Best Holiday Gifts for Teachers & Teacherpreneurs in 2021

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As we immerse ourselves in winter holidays, it’s a great time to slow down and show appreciation for your loved ones and yourself. Whether you’re looking for the best holiday gifts for teachers, teacherpreneurs, family, or friends, the Educator Forever team has pulled together this list of some of our favorite gifts of 2021.

Please remember to treat yourself this season too. Whether you’re still in the classroom, working to change careers from teaching or already working as a virtual teacher or teacher entrepreneur, the past couple years have been incredibly hard for educators. 

You deserve a chance to unwind and celebrate your hard work. Explore our full list of the best gifts for teacher friends, gifts for teachers leaving the classroom and gifts that give back.

Best Holiday Gifts for Teachers & Teacherpreneurs

Best Gifts for Teacher Friends Working Flexibly & Teacherpreneurs

Those of us who work flexibly don’t underestimate products that make us feel cozy while increasing our creativity! Whether you’re shopping for the best gifts for virtual teachers or need gifts for entrepreneurs in your life, these ideas are sure to bring a smile on the chilliest of days.

  • Uncommon Goods: ballerina warming slippers: In wintertime, heat the insoles up in the microwave, snuggle your toes into their relaxing warmth, and breathe in the heat-enhanced scent of lavender. 

  • Bee Better Apiary: beeswax snowflake pillar: Made by an Educator Forever community member with 100% pure beeswax, this candle is the perfect invitation to relax, unwind and combat teacher burnout.

  • Smith Tea: With special holiday blends and a variety of interesting flavors, these teas will keep you warm and cozy all weekend. Something cozy to drink is always one of the best holiday gifts for teachers and teacherpreneurs who need a little relaxation!

  • Bodum Tea Pots: Need a special pot for your tea? These are our favorites!

Handmade Products That Have Us Obsessed

Some of the best holiday gifts for teachers, teacherpreneurs and anyone else in your life are the unique products they’d never think to buy for themselves. We’re completely obsessed with these handmade items. They’re the perfect gift for anyone who deserves a little extra pampering this holiday season.

  • Woodhouse Chocolate: Who doesn’t want chocolate? These delicious, one-of-a-kind delights are handmade in Napa Valley. 

  • Magic Hour Candles: These ritual candles come in a wide variety of scents and themes. They are long-lasting, look great, and make lovely gifts for teachers, entrepreneurs, friends and family.

Give Gifts That Give Back

This season, consider holiday gifts that give back to others. No matter who you’re shopping for, they’ll appreciate knowing their gift is doing good in the world. 

  • Sacred Way Trading Post: holiday ornaments - With every purchase of these authentic Native-made holiday ornaments from Taos Pueblo, you’ll be supporting this lovely organization’s caretaking of native ponies. 

  • Gifted by FreeForm: These amazing gifts are created by survivors of domestic violence. They focus on helping survivors achieve financial security and get resources to get safe, heal, and prevent future harm. And they make amazing products!

Best Book Gifts 2021 

Books always top our list of the best holiday gifts for teachers and teacherpreneurs. But this year’s picks would also be inspiring gifts for anyone in your life.

  • We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers - Rachel Rodgers is committed to helping women-- especially women of color--  build wealth and gain economic power. This book is equal parts inspiration and practical guide to how to earn more and make a big impact while doing it. It’s one of our favorite gifts for teachers leaving the classroom and a great gift for new entrepreneurs. 

  • What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma Resilience and Healing by Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D  - April Brown, Educator Forever’s community manager, highly recommends this book. It is an incredible choice for anyone who works alongside those who have experienced trauma or are on a path of healing and resilience themselves. It’s easy to read, highly engaging, and brings so much insight about forging a path forward. “If you are loved, you learn to love.” - Dr. Bruce Perry

Best Holiday Gifts for Teachers Leaving the Classroom

Need gifts for teacher friends or family who are looking for alternative careers in education? Give the gift of learning and inspiration this holiday season with courses that empower teachers to expand their impact! 

Are you the one that needs this kind of gift in 2021? At Educator Forever, we have two programs that are the perfect gift to give yourself.

Wishing You a Happy & Impactful Holiday Season

No matter how you’re celebrating this holiday season, the entire team at Educator Forever wishes you very happy holidays. We are so appreciative of you being part of our community and can’t wait to support you in 2022! 

Stay tuned in the new year for even more resources for educators looking to change careers, work more flexibly or start their own business!

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