The best gifts for daycare providers
Are you ready to honor Teacher Appreciate Week in celebration of your child’s daycare teacher?
Teacher Appreciation Week wasn’t a thing when I was in school, at least I don’t think so. But the observation is much deserved!
Daycare teachers are often overlooked during this time but they have the right to our appreciation too.
No one realizes that more than the parent who has to take care of their toddler for a weekend by themselves. And yes, I’m talking about me.
So, let’s face it, daycare teachers are amazing!
While Teacher Appreciation Week may only last for five days, there is no limit to how many times you can let your child’s teachers know how much they mean to your
family.
These daycare teacher appreciation gift ideas are a great place to start. They are practical and budget-friendly for when there are multiple teachers you want to treat.
The best part? Kids (toddlers and preschoolers) can help assemble most of the gift ideas below! So, say thank you and make this year’s Teacher Appreciation Week the most memorable of all for your daycare teacher!
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What is an appropriate teacher appreciation gift for daycare teachers?
Like any teacher, daycare teachers want to feel valued and be recognized for the commitment they are making to your children. It’s hard to truly know what to buy them and gift cards may seem like they way to go. But, that’s not what they really want. Don’t get me wrong, they will still be appreciative but they desire something that doesn’t have to cost much at all.
Daycare teachers want gifts that come from the heart and highlight what they mean to you and your child. It means so much to them when they receive a personalized note and cards that are decorated by the kids. Those are the kind of gifts they cherish and hang on to forever.
So, yes, a gift card is still appropriate but be sure to add a personal note too!
How much should I spend on a daycare teacher gift?
Believe it or not, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to make a lasting impression on a teacher during their appreciation week.
Many working moms stress out on how much money to spend on gifts, especially when there is more than one teacher in a room.
You want to recognize everyone and you don’t want anyone to feel left out. But, buying gifts for 3 or 4 daycare teachers can get costly pretty quickly. I realized this when my daughter was an infant and had at any given time 4 teachers that took care of her.
I couldn’t give one teacher without giving to the other 3. At the same time, I couldn’t afford to buy teacher appreciation gifts for 4 teachers.
Instead, I turned to my hand dandy Cricut cutting machine and made them each a personalized tumbler with a sweet thank you note. It didn’t cost me a lot of money and I knew they appreciated it as I saw them using the tumblers every day.
The same thing happened the following year when I used the cricut to make personalized canvas bags!
It’s easy to fall into the trap of trying to keep up with what all of the other moms are doing. Yes, our kids spend a lot of time with their daycare teachers. Some would even say they are “raising” them. But, that doesn’t mean you should spend more money than you need to.
Hopefully, the following teacher appreciation gift ideas will show you that you can present your child’s daycare teacher with a lovely gift without breaking the bank. My goal is to not spend more than $10-$12 per teacher without placing limitations on my level of appreciation.
So far, my daycare teacher appreciation gift ideas have all been a hit!
Gift ideas for daycare staff
Add some useful kitchen gadgets to this sweet gift idea that goes perfectly with the free printable gift tag poem. The Dollar Tree would be my first stop followed by the dollar section in Target.
Print out these adorable teacher appreciation cards for toddlers to color in for their favorite daycare teacher. With two different versions, kids can choose the one that they think their teacher will like the best. Or make both!
Thank You for Sticking With Me This School Year Teacher Gift
Your toddler or preschooler may not be allowed to chew gum, but we can guarantee your child’s teacher will love this sticky present!
A little bit salty and a whole lot sweet, these chocolate-covered pretzels are easy to turn in to adorable apples. They’re a great after-school pick-me-up!
Give your favorite teacher a place to record her thoughts and memories with a personalized notebook. This easy craft is perfect for kids from preschool through high school.
What’s better than flowers? A handmade colored pencil vase to put them in! Some double-sided tape, a box of colored pencils, and a few other inexpensive supplies combine to make this adorable teacher appreciation gift!
When you have a lot of teachers to buy for it can get expensive! Try this idea for teacher appreciation candy bars that are sure to be a hit with the daycare staff – and your budget!
Cute and easy to make, this apple craft is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers to make for their daycare or preschool teachers. Slip a loop of yarn or ribbon at the top and it’s an instant hanging apple for the whiteboard.
Add one of these adorable gift tags to a chocolate flower and make your teacher’s day! Not a fan of chocolate? You can attach them to paper flowers instead!
Teachers help children grow and this hand-painted terra cotta pot helps them grow their favorite herbs as well! The best part? It’s the perfect teacher appreciation gift craft for all ages!
Turn the prettiest ribbon you can find into a one-of-a-kind lanyard for your favorite educator!
Cookie Themed Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea (includes printable)
Celebrate your teacher with a cookie and card combo using this easy idea. Include homemade cookies for an extra-special touch.
Lose the calories and whip up these Scrumptious Donut Bath Bombs!
Donuts and bubble baths are the ultimate end of week combination and these donut bath bombs take it to a whole new level. Make a big batch for all of the teachers in the daycare!
Fill a small watering can with the things your teacher loves using this clever craft idea! Remember, Dollar Tree is your friend!!!
After a long day at school, treat your favorite teacher to a night out. Include a gift card to his or her favorite restaurant and make this printable gift complete.
Help soften your teacher’s hard-working hands with an easy DIY sugar scrub. The combination of coconut oil and vitamin E means it makes hands (and feet!) extra soft!
Some days your favorite teacher just needs a pick me up! This DIY Teacher Emergency Kit is filled with all of her favorite snacks.
These simple mason jar mugs will quickly become your teacher’s favorite water bottle! Add a colorful straw and these free printable gift tags to complete the present.
Satisfy your teacher’s sweet tooth with this homemade chocolate peanut butter cup bark. It’s easy to make and sure to be devoured!
Teachers love handmade cards and these flower petal cards are perfect for delivering just the right message of appreciation and thanks.
Daycare teacher appreciation gift ideas
Did you enjoy the gift ideas?
Not only will these gift ideas for daycare workers save you money during Teacher Appreciation Week, but they will also give you a fun opportunity to bond with your child.
Remember, you don’t have to break the bank in order to show your gratitude. Simply give something from the heart and have fun with it! When in doubt, turn to the Cricut and never underestimate the value of food.
You can always get with the other moms to bring in breakfast items and celebrate the entire group of daycare teachers.
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