30+ Best Gifts for Reading Teachers
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We’re sharing all of our favorite gift ideas for reading teachers for holiday gifts or Teacher Appreciation. Whether you’re buying for your favorite teacher or for yourself, you’ll want to check out this list of fun and useful gifts!
Gifts That Reading Teachers Love
I’ve been a teacher for almost 14 years, and so I feel like an expert in what can brighten the day of one. So I put together a Science of Reading-aligned list of things that I’ve personally used or would LOVE to try!
I was sure to include gift ideas at varied but always reasonable price points. As my granddad used to say, “I’m not a Rockefeller!” And of course, it truly is the thought that counts! Most teachers would be so touched to know their friends, family, and students are thinking of them.
There are gifts that a teacher could use to make their busy, sometimes stressful days a little easier, and there are gifts that can make their classroom run smoother and help make instruction fun.
So if you’re shopping for your favorite teacher or for yourself, grabbing some Black Friday deals, shopping for Teacher Appreciation Day, or just in the mood to do some shopping, I hope you find something you’ll enjoy!
Gifts for the Teacher
Whether you're buying a gift for your favorite reading teacher or shopping for youself, these gifts make life for teachers just a little bit sweeter!
Stanley Insulated Tumbler 40 oz
There's a reason these cups are SO popular! Every teacher deserves to hydrate in style. If your favorite teacher doesn't have one yet, this should be #1 on the list!
Science of Reading Morphology Mug
This mug features a morphemic analysis of the words Science of Reading with a literal definition of the words. It's a conversation piece for teachers, administrators, and anyone who loves to share about Orton Gillingham and SOR!
Keurig K- Slim
Teachers run on coffee - and this slim K-cup maker is pretty much designed for the classroom! It's great for desktop coffee brewing!
essie Nail Polish Kit
Get this Nail Polish set in perfect colors for celebrating the holiday season!
Tiny Humans Teacher Notebook
This adorable notebook is the cutest and provides a daily reminder that every day is a good day to teach!
Fun Teacher Earrings
This is the ULTIMATE collection of teacher-inspired earrings. Show off your style with 24 different earrings pairs, from coffee cups to chalkboards to pencils, scissors, and more.
I Teach Kids to Read Ornament
This fun Christmas tree ornament is a thoughtful gift for reading teachers and teachers who love sharing phonics with young readers. The design also comes on a tee shirt!
Flower Power Teacher Shirt
This cute teacher tee is great for dress down Fridays! It has pretty flowers sprouting up with the words, "Teach them, love them, watch them grow." There are a bunch of different colors and styles, so be sure to click and check them out!
Grab-and-Go Healthy Snacks
Tons of healthy, shelf-stable snacks for teachers to enjoy when they need a pick me up. Stockpile your desk for a fast pick-me-up whenever needed!
Relaxing Facial Masks Collection
After a long week, there's nothing like an at-home facial and a movie. These face masks make it easy!
6 Syllable Types Shirt
When you're teaching the syllable types to your students, this shirt will be a fun reminder! This shirt is great for reading teachers aligned with structured reading or Science of Reading.
3 Barrel Curling Iron Wand
This handy tool has made getting out the door early SO much easier! Just crimp and go!
Fujifilm Instax Instant Camera - Mint Green
This is the perfect instant memory maker that helps teachers capture those special memories made in the classroom.
Earnest Living Essential Oil Diffuser
Calming smells can reduce stress and give the classroom or home a relaxing feel. Pairs great with this entire set of essential oils. It has an auto-off function!
Cozy Slippers
I always leave a pair of slippers under my desk so I can take a break after I've been on my feet a while. And if a student walked in unexpectedly, they don't obviously look like slippers!
Gifts for the Classroom
These gifts for great for teachers following the body of research known as the Science of Reading. They include multi-sensory activities and games designed to build important skills like sound-letter correspondence or phonemic awareness.
Spaceman Writing Spacers
Get these super fun "Spaceman" themed tools for kids to use when writing to build their handwriting skills.
Morning Conversation Starters for Kids
These are great prompts to encourage thoughtful conversations and build classroom community during morning meeting time!
Look Who's Listening® Auditory Memory Game
This game is a favorite for K-3 kids as they build listening comprehension and phonological awareness skills in a fun way. This was recommended by my OG fellow and is simply the best!
Sort That Sound Activity Set
Kids use sorting trays and sort pictures that contain a specific speech sound to help build phonemic awareness. All 44 phonemes are included!
Tap and Write CVC Words - 120 Cards
These reusable cards promote orthographic mapping of words based on phonics skills. They promote a speech-to-text format and include elkonin boxes for each sound heard in the word. Sets include CVC words and Blends and Digraphs.
Word Building Pocket Chart/Blending Board
This resource comes with picture cards and letter cards, and is focused on teaching kids the important skill of blending sounds to create words. Kids can also work on their encoding skills as they make sound-letter correspondences to spell words accurately.
Upwords Stacking Word Building Game
This game provides kids with stackable letter tiles and helps deepen their word-building skills. Kids are prompted to change one word to another, making connections between words, patterns, and phonics features.
LEGILINER Writing Lines Stamps
Self-inking stamp that instantly creates writing lines to help encourage good handwriting and proper letter formation.
Doodle Board
These are great to provide authentic, multimodal spelling practice in a FUN way!
15 Drawer Rolling Cart/Organizer
This cart is a must-have for teachers and is super adorable in muted colors.
The ABC's and All Their Tricks
All teachers who teach reading need to have this book on their desks for reference. I use mine every single day! If your favorite teacher loves to read, check out our favorite Science of Reading books.
Sticky Note Tower
When you use SO MANY sticky notes, this keeps them in one place and looks cute, too!
Calm Down Corner Supplies
Everything you need to create a calming space for kids. We suggest a nice rug, a pillow to hug, posters for visual reminders, books about emotions, and fidgets.
Clipboard Holder & Organizer
This wooden stand helps keep clipboards conveniently stored and organized. Pairs perfectly with fun multi-colored clipboards!
Teacher Stamps Set
Get 8 colorful self-inking stamps that encourage confidence and academic growth with different inspiring and instructional messages!
We always love to hear from you! What do you think of this list of gifts? If you’re a reading teacher, are these things you would enjoy too? Did we miss anything?
Parents: You’re here because you love your child’s reading teacher! But if you’re looking for more help for your child, check out our post on dyslexia therapy as provided by Lexercise.