Thoughtful Gifts For Teachers

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Teachers take care of our kids each weekday, filling their brains with new knowledge and inspiring them to become more well-rounded, clever, kind individuals. And let’s face it… they don’t always get the thanks they deserve.

Whether you’re searching for gifts for a child’s elementary teacher, high school teacher, band director, art teacher or math tutor, the best gift is one that comes from the heart. A locally made gift for a teacher (including these gifts made in the PA Wilds) is more unique than one that comes from a big box store. Your handcrafted gift will stand out and show how much you care. And remember, when you shop local you also show PA Wilds entrepreneurs that you care too!

Before selecting a locally made gift for a teacher, think about their personality and what they might appreciate most. For a teacher with a sweet tooth, a candy made in the PA Wilds could be perfect. Or if you know how much your child’s teacher loves matching her earrings to each outfit, have your child help select a piece of jewelry. How about what to give a teacher who you don’t know much about? Almost anyone can appreciate a tote bag or a travel mug!

Check out these ideas for thoughtful gifts for teachers made in the PA Wilds.

• Small Towns Big Hearts Sticker by PA Made LLC - 2-inch x 2-inch die-cut waterproof vinyl sticker.

  All materials are 3-5 years weatherproof and waterproof withstanding everything from your reusable water bottle to years on your adventure vehicle. Durable for cars, coolers, and anything else you could think of!'

• 1 oz Pure Maple Candy by Sugar Mama's Appalachian Maple - Our maple candies have a smooth rich creamy center.
• Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge – 3.5 oz by Goot Essa - Goot Essa Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge is a favorite for many people. Like getting your peanut butter knife mixed in a chocolate bar.
  Color: Light chocolate
  Texture: Creamy smooth, easy on the palate
  Flavor: Peanut butter mixed with chocolate
  Presentation: 3.5 oz pan
• Pennsylvania State Parks and State Forests Passport by PA Conservation Shop - This 135-page passport includes maps, a history of the state’s park and forest system, a brief description and most memorable feature of each state park and forest, and additional online resources. Participants can track their visits to our public lands by initialing their book or having it stamped at the park or forest office. The Pennsylvania Passport not only guides people to our state parks and forests, but it also breaks down interest areas and challenges users to complete each area to receive recognition for their accomplishments with a special metal "dog tag" for the theme. How many state parks and forests have you visited?  Fun Fact: You can have 3 parks stamped when you visit Kinzua Bridge State Park!
• Meditation Candle by Blackberry & Sage - Mindful Goddess For ritual + intention setting  Scent: Lavender & Lemongrass Tea 

  To release toxic emotions + Purify energy, calming the mind and uplifting the spirit.

  9 0z Amber Glass 25-35 hrs. burn time 

  made with Eco Soy Wax, Organic Coconut Oil, Local Beeswax, Natural Cotton Wick, Citrine Crystals, Dried Herbs & Flowers from the Garden, tinted using Alkanet Root Powder, Eco Plant Based Glitter + Essential Oils

  handmade in small batches to ensure it is of artisanal quality Handcrafted in Punxsutawney, Pa

  This candle is for meditation purposes only and not to be burned unattended due to the herbs possibly burning.

  Never use water to extinguish a candle, this is extremely dangerous

  Ensure wicks are upright and trimmed to 1/4 inch

  Never move a burning candle. Make sure wax has cooled completely before moving. Candle tin may become hot, Burn on a heat resistant surface. Avoid Burning candle in a drafty area, near an opened window, air duct or fan

  Keep away from children and pets. Do not use lid to extinguish candle. Don't burn a candle all way down.

• Teacher Earrings by Allegheny Nesting - Hand-painted apple earrings. Perfect gift for teachers!
• Working Hands Salve by Sue's Salves - Working Hands Salve is an all purpose healing salve for dry and damaged skin. Crafted with 100% organic plants grown in the PA Wilds, comfrey, calendula, aloe vera are each known for their rejuvenative properties to help to treat damaged skin, cracked skin, burns, bruises, rashes and scars. It is safe and effective for anywhere the skin needs care.
• Sabra Blend Coffee by Alabaster Coffee Roaster and Tea Co. -

  Our Sabra blend is an ongoing pursuit in a fresh crop, seasonal coffee blend. Also an excellent espresso, the framework for Sabra is a flavor profile that is sweet with a syrupy body and a vibrant finish. The current iteration is a blend of Colombian & Brazilian coffees - all direct trade from women-owned coffee businesses

  Mina Rica Estate is owned by Carolina Posada, a third generation coffee producer in Antioquia, Colombia.
  Fazenda Bom Jesus exports via Lucatelli Coffee, owned by Cynthia Lucatelli in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

  Tasting Notes
  Brown Sugar - Sweet - Dark Cocoa - Cherry

• Handpainted Decorative Gourd Bank with Bears by Martha's Gourds - Gourd bank handpainted in acrylics with four bears holding balloons around the gourd. Sealed outside and in for protection. Slot at top and hole on the bottom. 6.75 inches wide and 9.5 inches tall.