Gift Guide: Beloved Teacher Subscription Boxes That Make Educators Feel Seen

Updated by Melissa Heichel

Strict social distancing guidelines are ruling our day-to-day norms, causing teachers everywhere to be plucked away from their students and classrooms. Facing an uncertain future of how this school year will play out, many are facing new challenges on how to effectively teach from a distance.

With everything up in the air, innovation is the name of the game! Educators are using newfound skills to engage with their students and provide a meaningful learning experience, making now the ideal time to show your favorite teachers plenty of gratitude and support with some of the best teacher subscription boxes.

Don't worry -- we’ve done our homework, uncovered the teacher trove of monthly boxes and put together this A+ list of thoughtful gifts for teachers, nurses, and any carer who needs a little love . Packed with everything from self-care goodies and delicious pick-me-ups to new books and useful supplies to last throughout the school year, go solo or join forces with other classroom parents and send support to the teachers in your life with some of our top boxes!

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Every Bath Blessing Box is devoted to serving up some top-shelf pampering and helping you create a spa experience from the comforts of home. Prepare for a fragrant unboxing experience where you'll uncover full-size artisanal bath and body goodies made with all-natural ingredients and therapeutic essential oils, like scented soaps, hydrating body butters, bath salts, and fizzy bath bombs.

Shipping · We ship between the 15-20 of each month. Your subscription will renew on the 1st of each month. Flat Rate US shipping is an $8 flat fee in the US for all subscribers. $17 flat rate to Canada.

Customer Review

"My brother and I bought this for our mother for mother's day. She absolutely loved it! It was very well curated and she loved all the scents.” - Taylor J.

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Encourage the would-be writer in your family with Scribbler! This unique subscription box—founded and run by two best-selling novelists—includes not only an autographed book of the month, but an exclusive writer's guide on different elements of craft, tips from publishing pros, and special goodies for writers.

Shipping · Order today and your first box will ship immediately! Then, your next box will on the 21st. All boxes ship via USPS.

Customer Review

“Each monthly delivery of this box is like Christmas morning! There are so many goodies in each box - treats like coffee/tea/hot chocolate, snacks, a journal or notepad or book of writing prompts, pens and stickers and pins and writer’s favorite things. But most important is the monthly novel (with signed bookplate), an inside look at the Publishing Process and an Exclusive Writing Passport penned by each month’s author. Keep up the GREAT WORK LADIES!!!!!” – Courtney D.

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Help them reduce stress and relax with a calming, luxurious bath experience from Bath Bevy. This thoughtfully curated subscription offers handmade bath and body products like bath bombs, soaps, scrubs, bath salts, bubble bath and more. Don’t have a tub? Bath Bevy now has a “tubless” option with shower steamers, lotions, body wash, whipped soaps and more.

Shipping · Subscribe now for the August Out of This World box - begins shipping the first week of August via USPS. Following boxes ship the first week of the month.

Customer Review

"I have been subscribed to this box for 5 months and I love it every month! Everything smells amazing and none of the products bother my skin. I have eczema and can’t use most store bought scented products. I love the themes every month and everything is super cute!" - Lauren E.

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A bi-monthly box of 3D printed desk pets and fidget toys, perfect for teachers looking to add calm, creativity, and fun to their classroom.

Shipping · Boxes will ship the second week of every other month, with boxes going out on on the even months (February, April, June, August, October, December)

Customer Review
It Was Perfect To Get Numerous Critters And AXOLOTLS Of Different Colors
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Great monthly art box with one lesson and supplies for four projects!

Shipping · Packages will ship around the first 10 business days of the month after your order renewal date. Sign-up cutoff is the 21st of the previous month.

Customer Review
My Kids loved getting this subscription package. It is definitely not just for a preschooler. My kids are 8 and 6 and there was enough supplies for both of them. Highly recommend.
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When they join the STICKII Club, they can look forward to getting some high-quality happy mail every month. A kawaii box of a different sort, now they can cover all their favorite school supplies and items in colorful happy stickers! Choose from Cute, Vintage, or Pop options for a selection of 6+ sheets of stickers, a storage insert, and at least 2 stationery items like pens and notepads.

Shipping · - Orders placed by 5pm PST on the 7th of the current month will get this month's pack and be shipped on the 11th. - Orders placed after 5pm PST on the 7th will get next month's pack and it will be shipped on the 11th of the following month.

Customer Review

“I've been a stickii club subscriber for 3ish years now off and on, and when my stickers come its always the best part of my month! Their customer service is fantastic and have always been kind to me! I really appreciate them and I highly recommend them to anyone who might need stickers!” – Sydney D.

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Please make your selection between Non-Flavored, Flavored, or Mixed gift box!

Shipping · We ship all subscriptions the 1st WEEK of the month. Any orders placed on or after the 1st of the month are shipped within the 1st week of the following month. Coffee selections are chosen by our sponsored roasters. We do not allow or accept substitutions or special requests.

Customer Review
Like the different coffees can’t wait for more
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Tea can cure illnesses, start good conversations, and warm them up on a cold winter night. Tea is a hygge moment waiting to happen! And Tea Runners sources tea from around the world and includes brewing and tasting instructions to add a bit of sophistication to their daily tea time. Choose between 30-50 cups of all-black tea, all herbal tea, or a combination of many types of loose-leaf teas.

Shipping · If you order before the 25th of the month, you will be shipped the current month's box and your account will renew on the 1st. (Example: Sign up Jan 15, your first renewal is Feb 1.) If you order after the 25th, you will be shipped next month's box within 48 hours and renew a month later. (Example: Sign up Jan 27, your first renewal is Mar 1.)

Customer Review

“Excellent selection of high-quality teas. I look forward to getting their box every month! I've occasionally customized my box by swapping out teas, which is a fast easy process. Teas I really love I've ordered from their shop. All-in-all the very best tea subscription service & shop! LOVE it!” – Susan S.

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If you have any guys in your life who like to spend time doing hands-on creative projects, then they won't be able to get enough of the Craftsman Crate. Every month, this subscription box arrives with new activities—from woodcarving to mosaic-making—and real tools to complete them. There are also clear, easy-to-understand instructions that outline each project’s construction process so everyone from beginners to experienced builders can create the item with ease.

Shipping · Orders placed before the 10th will ship the same month. Orders placed after that will begin with the coming month's batch. All orders come with a printable card you can give your recipient. Subscriptions automatically renew. Cancel anytime.

Customer Review

“My 11-year-old son got a subscription to Craftman Crate for Christmas and he really enjoys it. He's been introduced to basket-weaving, leatherworking, glass-etching, globe creation, and more. It was a great gift that was a little outside the box for him.” — K.B.

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What sets Used Books Monthly apart is the personalization of the books chosen for each subscriber. When signing up, subscribers are prompted with a survey that includes over 20 genres to choose from, plus the ability to send the curators a message with details about reading preferences. Then each delivery is packed with 2 or 4 hand-picked, gently-used books for each subscriber, depending on the subscription chosen.

Shipping · We'll start assembling your order as soon as you subscribe, and we will ship it within 5 business days. Monthly renewals are on the 15th of each month and will ship on or before the 5th of the following month. You will get a tracking number via e-mail every time your books are sent out.

Customer Review

“The selections were perfect in the fantasy genre! I'm familiar with the titles and didn't read them before! Excited for what's to come next. Thank you!” – Tasnuva E.

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From pre-K on up, stay connected and score some extra credit with thoughtful gift ideas delivered directly to their homes!