A teacher that likes literature will likely be delighted to receive a collection of books as a gift. Find out who the teacher's favorite author is or what his favorite genre of literature is and purchase a collection of books by the author or in the genre. Present the books to the teacher in a tote bag. The teacher will likely enjoy reading the books and will be able to use the bag to tote around his belongings.
If you know that the teacher you are purchasing a gift for likes literature, yet you don't know who her favorite author is or what type of literature she likes, give her a gift card. Get her a gift card to a local book store, which she can use to purchase whatever type of literature she wants. Instead of simply giving her the gift card, place it inside a tea cup filled with different types of tea. She'll be able to unwind while drinking a cup of tea and reading one of the books she purchases with the gift card.
For the teacher that enjoys composing literature, give him a gift of stationery. Purchase notebooks, pads of paper and decorative paper. Couple the paper with writing implements: pencils, pens, erasers and white out. He can use this gift to express his love for writing.
If you're looking for a very memorable and touching gift for the teacher who likes literature, consider giving a first edition of a book. Find out what the teacher's all-time favorite book is and locate a first edition of it; visit local bookstores or do an Internet search. Wrap the book, place it in a gift bag or simply tie a ribbon around it. The teacher will surely be touched by this thoughtful gift.