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3 Easy, Homemade Teacher’s Gift Ideas

Make something special to thank your child's teacher this year

The end of the school year is almost here. It’s time to start thinking of how to say “Thank You” to your child's teachers for all of their hard work and guidance this year. Let me help you scratch this item off of your to-do list with some easy, unique and memorable teachers’ gift ideas that you can make with your kids.

1. Jazz up those Gift Cards - Teachers totally appreciate gift cards. But it’s hard to make a small plastic card eye appealing, right? Not so! The Busy Budgeting Mama has some incredibly cute ideas to make teacher appreciation gift bags that add a little something extra homemade to your gift card. Download her cute printable labels or just make up your own.

2. Impress your Art Teacher – Here’s an easy, art-themed teacher’s gift idea – a homemade wreath. It’s the perfect gift for a preschool or school art teacher. It will look so cute on the door or hanging in the classroom.

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3. Plant a Gift - Although desk space is a premium for most teachers, who wouldn’t want to pretty up their classroom or home office with this adorable homemade Flower Pot? Fill it with seed packets or some easy care flowers for a colorful, thoughtful gift. Kari from U-createcrafts.com shows you how easy it is to put together.

But wait, there’s more! Check out these teacher appreciation gift ideas:

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Or, follow my Teacher’s Gift Ideas board on Pinterest.

 

What gift ideas do you have to thank your child’s teacher at the end of the school year?

 

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Sue Kirchner is a family fun coach, blogger, kids party planner, and weekly contributor to Patch.com. Sue and her family fun ideas have been featured on TV, newspapers, magazines, blogs, as well as her own family fun site ChocolateCakeMoments.com.

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