Christmas Gift Ideas for Teachers

Overview

A Christmas gift for your favorite teacher doesn't have to be expensive. You can make a number of gifts at home for very little money. Even gifts that you purchase need not be expensive. Your teacher will care more for the thought behind the gift than for the price tag. Taking the time to think of your teacher during the busy holiday season will be priceless to her no matter what the gift.

Bake It

You can make a number of yummy treats in the kitchen to give as a Christmas gift to a favorite teacher. Most teachers live on a strict budget, so your homemade goodies will truly add joy to the season. In fact, you can make most baked goods in large batches and distribute the final product as gifts to several teachers. Baked goods traditionally associated with Christmas include pecan pie, fruit cake, cranberry bars, orange cranberry bread, Christmas cookies and fudge. Other appropriate baked goods include chocolate chip cookies, brownies, muffins and breads. If you don't feel like baking, you have plenty of other culinary gift options, such as homemade jams and jellies, chocolate-covered pretzels, homemade mixes and apple butter.

Make It

All sorts of handmade gifts for teachers require time but very little money. A piece of your artwork showcased in an inexpensive frame gives your art teacher a unique reminder of his time with you. Any teacher will appreciate artwork that helps to decorate the classroom. If you can knit or crochet, you have a plethora of options. Scarves, mittens, a blanket or a hat will keep your favorite teacher toasty during the winter, especially on playground duty. If you have more recipes than time, put all of them together to make a unique recipe book of family favorites for your teacher.

Buy It

Parents and students who have more money than time can purchase a number of outstanding gifts for teachers. Gift cards provide a great option for the teacher who seems to have everything, and they're available from a variety of merchants. Scented candles or potpourri can help make a classroom smell more inviting. School supplies are always a welcome gift for teachers who often have more creativity than money. A candy jar filled with a favorite candy gives a sweet teacher something to nibble on during the school break.