52 Best Teacher Gifts They'll Actually Use, According To Real Teachers

Sometimes a teacher just needs somewhere to jot their thoughts and the hilarious things their students say. Gift this journal to yours and it'll be bursting with memories by the time June rolls around.

This electric coffee warmer will keep any teacher's coffee from going cold throughout the day so every sip is as good as the last. Your kid's teacher will be so thankful.

Your English teacher probably loves to read, but it's a pretty popular hobby among the rest of the education-inclined crew, too. So, if you're looking for an inexpensive, but actually useful *and* thoughtful gift for every teacher on your list, look no further.

The ultimate thank you gift for a teacher is a simple, yet meaningful one. Start the new year off on the right foot by showing your new teacher a li'l recognition. There's no better way to convey that than with a thoughtful, handwritten card (though slipping in a gift card doesn't hurt either).

If you think their "What I Did On My Summer Vacation" essay includes a mention of 'beaching, not teaching,' this is a great gift. It's perfect for poolside-lounging teachers, too.

Teachers are books of knowledge, but sometimes they just want to give all that thinking a break. Any teacher will love escaping with this adult coloring book/planner.

If you know your teacher is a plant lover, these super cute and small succulents will bring some life to their home or classroom. Give the three-pack to one or separate them out for a few of your favorite teachers.

Help keep the teacher in your life organized with this cute elephant-shaped pencil holder that has a convenient place to store a phone in its tusk.

The best memories are made in school. Give a teacher a way to document them all year long with this instant mini camera they'll be able to use both in class and at home, too.

Every teacher needs their go-to cup for coffee, tea, and water. This stainless steel vacuum insulated tumbler is perfect for long days in the classroom. Plus, it has lifetime warranty.

If you want to give your teacher a snack they can share with their coworkers, this gift comes with a whole menu full of snacks, including peanut butter pretzels, three-seed crackers, and pepper and onion relish.

The teacher who's always running around will appreciate this sleek leather charging pad the next time they need to power up their phone, tablet, or earbuds.

This insulated wine glass only speaks the truth. Plus, the personalization is laser engraved so you can rest easy knowing your favorite teacher will be enjoying their favorite vino in this special stemless tumbler for many school years to come.

It's a given that teachers are on their feet for hours throughout the day. Help them recover after office hours with this heated foot massager with three kneading and three pressure levels.

Help your favorite teacher ease into a relaxing holiday vacation with this soothing lavender-scented soy candle. It'll bring on all the calming vibes they may not get during the hectic school day.

Every teacher knows that movie days are a great way to pass the time. Unfortunately, not all classrooms have screens. Treating your teacher to a mini portable projector will be beneficial for them and their students in the long run.

Have several teachers you want to share a token of appreciation with? These keychains feature a sentimental note and cute, sparkly charms.

Something they don't teach you in school, but definitely should: Food-based gifts are always a good idea. And, if your teach isn't into processed sweets, a bouquet of delicious fruits is sure to delight them.

This air purifier is perfect for a teacher's desk. It'll filter out classroom dust, pollen, mold spores, and more. Fresh air is definitely a commodity in the classroom.

Teachers LOVE summer vacation. In fact, they may even love it more than their students. That's why a gift they can use during that special time, like this easy-to-carry outdoor blanket, is guaranteed to make them smile when it's cold outside.