17 teacher Christmas gifts you need to know about!

Here are 17 Christmas presents for teachers we think you’ll love…

1. A mug

First up on our list of Christmas presents for teachers – a mug! No guide to teacher Christmas gifts would be complete without it, right?

Every teacher will love showing off their new mug in the staff room. And if you want to make it really special, why not find a ‘best teacher’ mug to show your appreciation? Or, even better, personalize the mug with their name!

Whether your child’s teacher enjoys tea, coffee or hot chocolate, they’ll love receiving a new mug under the Christmas tree. 

2. A weekly planner

Next on our list of Christmas presents for teachers… a weekly planner!

There’s no doubt about it, teachers are busy. From juggling their different classes, to planning lessons, to staff meetings, your child’s teacher will have a lot of responsibilities. So, why don’t you make things easier for them this Christmas by gifting them a weekly planner?

There are so many out there, you’ll be spoilt for choice. You could even personalize their planner with their name – that would make it really special! 

3. Stationary

If you’re looking for teacher Christmas gifts, we’ve got a great one for you! Give your child’s teacher a brand-new stationary set. After all, what teacher doesn’t love stationary?

And they’ll appreciate this gift even more because it’s practical too! 

4. A notebook

If stationary isn’t what you’re looking for (see gift idea number 4), what about gifting your child’s teacher a notebook?

We think this makes the perfect Christmas gift for teachers. This thoughtful gift idea will come in handy in the classroom. And you can even personalize their new notebook to make it extra special! 

5. Tea, coffee or hot chocolate set

Next on our list of teacher Christmas gifts is a tea, coffee or hot chocolate set.

This gift might seem small at first, but every teacher will appreciate the thoughtful gesture. And at Christmas time, stores are filled with gift sets like this. After all, who doesn’t love relaxing with their favorite hot beverage?

The best part? They can enjoy their favorite drink in their brand-new mug (see gift idea number 1)! 

6. A scented candle

Teachers work hard all year long to inspire young minds. They deserve to relax at Christmas time, right?

That’s why our list of Christmas gifts for teachers includes a scented candle! Your child’s teacher can relax with their favorite scent. Choose something Christmassy, like gingerbread or cinnamon. Then they can feel the magic of Christmas all year round! 

7. A customized pencil set

Still looking for Christmas presents for teachers? We think you’ll love this next idea! Why don’t you give your child’s teacher a customized pencil set?

We already know that teachers love stationary – they couldn’t do their jobs without it! That’s why a customized pencil set makes the perfect Christmas gift for any teacher.

You can buy customized pencils online. And you can personalize the pencils with the teacher’s name, words of appreciation, or something else entirely!  

8. Chocolates

Next up on our list of teacher Christmas gifts: buy your child’s teacher a box of delicious chocolates!

Christmas is the perfect time to indulge in your favorite sweet treats. That’s why boxes of chocolates make the perfect Christmas presents for teachers! You could even find a box that says ‘best teacher’ to really show your appreciation.

Just remember to buy extra chocolates so you can enjoy a sweet treat too!

9. Bake them some festive treats

Did you like our last gift idea but want to add a personal touch? You and your little one could bake some festive treats for their teacher!

Your child’s teacher will love receiving such a personal gift. Baking something from scratch really shows you care. Plus, with this Christmas present for teachers, your little one can learn and develop new skills. And you’ll get to spend some quality time together in the process!

There are plenty of super easy baking recipes out there to choose from. Here are some of our favorite ideas:

• Reindeer cake pops
• Elf and Santa cupcakes
• A snowman cake
• Christmas Yule log
• Chocolate chip cookies.

10. A desk organizer

We already know how busy teachers are throughout the year. Why don’t you make things easier for them by gifting them a desk organizer this Christmas?

It’s such a simple gift… but every teacher will love it! 

11. Teacher survival kit

We love the next idea on our list of teacher Christmas gifts for teachers. And we think you will too! Make their life easier with a teacher survival kit!

This is a fun, novelty gift that you can buy online. Or you could make one yourself for a fun, festive project! Typically, the items in a teacher survival kit are small, token items that help a teacher get through the day. Here’s a list of things you could include in your own teacher survival kit:

• Tea and coffee
• Pens, pencils and other stationary items
• Chocolate, biscuits and other sweet treats
• Stickers.

Or you could put a fun, humorous twist on this teacher Christmas gift by including items that have a different meaning. Here are some examples to show you what we mean:

• Paperclips – to help them hold it together on challenging days
• Batteries – to help them recharge during the day
• Seeds – for all the seeds of wisdom they sow
• Marbles – just in case they’ve lost theirs!

Your child’s teacher will love receiving their own novelty gift bag. Just make sure you include a card to explain what each item is for! 

12. A ‘thank you’ plaque

Next on our list of Christmas presents for teachers is the perfect way to show your appreciation. Get them a ‘thank you’ plaque for their desk!

It’s a super simple gift, but your child’s teacher will love the thoughtful, grateful gesture. And they can display it proudly on their desk throughout the year.

You could even personalize the ‘thank you’ plaque with their name. Or look for one that says, ‘best teacher ever’. That would make this teacher Christmas gift extra special! 

13. ‘World’s Best Teacher’ rosette

Just like our last Christmas gift for teachers, this next one will really show you care. Get your child’s teacher a ‘World’s Best Teacher’ rosette!

We’re sure your child’s teacher does a great job all year round. And when they receive a ‘World’s Best Teacher’ rosette, you’ll make it official. They’re the world’s best teacher! 

14. A festive plant

Still looking for teacher Christmas gifts? Why don’t you gift your child’s teacher a festive plant for their classroom?

Teachers love decorating their classrooms for Christmas. It’s a sign that the festive season is finally upon us. And a festive plant from one of their favorite students will make decorating the classroom even more special!

Here are some festive plants that make great Christmas gifts:

• Poinsettia
• Christmas cactus
• Christmas rose.

15. Draw a picture

When trying to find Christmas presents for teachers, you might assume you have to spend money for the perfect gift. But that isn’t always the case! This Christmas, why don’t you have your little one draw their teacher a picture?

Your child’s teacher will love the personal gesture. And the fact that your little one is practicing their drawing skills at home. Remember, drawing helps children develop key skills. So, not only will this teacher Christmas gift save you money, but your little one will be learning too!

If your child is stuck for ideas, why don’t you check out our activity packs? We have tons of drawing tasks and activity sheets to inspire your child’s imagination, including:

• Draw Claus Manor with Jessica Claus – have your little one draw the most impressive home on Lacus Island – Claus Manor!
• Draw Santa’s sleigh with Jessica Claus – your child can bring Santa’s Grand Sleigh to life. What do they want it to look like?
• Decorate the Christmas tree with Tobias – your little one can decorate the most important tree of all. The Lacus Island Christmas tree!

16. Make a Christmas card

Next on our list of Christmas gifts for teachers is to make your own Christmas cards.

Just like our last festive gift idea, you don’t have to spend a fortune to show you care. And your child’s teacher will love displaying their homemade Christmas card on their desk.

The possibilities are endless with this Christmas gift idea. Your child can draw, paint or create anything they like!

It’s the perfect way for your little one to develop their skills – and have fun at the same time! You could even encourage them to write a personal message in the Christmas card. Their teacher will be pleased that your child is continuing to learn at home. And they’ll love reading your little one’s kind words! 

17. A festive hamper

Last but not least on our list of Christmas presents for teachers – give your child’s teacher a festive hamper!

We love this festive gift idea because you can give them different items to show your appreciation. You could even ask other parents to join in the fun and work together to create the hamper. Then, you can give the festive hamper from the whole class!

And the best part? You can include different items from this list in the hamper!

Keep up with Santa Academy!

We’re sure you’ve enjoyed our list of thoughtful Christmas presents for teachers! But the festive fun doesn’t end there! Keep up with Santa Academy and follow the Lacus Herald, Lacus Island’s daily newspaper.

The Lacus Herald will be available to read from December 1st 2021. Find out what your favorite characters are getting up to or hear the latest news from Lacus Island. With the Lacus Herald, you’ll find a new Christmas story – every single day!

The Santa Academy app – coming 2022!

If you’ve enjoyed reading about teacher Christmas gifts, why not check out our Santa Academy app?

Coming Christmas 2022, the Santa Academy app is filled with festive fun for everyone to enjoy. No matter who you are, you’ll find something for you at Santa Academy!

Christmas is an extremely busy time for Santa, and he needs help getting ready for the big day. At Santa Academy, you’ll learn how to assist Santa and everyone on Lacus Island as they prepare for Christmas. And what better way to learn than with Elves, Fairies and Reindeer?

Enroll into Elf Ed, Reindeer Recruit or Fairy Fellow for 24 days of festive fun. Each day during advent, you can unlock the secrets of Christmas by helping the Elves, Reindeers and Fairies. You’ll make important decisions, like which sleigh Santa should use on Christmas Eve. Or who should win Employee of the Month at the Elf Station.

You can download the app from 1^st November 2022. School starts 1^st December 2022.

Santa Academy – the novel!

And there’s more! Get ready to read about Christmas on Lacus Island! In 2022, the Santa Academy Novel will hit the shelves.

Our creator, chief storyteller and author, Jill Newey, will tell the story of Christmas on Lacus Island. Your little one can join their favorite characters as they help Santa prepare for Christmas Eve.

What does it take for a huge operation like Christmas to run, year on year? Find out in the Santa Academy Novel. Coming Christmas 2022!

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