None of us would be where we are today without teachers! They are hardworking and dedicated and so very deserving of recognition. So, in honor of Teacher Appreciation Day, here are 2 simple homemade gifts kids can make for their teachers as well as yummy snacks for end of the year parties.

The first Teacher Appreciation Day gift is a simple coffee cup planter. 

Where has the time gone? It seems like school just started and now – bam! – it’s the end of the school year!  Here is a sweet gift any teacher will appreciate that kids can put together themselves – a coffee cup planter. Click the image below of my sweet kindergartner (who is now in high school – gulp!) to see how to make it.

And the other Teacher Appreciation Day gift is a DIY framed quote from Eeyore.  

From the classic childhood favorite, Winnie the Pooh, Eeyore’s words of wisdom about the importance of education will speak volumes to favorite teachers. And this is a super easy, unique teacher’s gift that your child can make with a few sticks and a sheet of paper and teachers will love! I’ve included the background as a free printable. All your kiddos need to do is find some suitable sticks! Click the image below to see how we made it.

These simple yet meaningful gifts will let your children’s favorite teachers know just how much they mean to them.  And these gifts are designed for kids to be able to make themselves, which will make them even more special!

Did you volunteer to make a snack for your child’s end of the year party? 

Well, here are lots of cute end of the year fun snacks that will be the hit of the party! These 10 fun snack ideas are not only great for classroom parties, but for other occasions too, like birthday parties and Halloween! And the kids will have fun gobbling them up.

So, hang in there, moms (and teachers)! Summer is almost here!

~ Pam 🙂