25 Best Teacher Appreciation Greeting Cards

Want to make a teacher’s day for Teacher Appreciation week, a birthday, holiday, or just because? Write a heartfelt message in a clever card you’ve picked out just for them! These greeting cards for teachers work for all sorts of occasions and are sure to put a smile on your favorite educator’s face. There’s never a bad time to show a teacher you truly appreciate all their hard work.

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Teacher Appreciation Cards

1. Glittery Apple

How cute is this sparkly spin on the traditional teacher’s apple? The retro font on the heartfelt message makes this an extra adorable option.

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2. Above and Beyond Laser Cat

This isn’t specifically for teachers, but it’s the perfect choice if you know your favorite educator loves cats!

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3. Teacher Appreciation Card Pack

There’s plenty to go around in this beautifully designed set of cards with kind messages like, “The influence of a great teacher can never be erased.”

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4. Cartoon Supplies

You can’t beat a simple “Thank You,” especially when it’s surrounded by these super cute cartoon supplies. If you want to go above and beyond, you can attach it to some supplies from their teacher wishlist!

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5. Couldn’t Spell ‘Thank’ Without YOU

Getting your kiddo to fill in the blanks on this card is such a thoughtful way to show their teacher how much they are appreciated.

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6. Drained Battery

Giving teachers a laugh with this hilariously honest card will likely help recharge those drained batteries.

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7. Great Tea-cher

If you know your kid’s teacher loves to sip tea, adding a few bags of their favorite blends will make this card extra sweet.

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8. Pencil Favor Box

You can fill this with chocolates, supplies, gift cards, and anything else the teacher might love. Plus, they can keep it as a charming decoration in the classroom.

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9. Coloring Page Bouquet

Here’s another great option for adding a special touch from your kids with their own personalized coloring.

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10. Any Way You Slice It

Does anything really say “thank you” as deliciously as a fresh slice of pizza?

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11. S’more Teachers Like You

Another tasty way to say thank you: Attach this to all the fixings for a yummy s’more!

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12. Bobblehead Teacher Card

This has to be one of the cutest cards for teachers we’ve ever seen. This Etsy artist will make a popup card featuring your very own favorite educator!

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13. Lovepop Bouquet

Lovepop makes incredibly cool 3-D cards. They’re all beautifully detailed, but we especially love the flower bouquet options. Such a nice way to have flowers on your desk without needing to worry about caring for them.

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14. Teachercorn

Cross a teacher with a unicorn, and what do you get? The best educator ever!

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15. Color It Yourself

This sweet card is such a cute way to say thanks. Kids can put their personal stamp on it by coloring it before they sign.

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16. No. 2 Year, No. 1 Teacher

Congratulate a teacher on surviving a tough year with this smart card. Number 2 pencils may be best, but teachers rank number one in our book!

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17. Teachers Plant Seeds

For an inexpensive teacher thank you gift, tuck a packet or two of flower seeds in with this charming card.

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18. Winnie the Pooh Believes in You

Pooh always has such words of wisdom to offer. Have this card (with dainty wooden accents) personalized for your recipient.

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19. Day at the Beach

Every teacher is in constant need of a vacation. Give them a day at the beach with this Lovepop card, even if it’s only in paper form.

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20. Teacher Report Card

It’s your turn to give a report card to the teacher! This one is designed to hang from the neck of a bottle of wine, too.

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21. Patience and Caring

Sometimes all you need is a simple message to say thanks. Have this card personalized to make it extra special.

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22. Hallmark Assortment Pack

If you need a whole bunch of terrific cards for teachers, try this assortment from Hallmark. You get 8 cards for less than two bucks each.

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23. Gift Card Holders

Giving your favorite teacher a gift card? These holders are customized for some of their favorite places, including Amazon, Starbucks, and Target.

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24. Gift Cards Are Better

Looking for some free printables so you can spend your cash on a present or gift card instead? We’ve got you covered! Find 12 free printable appreciation cards for teachers in a variety of styles here.

25. ISBN Thinking

Here’s a joke for the librarians and other book-lovers! Get this free printable card here, along with others, to thank your school’s unsung heroes like cafeteria staff and custodians.

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