GIFTS TEACHERS LOVE AND HATE! WHAT TO BUY A TEACHER? | EMILY NORRIS

[@LYSLCY]

Teacher here! Even though we have a million coffee mugs, we secretly love them and are proud of our mug collection.

[@meaganodell4479]

That’s what my sons teachers said. One even kept thanking me because she said due to the grades she teaches she doesn’t get teacher gifts. I was shocked and she said she is envious of the elementary school teachers cuz they get all the appreciation gifts and I told her they would be getting end of year ones as well she got all excited. Middle school teachers and HS teachers need love to.

[@LYSLCY]

@@meaganodell4479 that’s so true I teach middle and high, and I only get a couple of gifts each year (which is totally fine). We don’t expect parents to buy gifts for 8 teachers. It’s also totally fine to just get 1 or 2 gifts for your kids’ favorite teachers. Whatever our students choose is always appreciated, and when we do get a gift it is extra special.

[@maggiebridget126]

I know a teacher who displays his mugs on shelves in his classroom. The most cherished ones are either personalized or handcrafted in art class.

[@kimberlyborosa5097]

Not so for me. I tried liking them, but I just can't seem to find them cute, especially since I'm a minimalist who does not drink coffee or tea. I kindly asked students and staff not to get me them, I'd prefer just a simple 'thank you' instead, but they still ignored my request.

[@tamikajanzen9455]

My son's in first grade what do you recommend I get his teacher for a thank you basket they get out of school June 12th

[@angelamita9742]

My aunt was a teacher and after she passed away we found a letter from one of her students that she saved about what a difference she made. It was so heartwarming and inspiring that I printed it and framed it to remind me of what kind of person she was and the kind of person I want to strive to be. My point is that this was gift that meant a lot to her and was even a gift for her daughter and I after she passed away.

[@raybran7865]

If my child brought wine to school as a gift I'd end up getting a visit from the school police officer im afraid. Lol!

[@rachael4512]

Lol! I bought my kids teachers mini bottles of wine (to go with card, bath bomb, candle, Turkish delights). ETA I didn't send it to school with the kids, I brought it with me when I collected them from school 😆.

[@Sarah8561]

Me: *looks over at all the coffee mugs I just bought for my kids teachers*

[@nicoledoty6241]

Don’t worry I just bought a mug too

[@mariahvejar6094]

Sarah Wilkens look was going to but mabey not

[@mariahvejar6094]

Lol

[@khathumadzhege4482]

😂 😂 😂

[@rachelfigueroa3681]

My daughter started school today and she gave her a Starbucks mug and 10 dollar gift card lmao 😬

[@joeyandpascal1647]

I’m a teacher and totally agree! Heartfelt messages of gratitude always make me cry 💕

[@SusiesTips]

Joey and Pascal I like to give home made food to my son’s teacher and I thought they love that 😮😕

[@desireeuvalle9753]

I will be doing this!

[@luvl1bri134]

Susie's Tips I’m sure they love your food they love plenty of things and your food is probably delicious 😋😁 💯% true swear

[@zoesdp]

I my note to my Grade 3 teacher made her cry. She gave me the worlds longest hug. That was my best present

[@Heelsandholster]

I'm a teacher and I'd love anything. A note/card or chocolate is perfect!

[@udd06124252]

Love this video. I’m a teacher and the best present I received was some plants seeds in an envelope with a lovely poem about how the teacher is like a gardener carefully nurturing the flowers in the garden. So I agree messages are the best and if they want to buy something then a voucher is lovely x

[@mague4722]

Wow I really like this ! My sewing class teacher loves plants and I have a bunch of seeds . I will gift her this. Thank you

[@jayalexander6798]

I love that you actually did a real research! Thank you for taking it so seriously and putting a lot of time into it.

[@susandaulton4859]

I tell my students to do an act of kindness with their families instead of getting a gift for me. This can be such a blessing to the child ( quality time with parent) and to the recipient.

[@sarbjit8418]

*Me:Shoot..* **Hides best teacher mug**

[@tiya3951]

MEEEE

[@jodiewilkins6958]

I always feel embarrassed at getting gifts from my class. Especially as there are usually a few children who’s parents don’t bother or can’t afford to give to us and those children always look really embarrassed. And they shouldn’t! Christmas is a time to be kind, not to give presents for the sake of receiving them. I make a point of not opening in front of children due to these children but always write a thank-you note. I totally agree with the first few points! A heartfelt letter is amazing, and a class collection to a voucher is way better than 20 sets of miniature shower gel. To be clear: we never expect presents. However it seems that it is expected of us to get the children presents now. Trying to find gifts for 30 children under £1 each is so difficult and sometimes the recipients aren’t that grateful. I’m on MAT leave at the moment, but next year I’m going to install a kindness advent and encourage this rather than gift giving. Love your blogs, Emily! They have really helped me navigate life with a newborn! X

[@noorthamir1184]

Jodie Wilkins I loved your comment. It’s so thoughtful. I can imagine how hard it’s when kids feel embarrassed for that. ❤️

[@mommyof3smarties]

Jodie, i completely see where you are coming from. When you mentioned teachers giving gifts to the children, myself as a mother of 3 never would expect a teacher to give my children a gift. This has happened in the past and I honestly think that it should not be expected, i am ashamed by some who think it should. A gesture, perhaps (holiday hugs, mean so much more to a child)...a gift? Totally unnecessary.

[@livrennie8630]

hey,, just quickly I was wondering this,, my science teacher is my fave teacher and I've had her for two years ,,I love her to bits. She just told our class she's pregnant and I know nobody else would bother but I wanted to get her something,, do you think personally you would appreciate a small blanket for the baby ?? X only asking since you said you were on mat leave 😂❤️

[@meaganodell4479]

Getting children presents I never heard nor expect that of a teacher. Wow 😯

[@jessicatrinidad4818]

Teacher of 27 years here: I disagree with ALL of the “dislike” items. I love and have received all of them.

[@meaganodell4479]

My sons High School and Junior High Schools were so appreciative of the gifts they just got they get excluded because of their grade levels.

[@phiathefirst]

lol I panicked cause I gave multiple teachers some perfumes during the christmas party (currently planning for our year end hehe)

[@cschaefe37]

I'm a middle school teacher and save all of my notes from my kiddos, love them and read them when I'm feeling down

[@zoesdp]

Awww

[@zoesdp]

🥰 ❤️ 😊

[@kristareesman5109]

So sweet

[@Sam-ye3nc]

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[@Sam-ye3nc]

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[@eleftheriatagouli6148]

At last....a video for us who are teachers!!!!Thanks Emily!!!!

[@Nayia4]

💁📚❤️

[@annabalazova2708]

Could not take my eyes of You. You look stunning in black and the golden buttons! Wow. I am a teacher too and I did not like reciving homemade food either.😊

[@andrejak.8650]

Are homemade cookies therefore really considered as a big no-no?

[@annabalazova2708]

@@andrejak.8650 It depends... I had two male colleagues who loved to recive all kinds of homemade food 😋 I guess that if you wrap it all nicely (and biscuits are perfect for that) it will make a great gift 😉

[@kateneedle9822]

As a teacher I love receiving plants and flowers. Candles are always welcome!! 😀 But of course a thank you is always the best gift. Great video! xx

[@jessicabusby8264]

As a teacher I agree with all of these, I’ve kept all of my handmade cards from the children and also ones with lovely messages! I actually didn’t think of a coffee voucher- that would be a great gift so many teachers turn up at school having bought a coffee so this would make January so much easier! X

[@SophiePickles]

I'm a teacher and my favourite presents have always been cards with heartfelt messages inside. I keep them all!

[@Mmmmaq]

I was planning to buy my teacher a dior perfume & Dior lipsticks. Guess I’ll just buy a random box of chocolates

[@jessicacoutts2941]

As a teacher, I agree with this 100%. I wish all my students and their families watched this. 😂

[@magickaldust1213]

As a teacher, what is the BEST and the WORST gift you have personally received?

[@krystynclark9845]

😂😂😂 xx

[@stevieb55]

Jessica Coutts What - you think it acceptable to list which gifts you would like. You are well paid, with amazing holiday entitlement and yet you still think you deserve a reward for just doing your job?

[@niamhnir]

@@stevieb55 any teacher I know has 38 weeks of pay split over 52, some only get paid the weeks they are in school so they have to take on extra work in the school holidays and are you telling me you never get any bonus/token of appreciation at work

[@magickaldust1213]

@@stevieb55 "Well paid" made me literally laugh out loud. Teachers are practically raising our children, they spend almost as much time with them as with their parents. It's a HARD job. Not to mention, tons of jobs get 'extras' just for doing their job. Literally what do you think bonuses are????? It's not a requirement, it's something *nice* to do for someone that greatly impacts the life of those you care about. Calm down.

[@thelittlestbird3039]

I'm a preschool teacher and one of the best gifts we have ever received (which we still all bring up every end of term/Christmas) was a 'lunch time hamper'. The parent gave us a big Aldi 'bag for life' crammed with crisps, biscuits, coffee, teabags, cereal bars, cup-a-soups... ect... with the thought behind it being that it took care of our lunches for a couple of days! Which it did :)

[@emmaslater7101]

Teachers in the UK sometimes have to buy stationary and supplies for lessons, depends on what school you work in really. The gift ideas in this video sound spot on. When I got married all the parents in my class clubbed together and I got £100 voucher for John Lewis. Amazingly generous! Thanks to all the parents who are making such a effort for their children’s teachers, we really appreciate it x

[@lifewithvykky]

So glad I watched this first. I literally crossed off 3 things I put on my list for my daughter's teachers. 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@sophie-rr9zb]

As a teacher I would love to receive a nicely chosen christmas tree decoration, with their name and the year written on the back!!!

[@ad.1237]

Hi, thanks, I'm a student in the UK and this year, I'm in yr 11 so I would love to give my teacher thank you gifts for all of their support and patience so this video helped me. I was wondering what would y said about giving a teacher a personalised trophy or personalised necklace if they always wear necklace? Thanks

[@abbey-leighmccarthy4708]

Can i just say I would LOVE a mum like Emily. Everyone needs an emily in there life !xxx

[@angieluvstwix]

Here I am. 3 years after you’ve made this video. 😊 Super helpful tips. I think gas gift cards would be appreciated too

[@maaidosaid7373]

Gas gift cards, wow perfect idea thank you. Agree with you.

[@1bestfriend2u18]

I'm going to get my teaching degree and move to the UAE. Lol thanks for sharing. This is my first time and your list of dos and don't is helpful.

[@niamhrooney3032]

In my experience it's only been an exchange between teachers! I don't really expect to get a present from a child at all - The thing I love the most is a card or even a little note of appreciation - that sentiment is why I keep teaching 💕

[@candiceself8366]

Mugs & homemade food...all things I have done repeatedly...LOL!

[@jeniffernunez9799]

Love it! With Christmas 🎄 around the corner I keep thinking what to give to son’s teacher, speech therapists and audiologists they all work together and have helped him come such a long way!! This are good ideas for the 👎 what not to give them 😊

[@hollyb1364]

Oh bugger! Ive done a mug, with Christmas socks in and a chocolate in! 🙊😂 the thought was there x

[@mrsemilynorris]

Holly b yep I did that last year!

[@kit5187]

I’m a teacher and I appreciate absolutely anything that the children give to me as a gift, as it shows I’ve been thought of and that I’m appreciated. Your gift sounds lovely x

[@StephyLB88]

I’ve just made the same thing for my sons teachers too 😂😂 But as a preschool teacher this is something I have loved being given in the past! x

[@mefwolsey5441]

Me too!!

[@katbhyahya9394]

Teachers love scented candles and chocolate and also cards

[@maisym831]

Soon I’m not gonna be in year 9 anymore, meaning that I won’t get to see my favourite teacher, she means more than “just a teacher” to me. She’s an inspiration, she has gotten me through so much, I don’t know what I’d do today if it wasn’t for you. I will still get to see her but not as much as I do now. Miss Phillips, if you see this. You truly don’t understand the impact you have made on me and you make me feel like I can do everything I want, history was boring until I met you, you mean everything to me. ~ Maisy

[@OMGitsaClaire]

My mom was a teacher for 30 years. She has well over two dozen Christmas mugs and another two dozen “best teacher” Christmas ornaments. And honestly most of them don’t get used. When she started teaching she got more gifts but the last years she taught her school system put a cap on teacher gifts to a value of $5 per child. But even a homemade and a $5 Starbucks gift card lets a teacher know you care and lets them have a little treat. And as for American teachers needing school supplies: my mom got $60 a year to supply her classroom. While kids brought supplies from home some kids didn’t have many resources. And by Christmas all the glue sticks are dried up and all the crayons are broken. If you want to donate supplies to the classroom ask what the teacher needs. It may be a new electric pencil sharpener or packs of pencils or packs of lined paper. But there will be something.

[@michelecarriepardee6959]

I usually enjoy homemade stuff! I had a student make me a jar full of THE best holiday hot cocoa mix ever! Homemade from the heart a traditional family recipe is nearly always wonderful!

[@criescutely5405]

Tbh I think teachers should just be grateful for the fact they got something and not say “oh I don’t want a mug”uNgRaTeFuL A lot of kids don’t even bother so they should just appreciate it

[@LivingKeto]

Best video ever! 😅😀 🤣 love you Emily! ❤️ You saved me from a disaster! 😎

[@simonadurrantart]

I'm a parent but it tottaly makes sense and i needed some reassurance on what to get for teachers. So thank you for the research and sharing the results! 🎉🎉🎉

[@ihsanjadayel155]

I live in the UAE We love love the British curriculum so lots of schools have native UK teachers and you know people here are wealthy (not all though) only the locals. For my daughter's teacher we collected around 1000$ as a gift voucher

[@bethkleinman6862]

Hi! Thank you for preparing this! I am a teacher in the U.S. and what you said was so on point! Your research worked! I am always appreciative of anything, but, I guess because I am in the American group, I don’t like receiving alcoholic beverages because I don’t drink, but it sometimes makes a good gift. Everything you said was true!

[@StephASMR]

It’s so true, a message of genuine thanks is so awesome. I keep them all ❤

[@heidiwhite6068]

This was such a welcomed video. I have been agonizing over what to get sons first ever teacher who is a superstar. This is great!! Thanks Emily and all the honest hardworking teachers out there 😊

[@jamilehrobinson4562]

I have only gotten the do not like stuff. Omg.. thanks for this!

[@daemosthenese8543]

I’m graduating this year, and it came up recently with my English teacher that I like to collect animal bones (because they’re cool and it’s a family tradition) and she was super weirded out by it but also was laughing at it. So of course I made her a fox-tooth necklace.

[@whyy9927]

yh a little weird..... and white people call us barbarians

[@jem6578]

daemosthenese bro you weird..

[@ieshawilliams3475]

It’s not weird unless it’s human bones other than tht everyone has different things they like

[@Aries659]

Want 1. Grateful Messages/Note 2. Vouchers, spa vouchers 3. Alcohol 🍷 🍺 4. Chocolate 5. School supplies Do not want: 1. Mugs,Key chains 2. Flowers, plants 3. Home made food 4. Bath supplies, after shave 5. Jewelry, make up

[@CPeetG]

I always give my kids teachers a thank you note with a gift card to either Amazon or Starbucks. Glad I’ve been doing the right thing. 😁

[@yafefia84]

I’m not a teacher but I’m on the same page about gifts with them!

[@rachelghatrora3299]

This is ace!!! I’m going to video and interview with my girls all about what they like at school and their teacher and send them that. They’re too little to write but they can articulate how they feel 🥰

[@martatustian9106]

I always do a hamper with biscuits, tea, coffee for the staff room and a general thank you card for all the staff, not just teachers, there are other people who support the school like cleaners, reading assistants, admin staff etc. And my girls will write a little Xmas cards for their classroom teacher I might get them a little box of chocolates too. Who does not like chocolate! You can eat it, shear it or regift it! Great video Emily xx

[@lipsticktattoos]

Marta Tustian just want to say thank you so much for acknowledging there’s other people involved in daily school life! I’m a midday supervisor, which I absolutely love doing, but I do feel us ‘non teachers’ aren’t recognised a lot of the time. I am in no way at all saying we all need gifts too, absolutely not, it’s just nice when us other school staff members are noticed too. There are many children in my school who tell me I am their favourite person at school, which melts my heart! Being trusted by small humans to listen to them, sort their problems, turn their tears into laughter, mend friendships, look after their grazed knees and cut hands or simply playing tag with them is such an amazing feeling!

[@lizcourtney1]

love the staff room hamper idea!

[@chloetham1193]

Omg Emily, it's like you've read my mind. This video is so timely and so useful. I was planning to bake something for my son's teachers. So glad for your video because I'd much rather get something that they will enjoy.

[@ggandbb1702]

Well... i was strapped for cash so i made a banana cake for my daughters teachers. I feel like a right fool now 😂 its a delicious tasting recipe so i thought i was doing the right thing! Ieven included a page with ingredients due to possible allergies....darn...why couldnt i have seen this 2 weeks ago!

[@ednagirl1]

GG and BB banana cake sounds amazing though

[@mtaylor414]

This is fabulous and very helpful! Thank you Emily. I have a first grader (United States) who is my only child so this is only my second year to buy for a teacher and I am at a loss. This helps so much! xoxo

[@kinkini303]

Emily you are a life saver. You don't know how many times you saved me. I am not only a first time mom but also new to UK. Your videos are so much helpful and full of informations. A big hug from me. Love from Scotland 💓

[@inesblueberry1470]

Just in time! Im searching for some inspiration and your video just came UP 💖

[@ana-mariac.177]

Brilliant idea! Love it! I am a teacher and i totally agree 😊 Most hated gift by me is definitely flowers. Gratitude is always the gift that warms my heart. Keep up the good work, i love watching vlogmas on your channel! 🤗😘

[@megansonnenberg9212]

I have been a teacher for 5 years and my absolutely favorite is a note from parents a picture the child makes and a gift card. Those are the ones I really love!

[@LindseyDawnArt]

When i was a teacher i looooved having little messages from the kids. I still keep them years on in my.memory box

[@jenaflor]

Definitely guilty of giving my teachers mugs back then... lol But I definitely understand the a letter of gratitude. They don't get paid very well and they're the ones who are in charge of our futures. They deserve more than they're being given, for sure. What a great video, Em! 💕

[@3as1]

The best gift I could give my teachers was attention at class & good grades.

[@tracyhalpin724]

I was a pre school/ creche manager for 14 years and I can't agree with u enough! I've two letters I've kept all these years later. One from a child with a drawing, and another from parent who really said how much she appreciated me and was really heart felt. I give a gift vouchers at the end of the year just €20 so they can decide if they want choc, wine r Pjs! Xmas I get a Xmas tree decoration( usually from a charity) as I loved to receive them and a handwritten card from my kids. Last year one of my girls teachers loved roald dahl so I got him the treasury book with a little note inside- my girl said he loved it and read parts to his class n kept in the classroom and hopefully he n many kids can enjoy . When my kids where in creche I used to buy a popular nursery book as I loved reading stories as a teacher and always was buying some for my class so I knew I'd appreciate that. Simple n thoughtful is always the way . And I always appreciate a card with a little message much more than any gift I've recieved x brilliant video never seen anything like this b4 n lovely u got info from teachers 😊

[@pardeeppaddan3628]

I'm a teacher love cards or pictures from pupils. Also love stationary gifts, chocolate/biscuits and candles.

[@lizemuller7524]

I'm also a teacher, and I agree with the stationery we also have to supply our own stationery so that is a great idea! And a heart felt letter of appreciation is always the best

[@Crg853]

Who else loves her voice

[@evabeaverbr]

Meee! And her accent is just amazing

[@JoyfulLivingLinda]

I'm daily concidering what to get for my sons preschool teacher, they are amazing people and deserve sooo much for taking care of the most important I have in my life. Being a teacher myself (before I changed career) the thing I loved most was when parents or kids took time in their everyday life to spend a few extra minutes at pick up to tell me how much they appreciated the work I put in.

[@nathalyashley]

It's currently teachers appreciation week and i decided to buy my sons teacher lunch for tomorrow. I decided to pair it with a gift card and some school supplies (pens, expor markers, etc). Its not a lot but I figured it beats a mug lol

[@masoomafairooz1104]

I literally read "WANT to buy a teacher?"

[@polly5636]

When I was younger both my parents were teachers and they NEVER had to buy chocolate at Christmas, it all came from others! The mugs and tat just used to go in the bin... they always felt bad but there was just no room for it!

[@fabiolaarauz4439]

I was just thinking about purchasing their gifts and dreading looking and guessing! Thanks for the vid! Also guilty of the no nos.😩

[@cholocortez4887]

Tysvm for this it helped me so very much I wanna try this to my strict teacher so that she can hopefully change and know that she's still appreciated and is still a super duper very great teacher💜💚☺💚💜

[@moswah99]

Umm, is no one going to mention the Arabian teachers receiving cars?...

[@kimberlygonzalez3148]

moswah99 I wouldn’t even want a car lol I love my car and wouldn’t trade it for anything

[@judedakak8523]

moswah99 Being an Arab myself I’m gonna assure you that we don’t gift teachers cars.. it’s just stereotypes

[@halakd9551]

Ehh maybe beacause they don't. Ive never seen any arab teacher getting a car we are not that rich its really just stereotypes. And people from arabic countries are called arabs not arabians

[@mistylavertu8412]

Sorry... off topic... you look amazing! Where is your sweater from?

[@stellarfox2011]

Emily I have only recently discovered your channel as I’m expecting my first and I found your newborn essentials video... I am now addicted to all your videos! I can’t wait to have a lovely little family like yours 💕 p.s. you really do have the loveliest voice!

[@sehrnazim2944]

Bless you Emily! I was just stressing about what to buy my daughters nursery teacher (this is the first time I am buying a gift for a teacher) And I thought ‘has Emily done a video on this previously?’ And then the title popped up on my screen! 😀👍

[@clairem7123]

Where is your lovely polo neck from? Such good advice, thanks!

[@ebonymckenzie1112]

It is so amazing how you are allowing the teachers to have a voice. I think that teachers are extremely underappreciated. I know they don't do it for the reward but it would be nice for us to show them we care, even if the government doesn't. REAL TAKE from THE PURPLE UNICORN MISS D.P.C.A. DEUCES ✌

[@carinacarroll1980]

I love giving my kids teachers gifts just a thank you for the year especially if the teacher was amazing and went above and beyond. I din't spend much and keep it thoughtful and simple.

[@magickaldust1213]

In the US I'm not even sure how you could legally give wine... it cant be on campus and you OBVIOUSLY cant send it with your kid

[@louisetrott]

Dusty Riggin lol that you could get a gun onto a US school campus easier than a bottle of wine. In England you tend to drop your child at the door to their classroom in primary school so may be able to hand it over to the teacher directly

[@magickaldust1213]

@@louisetrott lol this is tragically/pathetically true. Literally alcohol (along with any drug and even tobacco) isn't allowed anywhere on the campus here... Teachers can get fired for even having it in their car, it's the most ridiculous thing.

[@MeganVlogz]

That's remarkable!! (The alcohol being in their car thing) I've often received wine as a gift from students (aged 11-16) and it's not with their parents anywhere near, it's just trusted that they will give it and/or wrapped up. Again, UK school btw.

[@magickaldust1213]

@@MeganVlogz its crazy our laws with alcohol... I remember being a couple years younger than my boyfriend and having to leave the grocery store while he checked out because I was under 21 and they wouldnt sell to him if I was there 🙄

[@catlovett4395]

I’m a teacher in the US, and I’ve received beer and wine as gifts from parents. They just wrap it in a box so admin doesn’t know what it is 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@toraoswife]

Thank you!!

[@hanac1983]

When did this become a thing to give gifts to teachers? We never did as kids and this puts a lot of pressure on parents who are unable to afford it. Must also be hard on the children who haven't got a gift as it points them out as different. I find it a very weird thing to do.x

[@rescuetheanimals5949]

100% agree x

[@lalaloom9489]

Totally agree!

[@sandracalderon-andrade7537]

It's a thing since it's nice to be appreciative of all the work teachers do teaching and caring for your child. A thank you note is free...just saying

[@keeravivian]

-_-...She made it clear they don't expect presents, that the thing they loved most was a heartfelt note. I think that is the least you can do. They take care of your kid all year and do way more than they are paid for.

[@sadieamadiz6707]

Thank you for doing the research and taking the time to make this video! I'm a teacher and I absolutely agree with all of it!👍😀❤

[@assyriannahrin]

Totally agree, I always give gift cards

[@Sometimeicook]

Thank you for sharing this!!

[@ItsmesaraHI]

I’m going to get my teacher something for her birthday and I wasn’t sure what but I got a idea now I’m planning a card about how nice she is and either a gift card for Starbucks or a reusable cup because she always get it….! 😂❤🎉🤭😄🥳☺️👍

[@sassypants7536]

As a teacher, I feel you can never go wrong with some chocolate/wine/gift cards!

[@phoebeduncan]

Sorry but who gives teachers CLOTHES??!😂❤️

[@magickaldust1213]

I agree lol but I'm kinda thinking that includes like scarves and stuff haha

[@JessicaElle]

I received a pair of leggings from a family last year! At least they were cute...😂❤ ~Jess

[@deirdreoconnor8670]

My friend received a going out dress from a family who owns a clothes shop but it was two sizes too big. She was very offended! 😆

[@phoebeduncan]

Dusty Riggin ah yes didn’t think of that!!

[@phoebeduncan]

Deirdre O'connor ahaha

[@lynseymoffett9656]

First time round buying gift for nursery teacher... Got a lovely card and a 2pack of novelty xmas socks in a nice little box from M+S.... So glad socks didnt show on ur what not to buy list lol.... Well maybe it falls under clothes....?!?! Great video, always perfect timing too xx

[@lizcourtney1]

socks are one of those things that will always get used, I always appreciate them! Even if they're a weird style or whatever, you can wear them at home/have shoes on when you go out

[@krystynclark9845]

Brilliant video Emily! I’ve never gave “best teacher” gifts because of the reason you said it would just clutter up there house & would probably not use it, I’m going to stick to wine & a gift voucher 😃 xx

[@northernsteph]

Here's an unusual one for you. I live in northern Canada(like WAY NORTH)and am married to a teacher and have worked in schools myself for years. It's not uncommon here for a young teen student to gift some of his first animal hunt to people in his life he admires...ie. his teacher.So my husband has received both moose and caribou roasts-freshly harvested off the land. Highly appreciated where we live.

[@northernsteph]

@@hannahcollings6358 ummm..why? Different cultures do things different ways.

[@carlaswain2290]

Teacher here too! Absolutely yes to vouchers.In the whole time I have been teaching I have never received a voucher.I always get so much chocolate that it saves me from having to buy any over Christmas so that is a plus.

[@kindairreevant8607]

Emily I love your videos so much 💓 💖 💗 Please do a day in the life! This is so helpful! x

[@jahlayjahmark8817]

They have to appreciate

[@dolly4446]

Thank you! I so needed help with this subject 👍🏼I need to get my sons teacher something

[@mrs.stocky2445]

The US has some very strict ideas about teachers social lives. I've known teachers who have been disciplined for being seen at a local restaurant having margaritas after work, not acting foolish, not drunk, just seen with a drink. We would possible get in trouble for accepting alcohol as a gift, also it would get the parent in trouble to bring it on school grounds. I was taken into my principals office with one of his assistants my first year because some students had gotten a picture of myself and my boyfriend(now husband) off Facebook simply standing together at my cousin's wedding...the students made inappropriate comments about the two of us and I recieved a warning about my social life becoming a distraction. We don't drink. We don't party. We literally were standing in formal attire that was not revealing and smiling at the camera.

[@lipz11223344]

I always make a hamper with bath products, diary, stationary, chocolate, ornament and candle or mug. Also a thank you card.

[@karenmilitello9884]

No mugs, that's for sure!! I do not drink coffee and I ALWAYS get Starbuck's gift cards!! I like to get gift cards to book stores or clothing stores!!

[@MilyFitzgerald]

Ha my first option to give a teacher was a mug with candy 😁 I'm glad I watched this! xo

[@monicanewkirk6596]

In the US, the students/parents are responsible for the school supplies, not the teachers. I'm a mother of 5 children. My oldest is 21 years old and my youngest is 2 years old.

[@capricecorner2965]

I was actual going to make cookies for my teachers, but now I know better!

[@amystevenson6086]

Im not a teacher or have kids but found this so interesting!