After the unprecedented school year they’ve had, our teachers deserve all our appreciation. But please — save the apples and cutesy knick-knacks. Instead, show some teacher appreciation by choosing one of these great gift ideas!
Here are some of our faves!
A STURDY TEACHER BAG
Teachers carry lots of things: books and papers that need to be graded, school supplies, and maybe even lunch. A sturdy teacher bag makes one of the best teacher gifts. And, lucky for you, Zulily has a great selection of handbags you might want to check out. When picking out this gift, just remember to choose a bag that’s roomy and sturdy with enough space to carry everything home at the end of the school day and then back to school the next morning.
A GOOD BOOK
Who doesn’t love a good book? Of course, that includes teachers. Is there a suspense thriller she might like to snuggle up to this summer? Or maybe your child’s teacher has recently taken up a new hobby? You might want to give him or her some books to help home in on a new hobby. Make sure to check out the wide variety of books available on the Zulily website and I’m sure you’ll find the perfect book for your child’s teacher to enjoy this upcoming summer break.
FUN COLLECTIBLES
Chances are that your child’s teacher has talked with the class about something they really love. Maybe your child’s teacher is a Star Wars fan or really loves Harry Potter books. Does he or she have some other passions like video gaming or collecting bobbleheads? They might really be into a particular music genre or music band. Do they have a favorite movie or TV show? Ask your child if their teacher has talked about something they really love. Zulily has an entire Pop Culture Shop filled with unique music, videogames, movies, and TV–themed merch that can spark some great teacher gift ideas. Check it out!
TECH & GADGETS
Now, more than ever, teachers are living a digital lifestyle and functional electronics accessories can make their lives a bit easier. Zulily offers a great selection of wearable tech and accessories to choose from. I personally love the wireless earbuds and colorful Apple Watch band selection. Teachers might also appreciate a 3-in-1 wireless charger to charge their iPhone, apple watch, and air pods, all at the same time. Or how about a USB charging station that can help charge all the devices in the classroom at once? Teachers are oftentimes using multiple devices at once, so a five-adapter charger cable might also make a great little gift. The key to choosing just the right tech or gadget for a teacher gift is to think of its practicality in terms of how it might make your favorite teacher’s life a little easier.
PLANTS OR SUCCULENTS
Teachers may enjoy the mood-brightening effects of keeping classroom plants, but they don’t often have the time to tend to them. Make this a unique and extra low–maintenance gift by giving teachers a special succulent instead of an ordinary house plant. You can shop succulents right here on Zulily.