35 Best Gift Ideas for Teachers

This adorable cooler bag will make lunch so much more fun. They'll appreciate the spacious size, extra pocket and two-way zipper; and who can resist the colorful fruit and vegetable pattern?

A perfect gift for your favorite English teacher, this isn't just a coffee mug (although it's a pretty cute coffee mug). There's a QR code on the side, which will lead to a new quote from famous authors like Jane Austen or W.E.B. DuBois every day for 365 days.

For the teacher who runs errands after school, they'll love this set of three whimsical, food-themed reusable bags. They're made from 100 percent nylon and fold up small and flat, so they're easy to throw in a purse for when an impromptu Target run happens.

These simple but gorgeous note cards are printed on premium cardstock and can be personalized with your favorite teacher's name or initials. They come with envelopes, too. The watercolor apple design is a perfect touch.

Sticky notes are a teacher must-have, but this fruit-themed option is as cute as it is useful. With 120 pages each and six per pack, this will surely last through the rest of the school year.

An acrylic sticky note holder that's personalized? So sweet. And in the shape of an apple? Now, that's just too perfect. With over 20 colors to choose from, you'll be able to match your teacher's desk decor.

You don't get much cuter than this handmade bookmark that's shaped like a cup of tea. It's made with sheep's wool and is inspired by vintage teacups.

This college-ruled notebook from Kate Spade is a nice size; teachers will love using it for everything from lesson planning to grocery lists. And the NYC food and beverage motif will make basic note-taking just a little bit more glam.

This electric mug warmer keeps coffee or tea nice and hot while they're grading papers. It works with the touch of a button and has an automatic shut-off after four hours for peace of mind, too. Plus, it'll look so nice on a desk.

Most teachers are already going to have a water bottle, but this one is a unique take on a necessity. It features a bottom-loading infuser: just add fruit and citrus to add a fresh, fun element to their daily water intake. It has a flip top and is a nice size at 32 ounces. Plus, it comes with a sleeve to help keep it cold.

This guided desk yoga set brings a little relaxation to the classroom. With 52 beginner-friendly poses that can be performed anywhere, it's perfect for helping your favorite teacher de-stress during recess, lunch or between classes.

This baking-forward cookbook is such a clever concept, inspired by classic fairytales like Hansel & Gretel and The Princess and the Pea. It has recipes in it for muffins, trifles, cakes and more. Pair it with a few baking must-haves, like a whisk or spatula.

This is about as fancy as meal prep gets, and it's sure to please the teacher who uses takeout containers or old Tupperware for their lunches. The base is made of glass and is oven-safe, and it comes with a compartment tray and a sauce container to keep salad ingredients from going stale. It even comes with a fork.

You don't get much cuter than this set of 72 pencil erasers because they're all food-shaped. There are lots of fun options, like ice creams, sushi, ramen, sandwiches and more. Pair it with a pack of pencils and a notebook for the perfect gift.

This 365-day planner is undated and has sections for schedules, to-do lists, priorities and more. They're made to order, and you can also order a mid-year option or an academic year planner. And the colorful cover is so adorable. It's a special gift.

This one is an A+ gift for history teachers (or anyone who likes some Revolutionary War trivia). Oliver Pluff & Co packaged five types of teas that were tossed overboard at the Boston Tea Party in 1773 and put them together in a fun set that includes brewing instructions and a little background on each blend. Caution: You may have to pay tax on it.

Chapsticks. We buy them, then lose them, find them and lose them again almost immediately. Bottom line, everyone could use a couple more. Unlike your regular old lip balms, these are made with all-natural ingredients and come in cool recyclable cardboard tubes. This group is packed with five of the brand's bestsellers, including Wild Honey and Sweet Mint.

An at-home spa night is the perfect remedy for a tough work week. So, whether their days are filled with tantrums and tattling from littles or teenage drama, they'll be thrilled to settle in for a bath featuring this luxe soap made of silky, moisturizing coconut milk powder and nourishing coconut pulp.

What popular frozen dessert was accidentally invented in 1905 by an 11-year-old? Grab this pack of 200 food-themed quiz questions to find out! We won't make you wait, the answer is popsicles, but this trivia set is packed with 199 other fun facts to help the giftee create an awesome game night.

After a long day of work, making dinner can be the last thing anyone wants to think about. And that's where these bougie bottled sauces come in. Carbone, a celeb favorite restaurant in NYC, makes a pack with three of the restaurant's signature styles: tomato basil, marinara and spicy arrabbiata. All they have to do is add pasta, and, voila, they'll have a gourmet meal.

Yes, another apple for the teacher reference, but this one's a scented candle! It's made of a cozy scent of apple and white jasmine and comes in an adorable apple-inspired vessel they can use long after the candle is done burning.

They have all their lesson plans, but what about food plans? Organized type-A's (so, teachers) will happily dive into this foodie planner. It comes with prompts, recipe pages, shopping lists, measurement guides and pretty much everything they'll need to get their weekly meals streamlined and ready.

Tea towels get put through the wringer, so it's good to have a rotation of pretty ones you can display on your stove. The trick with giving them as a gift is that they're not always beautifully packaged, but not in this case. These basil, mint and dill-decorated unbleached cotton towels come rolled up and packaged in a berry basket. Just add a ribbon or bow and you're good to go.

If there's anything teachers deserve, it's some quality relaxation time. Help them achieve it with this peppy little puzzle designed to look like an affogato. It'll only take them about 20 minutes to finish, but Areaware makes these little guys in beer, broccoli and plenty of other food and drink designs so they can start a collection.

Say goodbye to boring kitchen canisters. This glazed stoneware one from Anthropologie serves as a functional sculpture for your countertop and is ideal for stashing coffee beans, sugar or any other ingredient you need to keep at arm's reach.

She's beauty, and she's grace! Yes, we're talking about the sauce. Truff makes cult-favorite sauces and oils packed with plenty of the high-end truffle flavor people love. This white truffle version comes in a gorgeous gift box (again, no wrapping needed).

What's better than cracking open a good book and sipping on some tea, coffee or hot chocolate? Drinking it out of a bookish mug! This porcelain piece has illustrated spines of classic lit like Great Expectations, Les Miserables, The Wizard of Oz and Gulliver’s Travels.

A quality water bottle is a nice thing for them to keep in the classroom, but this one's so pretty, we wouldn't blame them for taking it home. The ceramic coating and double-walled stainless interior keep hot drinks hot for 12 hours and cold drinks icy for 24 hours. No splashing or leaking, just easy hydration.

Olive oil is much more useful than a bouquet of flowers, and frankly, this bottle is just as pretty. The hand-painted ceramic container can (and should) be used long after the oil is gone as a vase or serving vessel. But let's not forget about the stuff inside. Muraglia olive oil is cold-pressed in Italy using traditional methods to create a fruity and peppery flavor that works well for cooking and finishing.

Are they a teacher by day, and aspiring chef by night? Spice up their cooking routine with this gourmet set of blends that make great rubs on meat, fish and veggies. The box comes with 12 different variations ranging from smoky honey habanero to Korean BBQ and pink peppercorn lemon thyme. Yum!

Who doesn't love a s'more? Grab some graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate and pair them with this makeshift mini campfire. The flame at the top roasts those mallows to toasted perfection, while the metal tray softens chocolate squares.

Being a teacher requires a LOT of coffee…we mean, energy. Save them from future caffeine-related emergencies with an on-the-go espresso maker they can stash in their desk. This one is manually operated, so no batteries required. They'll just need to add hot water to the tank, ground coffee to the filter basket, and press the pump a few times to get a fresh shot to drink as is or add to milk to create their go-to blended beverage.

There's no denying that copper mugs just have a cool factor. You can pair them with ginger beer and some limes to get them started on their Moscow mule journey, but if you're not sure about the teacher's drinking preferences, simply use them as pretty vessels to stash candy, pens or another small present.

Your teacher may already have kitchen untensil at home, but an accessory upgrade is always welcome. This colorful silicone set is BPA-free, has antimicrobial properties, and comes with GIR's signature Spatula, Flip/Turner, Spoon, Ladle and a Spoonula.

Custom and personalized gifts can take a while to get your hands on, but an initial piece is an easy way to get that just-for-you feeling without having to think about it too far in advance. Take this 12” x 7” cheese board for example, it’s made of mango wood, marble and brass and you can grab it and gift it instantly.