Updated November 18, 2024: We’ve added new gift ideas, updated prices and checked availability of all products
We all know the drama of the WhatsApp group “Math Teacher Gift 🎁”: 257 unread messages, 15 different proposals and the inevitable “How about a tea set?” Which pops up 3 times, or “My cousin has a store of…”. This guide comes as a breath of fresh air, with concrete and tested ideas that will make the process much easier.
For the teacher with a passion for reading
An elegant set of metal bookmarks, engraved with a personal message or teacher’s name, makes an exquisite gift for any book lover. They can be made of premium materials and come in an elegant gift box.
from £5.68
Customizable leather bookmark.
bookmark with pen/pencil/pen case.
For the teacher who loves coffee
A set that includes a variety of premium origin coffees. Perfect for breaks between classes or for the start of an energetic day at the desk.
from £44.95
French Coffee Press with handle and non-slip base Precise Scale Easy to Clean Durable Heat Resistant
A Sleek and Practical Coffee Mug for Travel and Office
For the teacher who’s got it all sorted
A planner specifically designed for a teacher’s needs, with spaces for lesson planning, assessments and personal notes. It can be personalized with the teacher’s name and is available in various stylish colors and designs.
from £6.99
NEWDERY Magnetic Power Bank for Apple Watch & iPhone, 10000mAh
Bellroy Tech Kit Compact (Charger, Cables, Mouse, powerbank, USB Keys, dongles) – Slate
For the teacher who’s passionate about e-books.
eBook Reader Amazon Kindle Scribe 2022, 16GB, Premium Pen.
Kindle Scribe is perfect for reading and writing, even under direct sunlight.
from £234.99
Blinklist Subscription: App that provides summaries of the best non-fiction books.
Amazon Kindle eBook Reader. Now with an improved high resolution display and large storage space.
For all teachers
Chef’s Essential Collection: This selection of spices are absolute must-haves for everyone who loves to cook. It covers an array of exotic cuisines from Italian to Indian and is fundamental to any pantry.
from £38.95
US Sense Wine Decanter Red Wine Aerator & Stand, Wine Aerator Set.
For a greener future, start by planting a fir tree.
Teacher Gifts, quick guide for WhatsApp group survivors:
- Send the article link to the group with the message: ‘We found the perfect gift! We’re voting with emoji 🎁 until tomorrow at 20:00. Most emoji wins. No novellas in the comments, please! 🙏”
- Digital Payments: group Revolut or Splitwise for transparency
* Signed: A mom who survived 23 WhatsApp groups for Christmas giftsCadouri Profesori, ghid rapid pentru supraviețuitorii grupurilor de WhatsApp: