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As the new school year approaches, showing appreciation for your child’s teacher doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. In this post, we’ll share a quick and easy back-to-school teacher gift idea that’s sure to bring a smile to their face. With most items available at Dollar Tree or Amazon, you can create a thoughtful and budget-friendly gift in no time. Whether you’re looking to make a positive first impression or simply say thank you, this simple yet meaningful gesture will let your child’s teacher know how much they are valued.
I sourced many of the items for my sons’ teacher baskets from Dollar Tree but really the possibilities are endless. I found a plastic bin at Dollar Tree that was large enough to hold everything. The exact ones I used can be found here.
I knew I wanted to personalize their baskets a bit so I was happy to find these chalkboard tags in the craft/DIY section of my store. I simply cut the twine connecting them and added their names in permanent vinyl. The particular font I used can be found here.
The items I included in their baskets were:
- Hand sanitizer Wet Wipes
- Apple scented hand soap from Bath and Body Works
- Gum
- Flair Markers
- Expo Dry Erase Markers
- Chocolate
- Ibuprofen
- Post-It Notes
- Sharpie Markers
- A gift card for IN-N-OUT with a printable that said “Back to school is no easy feat, dinner tonight is our treat! The printable can be found here
This year I plan to include a printable Teacher questionnaire that they can fill out and give back to me so I can get them more personalized gifts throughout the year and on their birthdays. I have created this free printable if you would like to do the same. It has fillable fields that you can personalize in Adobe Reader. Sign up for my email list to have it sent to you for free!
Additional ideas of items to include are:
- Flair Pens – Colorful and smooth-writing pens
- Gum – For a refreshing break
- Sanitizer Wipes – To keep surfaces clean
- Mini Whiteboard – For quick notes and reminders
- Index Cards – Useful for flashcards and notes
- Page Flags – To mark important pages in books and planners
- Mini Stapler – Compact and convenient for on-the-go
- Travel-Sized Hand Lotion – For quick moisturization
- Granola Bars – A healthy and easy snack
- Reusable Shopping Bag – For carrying books and supplies
- USB Flash Drive – For storing important documents
- Chalk Markers – For use on blackboards or whiteboards
- Magnetic Clips – To hold papers on a whiteboard
- Desk Organizer – To keep supplies tidy
- Inspirational Desk Calendar – For daily motivation
- Coffee Pods – For a quick cup of coffee
- Lip Balm – To keep lips hydrated
- Pocket Notebook – For jotting down quick notes
- Portable Phone Charger – To keep devices charged
- Decorative Stickers – For planners or grading papers.
- Ink Stamps – Personalized with their name for homework assignments, etc.
Putting together a back-to-school gift basket for your child’s teacher is a thoughtful way to show your appreciation and start the school year on a positive note. With these practical and budget-friendly items from Dollar Tree or Amazon, you can create a personalized and meaningful gift that will surely bring a smile to any teacher’s face. Remember, it’s the little gestures that often make the biggest impact. So, take a moment to thank your child’s teacher for their hard work and dedication with a gift that speaks volumes. Happy gifting and here’s to a fantastic school year ahead!