Make cookies, cupcakes, or any yummy treat for your teacher. Ask an adult to help you if needed.
You can put the treat in a nice bag or box. Add a ribbon or small tag to make it look extra special. Don’t forget to ask if your teacher has allergies first!
A sweet gift from the heart is always a great surprise. It shows you worked hard to make them smile.
Teachers always need supplies, and this gift helps a lot!
You can bring things like dry-erase markers, sticky notes, tissues, or crayons.
These items run out fast in class. You can put them in a small basket or gift bag. Add a note that says, “You’re the write teacher for me!” or “Thanks for sticking with us!”
It’s a super helpful gift, and your teacher will be very thankful. Giving tools they use every day shows you care.
Succulent plants with a tag: “Thanks for helping me grow.”
Teachers do a lot every day, and sometimes they need a break. A gift card to a spa or for a massage is a great way to help them relax.
It’s a special treat that says, “You deserve some time for you!” You can put the gift card in a card with a note like, “Thanks for all your hard work!” Even a small amount helps.
It gives your teacher a chance to rest, relax, and feel appreciated.
Group gift from the class (pool funds for something bigger)
Sometimes, one big gift from the whole class is better than many small ones.
Parents and students can put money together to buy something special.
This could be a gift card, a new chair, a classroom speaker, or anything your teacher would love. You can also include a group card signed by everyone.
It shows teamwork and a big appreciation. Your teacher will be surprised and feel really valued!
Subscription boxes (like FabFitFun, Cratejoy for teachers)
You can make candles with fun scents or bake cookies, brownies, or muffins. Put the gift in a cute jar, box, or bag.
Add a tag that says something like “You light up our classroom!” or “Baked with love for the best teacher.”
Your teacher will love that you took the time to make something special. Just remember to ask an adult for help and check for allergies first!
PTA Tips for Organizing Appreciation Week
If you’re on the school staff or PTA committee, here’s how to take it up a notch:
Create a celebration calendar and send it home in advance.
The PTA can make a calendar with all the fun events planned for the week.
Include each day’s theme, like “Bring a Flower Day” or “Write a Thank-You Note Day.” Print it and send it home early so families have time to get ready.
You can also share it in emails or post it online. This helps everyone stay organized.
When families know what’s coming, they can join in and make the week extra special for the teachers!
Coordinate with parents for food, decor, and small gift donations.
Ask parents to help out with simple things like snacks, decorations, or small gifts. You can make a sign-up sheet so families know what to bring.
Some can bring food for the teacher’s lunch, others can help decorate the lounge or hallways.
Parents can also donate coffee gift cards, flowers, or treats. When everyone helps, it’s easy and fun!
This teamwork makes teachers feel super appreciated. And it brings the school community closer together.
Organize raffles for teachers to win fun prizes or gift cards.
A raffle is a fun surprise for teachers!
The PTA can collect small prizes like gift cards, candles, snacks, or school supplies.
Put each teacher’s name into a box and draw a winner each day of the week. Call out the names or post them on a board.
It’s exciting and makes everyone smile. Even a small prize feels special when it’s a surprise. Raffles are a great way to add fun and joy to the week!
Teacher Appreciation Week Fun Games
Games make everything better – even saying thank you!
During Teacher Appreciation Week, playing fun games is a great way for students and teachers to laugh and have fun together.
Some help you learn more about your teacher, and others let you show how much you care.
It’s not just about winning – it’s about making great memories together in a fun way!
Teacher Trivia 🎉
This game is all about learning fun facts about your teachers!
Before the game, ask teachers to share silly or surprising facts – like their favorite food, pet’s name, or something they did in school.
Then, turn those facts into a quiz. Students try to guess which teacher matches each fact. You can play in teams or as a whole class.
Teachers can also guess facts about students for extra fun!
Guess That Teacher! 🎭
Can you guess who’s who?
Ask teachers to bring in a baby photo or write a secret fun fact. Put the pictures or facts on a board with numbers.
Students try to match them to the right teacher. The student with the most correct guesses wins!
You can also let teachers guess students baby photos too.
It’s a fun and funny way to see how much everyone has changed. Get ready for lots of laughs and surprises!
Compliment Bingo 📝
Spread kindness with this fun Bingo game!
Make Bingo cards with kind actions like “Gave a compliment,” “Said thank you,” or “Helped a friend.”
Each time someone does a kind thing, they can mark a square. The first person to get five in a row shouts “Bingo!” and wins a prize.
You can play during class, lunch, or all day long.
It’s a great way to remind everyone to be kind, and makes teachers feel extra appreciated too!
Pass The Gift 🎁
This game is full of fun and surprises!
Wrap a small gift in lots of layers of paper. Sit in a circle and play music while passing the gift around. When the music stops, the person holding it removes one layer.
Keep playing until the last layer is gone. The person who unwraps the last layer gets the gift!
You can also add fun notes or questions between layers for extra laughs. It’s an easy game that everyone enjoys!
Teacher Talent Show 🎨
Let the teachers shine with their secret talents!
Teachers can sing, dance, tell jokes, or show off a cool skill. Students can join too if they want! Keep each act short and silly.
The show can be during lunch, an assembly, or at the end of the day. Everyone gets to clap and cheer.
It’s a great way to have fun and see another side of your teachers. You’ll be amazed at what they can do!
Thank You Charades ✍️
Play charades with a twist!
Write down kind actions like “writing a thank-you note,” “giving a high five,” or “bringing a flower.” Put the actions in a hat.
One person picks a card and acts it out without talking. Their team has to guess the action.
Take turns and see who can guess the most. It’s a fun way to show all the nice things we can do to thank our teachers.
Decorate a Teacher Relay 🖍️
This silly game is perfect for laughs!
Choose a few teachers who want to play. Split students into teams.
Each team gets silly decorations like paper hats, scarves, sunglasses, or signs. When the game starts, students race to “decorate” their teacher. The fastest team wins!
Be sure to keep it safe and fun. Take pictures at the end to remember the moment. It’s a goofy way to make your teacher feel like a star!
Heartfelt Quotes to Include in Cards
Not sure what to write in a card? Try using a quote!
Some are short and sweet. Others are a little longer. All of them help you say “thank you” in a kind and meaningful way
A good quote can say what you feel, even when you’re not sure how to write it. Add one to your card to make it extra special!
Single-Line Appreciation Messages
Short and sweet – great for cards, sticky notes, or bookmarks!
Thank you for helping me grow every day.
You make learning fun and exciting!
Teachers like you make school feel like home.
Your kindness and patience mean the world.
One week isn’t enough to say thank you!
Medium-Length Quotes / Sayings
Great for the inside of a card or part of a poster.
A great teacher takes a hand, opens a mind, and touches a heart.
Thank you for always believing in me, even when I didn’t believe in myself.
The best teachers don’t just teach from books, they teach from the heart.
Your classroom is more than a place to learn – it’s a place to feel safe and seen.
You may not see it every day, but you’re making a big difference in our lives.
Longer but Still Medium Quotes
Perfect for a message in a group card, gift tag, or thank-you letter.
Thank you for being more than a teacher. You’re a cheerleader, a helper, a guide, and a hero to all of us. Your care and hard work are never unnoticed.
Teachers like you change the world one student at a time. Your support, love, and lessons stay with us far beyond the classroom walls.
It takes a big heart to teach little minds, and yours is one of the biggest. Thank you for every moment you give to help us grow.
You’ve created a space where mistakes are okay, learning is fun, and everyone feels important. That’s the kind of teacher the world needs more of.
Behind every confident student is a teacher who believed in them first. Thank you for being that teacher for so many of us.
Conclusion
Appreciation Week is a wonderful time to show love and thanks to the people who help us learn every day.
Even the smallest gesture – like a smile, a kind note, or a handmade gift – can mean so much to a teacher. You don’t need anything fancy.
Just be thoughtful and kind. Whether you follow one idea or try them all, your teacher will feel special and appreciated.
Let’s make Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 full of joy, surprises, and big smiles. Because our teachers truly deserve it
Here’s a Teacher Appreciation Week celebration schedule that might help you understand and plan better:
Day
Theme
Activity Idea
Monday
🌸 Bloom with Gratitude
Bring your teacher a flower (real, handmade, or drawn!). Decorate the classroom or their desk with a splash of color and life.
Tuesday
✍️ Thank You Notes Galore
Students write personal thank-you notes or drawings expressing what they love most about their teacher. Handwritten notes go straight to the heart!
Wednesday
🍩 Sweet Treat Wednesday
Teachers deserve a sugar break! PTA or parents can organize a treat table in the staff lounge filled with cookies, cupcakes, or a donut bar.
Thursday
👔 Dress Like a Teacher Day
Let students dress up like their favorite teacher for the day! It’s silly, sweet, and always brings a smile to the classroom.
Friday
🥗 Feast of Appreciation
Host a Teacher Luncheon or Potluck sponsored by parents or the PTA. Add a mini awards ceremony with fun superlatives and certificates!
Engage With Us
We’d love to hear how you’re celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week!
Did your class try one of the theme days or make a special gift? Maybe you have your own creative ideas to share?
Send us photos, tag us on social media, or leave a comment with your favorite moments.
Let’s come together to spread kindness and celebrate the amazing teachers who make a difference every day.
