Teacher appreciation week is around the corner and this tech-themed gift idea will be a sure hit!
Teacher Appreciation Week is typically Mon-Friday, the official Teacher Appreciation Day is on Tuesday May 5, 2026, and I’ve seen caregivers celebrate in a variety of different ways. Some send in little notes or treats (think a donut or coffee) every single day, and some choose to send in one gift on 5/5 or to start or end the week. When it comes to this kind of thing, it’s best to do what serves your schedule and budget. I want to mention that teacher gifting (and really any gifting) is rooted in sentiment. I also know we don’t always have the space in our budget for these extras, I have a list of Free Teacher Gift Ideas to incorporate throughout the year. You can also check out 5 Teacher Appreciation Gifts that I shared in 2022.
I did a huge teacher poll on Instagram, and out of hundreds of responses the #1 favorite gift teachers loved was gift cards. I believe most of them really appreciate the flexibility of getting something they love. Target, Amazon, Starbucks or local restaurants were the most requested gift cards. Personalized gifts, handwritten notes and artwork were next on the list (although gift cards still dominated BY FAR). Things teachers said time and time again that they didn’t enjoy receiving: MUGS (this was the most popular answer, by far), candles, perfume/cosmetics, and handmade baked goods.
Mom Hack: I love gifting Starbucks gift cards, because they’re actually pretty versatile. If the educator doesn’t like coffee, they can get tea, a fun frappuccino, a quick snack/breakfast, or bakery item.
I’m sharing a fun gift idea below, with the above considerations taken into account. I typically spend the majority of my budget on the gift card, and then I add in a little extra fun.
I love that these crayon bluetooth speakers and USB drives are gender neutral and would make a great gift for any teacher. This year I’m pairing these with a a crayon themed gift tag and an attached gift card.
