A gift to give your teacher at graduation that conveys your gratitude
As graduation approaches, have you ever felt the urge to express your gratitude to the teachers who supported you? Words of thanks are wonderful on their own, but you might want to give something that will last.
Many people probably feel the same way.
If you’re going to give a gift, you want to choose something your teacher will truly appreciate, right? In this article, we’ll introduce gift ideas that are perfect for giving to teachers at graduation.
From practical items to heartwarming gifts, you’re sure to find inspiration to express your thanks!
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I want to give this to my teacher at graduation: gifts that convey my gratitude (1–10)
Handmade pen stand
Teachers often use pens to prepare daily lessons and write documents.
How about making and gifting a pen holder that supports their everyday work? Use boards you can find at a 100-yen shop, combine them, and craft your own pen stand.
To ensure it’s useful in daily life, pay close attention to how easy it is to take pens in and out.
At the same time, keep decoration in mind and aim for a design that brings a smile whenever it’s used.
Chorus of Gratitude
If you want to express your gratitude to a teacher who has helped you, but feel shy about saying it directly, giving the gift of a chorus performance is a great idea.
With the support of everyone and the power of music, you can convey your feelings straightforwardly.
Even without focusing on perfect quality, if you put your heart into the singing, your feelings will come through clearly.
Or you could practice in secret and present a song at the highest possible quality to surprise your teacher.
Song choice will likely be important as well.
Doing some advance research—like finding out your teacher’s favorite songs—might be key.
Chalkboard Art
How about expressing your gratitude to your teacher as chalkboard art on the classroom blackboard where you spent time together? You could create a striking piece led by those who are good at drawing, or we also recommend drawing the teacher’s face surrounded by the faces of all the graduates.
Not only will the quality of the work move you, but its fleeting nature—disappearing the moment it’s erased—may bring tears to your eyes.
Since it will eventually be wiped away, be sure to also give them a photo of the finished piece and a video of the creation process as a gift!
Gifts to give teachers at graduation that convey your gratitude (11–20)
Personalized ballpoint pen
A practical ballpoint pen would likely delight your teacher as a gift, right? How about adding your teacher’s name to such a pen and surprising them at the graduation ceremony? Just having their name on it gives it a special feel, and they can use it every day while remembering it was a gift from the whole class.
Prepare letter stickers—like Roman alphabet stickers—or nail stickers, which you can even find at 100-yen shops.
Stickers that are waterproof and heat-resistant are recommended.
Simply apply the letter stickers to the ballpoint pen you’re giving your teacher, and you’ll have an easy personalized pen with their name!
Photo frame clock
A watch is an essential item in everyday life, and if you decorate it well, it might help bring memories into daily moments.
Using one that also serves as a photo frame and placing a memorable photo inside lets you convey your gratitude directly.
If just inserting a photo feels too simple, decorate the surrounding area to highlight the photo’s vibrancy.
It’s important to express your individuality by deciding whether to prioritize ease of use or a more decorative flourish.
handkerchief
Even a classic gift like a handkerchief can be made by hand to express your gratitude! All you need are a tenugui or double gauze and a tag, which you can find at a 100-yen shop.
Sew the tag onto the edge of the tenugui’s right side, then fold it with right sides facing.
Sew around, leaving an opening for turning; trim the four corners and press the seam allowances open with an iron.
Turn it right side out and topstitch around the edges to finish your original handkerchief.
It’s surprisingly hard to find a handkerchief with a pattern you really love, isn’t it? If you find a tenugui with a design your teacher might like, be sure to give this a try!
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A balloon bouquet is made by gathering balloons together like a flower arrangement.
Combine balloons in various shapes—stars, hearts, letters—and tie them with a ribbon to create a bouquet.
Adding a few artificial flowers or some sweets will make it even more colorful.
You can group a few large balloons or many smaller ones; tailor the design to the teacher’s preferences and image colors.
Including a message will make it even more special and is sure to delight them.