Our children’s teachers do so much with so little. When the holidays roll around, many of us like to thank them with a small gift of appreciation. But what to give? Chances are good that they already have enough refrigerator magnets or resin apples inscribed with the words, #1 Teacher. To get some better ideas, we polled local teachers to find out what gifts they have most enjoyed from years past. You might also ask if they have a wish list for their classroom. When supplies run low, they often restock with money from their own pockets.

• Movie passes
• Note cards
• Book donation to library in teacher’s honor
• Gift certificates for:
  • manicure
  • restaurant
  • spa
  • bookstore
  • massage
• Homemade goodies and cards
• Personalized bag
• Favorite sports team car tag
• Coffee mug
• Ornaments
• Tissues, dry erase markers, etc.
• Book of prayers
• Engraved sign for the classroom door