Looking for a thoughtful and creative way to show your appreciation for a teacher? This ‘Thanks A Latte’ Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea is perfect!
This fun and caffeinated gift is a perfect way to express gratitude for the hard work and dedication of educators. And let’s be honest, what teacher doesn’t need some caffeine to get through the school year?
Whether it’s for Teacher Appreciation Week, the end of the school year, or just a random act of kindness, this gift is sure to bring a smile to your favorite teacher’s face. Plus, it’s inexpensive and can be put together in just minutes!
If you enjoy this, and want another teacher appreciation gift idea, check out our ‘Thank You For Helping Me Grow’ Teacher Gift Idea.
‘Thanks A Latte’ Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea
- Starbucks Reusable Cold or Hot Cup
- Starbucks Gift Card (they have some cute Teacher themed gift cards right now)
- Tissue Paper (optional but I like how it lifts the gift card up)
- ‘Thanks A Latte’ Printable Gift Tag (I used these ones from etsy)
- Single Hole Puncher
- String or Curling Ribbon (I used black)
Frequently Asked Questions
I can’t find reusable Starbucks cups, what else can I use?
If you are unable to find the reusable hot or cold Starbucks cups, you can ask a Barista for an empty plastic cold cup or empty paper hot cup with a lid and put the gift card inside those as well.
How much should I get a gift card for?
You can get a gift card for whatever amount you can afford and budget. I’d say $5 being the minimum but I did $10 gift cards + the reusable cup for my kids’ teachers. Total cost for each gift ended up being $12-$13 (depending on which cup I used). The cold cups were $3 and the hot cups were $2.
Does it have to be Starbucks?
Absolutely not! You can choose to use any local coffee shop and get a cup and gift card from there as well. I just chose Starbucks since it’s the easiest with so many locations nearby my children’s schools.
How to Make A ‘Thanks A Latte’ Teacher Appreciation Gift
Once you’ve gathered your supplies including the gift cards and cups, simply assemble them.
I first printed out the gift tags and used my cricut cutter to cut them out.
I then had my kids write their names on them in black Sharpie.
I added a small piece of tissue paper to the bottom of the cups to help elevate the gift cards.
I then used a single hole puncher to make a small hole and then used the curling ribbon to attach the tag to the cup. I tied the ribbon around the straw with those cups. For the hot cups, I applied a small piece of tape on the backside to hold the ribbon in place.
Once done, have your child gift this ‘Thanks A Latte’ gift to their teacher and watch their faces light up with joy!
‘Thanks A Latte’ Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea
Materials
- Starbucks Reusable Cold or Hot Cup
- Starbucks Gift Card
- Tissue Paper optional but I like how it lifts the gift card up
- ‘Thanks A Latte’ Printable Gift Tag I used these ones from etsy
- Single Hole Puncher
- String or Curling Ribbon I used black
Instructions
- Once you've gathered your supplies including the gift cards and cups, simply assemble them.
- I first printed out the gift tags and used my cricut cutter to cut them out.
- I added a small piece of tissue paper to the bottom of the cups to help elevate the gift cards.
- I then had my kids write their names on them in black Sharpie.
- I then used a single hole puncher to make a small hole and then used the curling ribbon to attach the tag to the cup. I tied the ribbon around the straw with those cups. For the hot cups, I applied a small piece of tape on the backside to hold the ribbon in place.
- Once done, have your child gift this 'Thanks A Latte' gift to their teacher and watch their faces light up with joy!