That is so sad. That kind of takes all the fun out of Christmas gift giving.

        Reply
    17. Khushboo

      December 06, 2017 at 2:16 pm

      Those are very useful and helpful Christmas gift ideas.. Loved them all. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:03 pm

        Thanks, Khushboo. I hope you had a fantastic holiday.

        Reply
    18. Akamatra

      December 07, 2017 at 12:13 am

      I love these suggestions. If my daughter was in school I would make her teacher some crochet cup cozies. They are always liked.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:03 pm

        I'm sure those cup cozies would be a big hit! I've always thought they were so cute!

        Reply
    19. Savannah Pham

      December 07, 2017 at 12:20 pm

      I'm the same as you - gift cards and homemade goodies are my fav. These pictures like amazing especially the cookies on the sled! I might just take one of these ideas this holiday!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:03 pm

        I hope you found the perfect gift ideas. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.

        Reply
    20. kim

      December 08, 2017 at 5:29 am

      What fabulous ideas! I especially love the looks of that white chocolate popcorn!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:04 pm

        Thanks, Kim. The white chocolate popcorn tastes as good as it looks!

        Reply
    21. steve walters

      December 08, 2017 at 12:46 pm

      Oh wow! There are almost too many great ideas here! I really liked the idea of the edible chocolate boxes!

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:04 pm

        I know! Don't those boxes look fun? I've never seen anything like them before.

        Reply
    22. Shaheen Khan

      December 09, 2017 at 7:41 am

      I have been a teacher for over 9 years and always loved getting little surprise gifts from the kids. I still have every hand written card that my students gave me a long time ago. I would just love to get some of those beautiful yummy treats you posted here especially the gingerbread fudge and the million dollar double chocolate fudge.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:05 pm

        I still have several cards from my students, too. Not all of them, though. Good for you!

        Reply
    23. Ava Henry

      December 13, 2017 at 12:09 am

      cool ideas, i prefer to purchase online and ship it to the recipient as most of the providers give an option to put a gift wrappers and wishing cards.

      Reply
      • Heidi

        January 09, 2018 at 2:06 pm

        I like purchasing online, too, Ava. I like my kids to be able to make their own card, though. Thanks for stopping by!

        Reply
    24. petcots

      January 23, 2019 at 5:00 am

      nice

      Reply
    25. Jenjo Games

      September 04, 2021 at 7:16 am

      Very interesting list of gift ideas, I am sure it would help many. Thanks for sharing these ideas!

      Reply

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