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A letter or drawing cost anything, but it really thoughtful and meaningful, said Liza Coonse, who teachers at the private Trilogy School in North Raleigh.
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Parents shouldn worry that $5 doesn buy much these days, Barefoot said. several children give you $5 cards, that adds up, she said.
can go wrong with a $5 Target gift card, Coonse said.
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And what about those 1 Teacher mugs and Best Teacher ornaments?
Teachers politely requested parents skip those items.
could do a 6 foot tree in school themed ornaments, one teacher wrote in an email.
Here are more teacher approved tips:
up close and personal. When you in the classroom, look around for clues to the teacher personality. Does she always have a Starbucks cup on her desk? Is his room plastered with UNC posters? Does she consistently wear monograms? Be sure to ask your kids for input, too.
with caution when giving food. Many folks have food allergies or other dietary restrictions. But if you know your child teacher is a chocolate lover or can survive a morning without coffee, go for it. Coonse said she was especially touched by a student who picked up on her gluten free diet and gave her a basket filled with gluten free treats.
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