Next week is “Teacher Appreciation Week” – May 3-7. One of my favorite teachers is my husband’s Aunt Mary. She is the most classic example of the teacher – organized, sweet, patient, loves children… always seems put together and in control. Each year at our family Christmas “gift” exchange (the white elephant type), you always wonder who is going to receive Mary’s box of recycled teacher gifts. There is always something with a bright red apple, something that says “#1 teacher”, usually some type of lotion that is not pleasant to smell and of course the random object with a cartoon character on it. While I am sure that the children happily gave their teacher these gifts, Mary is left with no purpose for these pointless gifts but save them up and to pass them on to us and get the yearly laugh.
As Nannies we may be assisting parents this year – whether shopping, coloring or wrapping these gifts to send on to school. Let’s give some gifts Aunt Mary would be proud of!
High5: Great Ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week
5. Something Green
Most women love to receive flowers! Think about wrapping up a single rose or a gerbera daisy. Something happy and bright, to set on her desk this spring. A small plant is also a great idea to add some life and to her workspace.
4. Something Artistic
Just like mothers, teachers would love something sentimental from a student – if it’s made with love and thought, that will definitely shine through.
3. Something Musical
Have the child choose their favorite songs and burn her a CD – hopefully they choose some that she can bear to listen to rather than Barney’s “I love you”. Let them write or draw on the outside. Personal and unique! – – I think this is the one we are going to do!
2. Something Monetary
Gift cards always spend! Think of something this teacher would love and make it thoughtful! Food is always a good choice.
1. Something Thankful
The cheapest and sometimes most appreciate gift are words of thanks. Ask your child to write a quick note, or have them tell you what to write. This will surely be a keeper!
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Next week is “Teacher Appreciation Week” – May 3-7. One of my favorite teachers is my husband’s Aunt Mary. She is the most classic example of the teacher – organized, sweet, patient, loves children… always seems put together and in control. Each year at our family Christmas “gift” exchange (the white elephant type), you always wonder who is going to receive Mary’s box of recycled teacher gifts. There is always something with a bright red apple, something that says “#1 teacher”, usually some type of lotion that is not pleasant to smell and of course the random object with a cartoon character on it. While I am sure that the children happily gave their teacher these gifts, Mary is left with no purpose for these pointless gifts but save them up and to pass them on to us and get the yearly laugh. 