It is time for school to end for the year again and you may be looking for an idea for a teacher gift from the whole class. I have an idea below that any teacher will love and it includes a free printable! Pair this cute classroom art with a gift card for the ultimate gift that any teacher will love!
If you don’t love the bees in this example, I also have a fingerprint tree printable that may work as well. Either of these ideas is perfect for getting the whole class involved in making a fun gift.
Teacher Gift from the Whole Class
Grab the printable below and then use the instructions to make your own fun teacher gift. I also have a list below of ideas for adding to this framed art print for a gift that any teacher will love.
Free Printable Teacher Art
First, you will need to grab the free printable and print it out on any home printer. Then you can continue with the rest of this tutorial with each student in the class. Just add your email to the form below and the file will be sent to your email address. If you already subscribe to our newsletter, add your information again as you will not be signed up for anything further. Once you add your email address, check your email to access the file.
How to Make the Bee Teacher Appreciation Art
Print the page that you accessed using the form above. It will say “thank you for bee-ing a great teacher” and have some lines already on it. You can add more lines in the steps below as well!
I used stamp pads to make the entire process a bit smoother. You can use paints instead but those will need to dry longer. Choose colors that will look like bees once they dry.
Have each child add their fingerprint to the page using the stamp pads. Just put their fingertip on the stamp pad and apply it to the paper. Then you can use a wipe to remove excess ink from their fingers. They can add these prints to the ends of the lines provided or just randomly on the page.
Allow the fingerprints to dry completely. Then just use a Sharpie or any other black marker to turn the fingerprints into bees. Add stripes, antennae, and wings. Depending on the age of the children, you can allow them to do this part themselves as well.
Then add your completed art print to a frame in order to gift it. Here I used a frame that I painted yellow but any frame that you like would work!
Adding to the Art for a Complete Gift
Don’t stop with just the art print! Make this an extra special gift idea with the ideas below! When choosing a teacher gift from the whole class, it’s important to keep in mind that not all gifts are created equal. Here are some tips to help you choose a gift that your teacher will truly appreciate:
- Consider your teacher’s personality and interests: Think about what your teacher enjoys outside of the classroom, and try to incorporate those interests into your gift. For example, if your teacher is an avid reader, consider giving them a gift card to a bookstore and pairing it with the gift idea above.
- Keep it practical: While it’s nice to give sentimental gifts, practical gifts (like this school supply tower) are often more appreciated. Think about what your teacher needs in the classroom and try to provide them with something that will be useful. You can wrap up this inexpensive artwork with a more practical gift for the best of both worlds!
- Don’t overspend: While it’s important to show your appreciation, you don’t need to break the bank to do so. Remember that it’s the thought that counts and a heartfelt gift is often more meaningful than an expensive one. The bee art above is a great example of something you can make on a budget and then ask for donations to add a gift card from the class.
- Involve the whole class: Giving a teacher gift from the whole class is a great way to show your teacher that they are valued by everyone. Make sure that every student in the class has a chance to contribute to the gift, and consider having a class discussion to decide on the best gift idea.
Wrap It Up!
Use this to think of ideas and wrap up the entire gift together to show the teacher that you care! I know they will love the sentimental art as well as a fun gift card that they can use for classroom supplies or something fun for themselves!
By keeping your teacher’s interests and personality in mind, and involving the whole class in the gift-giving process, you can ensure that your teacher feels valued and appreciated for all of their hard work. After all, this is what Teacher Appreciation gifts are all about! So, give this teacher gift from the whole class a try this year!
Love this and want more ideas? Try the links below as well!
This teacher gift idea with a free printable is perfect for showing appreciation. The combination of classroom art and a gift card is a thoughtful gesture that any teacher will cherish.
Thank you! I’m glad you liked it 🙂