Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper. List your teacher's name, grade and school, along with why this teacher is an asset to the community. Utilize the NEA Teacher Thank You website to post a card online.
Hire a massage therapist to set up in the teacher's lounge for 15-minute sessions. To offset the cost, ask the classroom parents to contribute.
On 3 x 6 pieces of card stock, write the prompt "My favorite thing about my teacher is ..." Send one card home with each student to fill out and return along with $1 bill. Compile the book alternating a card and money and top with a title page "25 Favorite Things About You."
Bake teacher cupcakes that your child helps to decorate. Place in professional cupcake boxes. Attach a note on top saying, "Thank you for being so sweet to me."
Have your child write a special thank you note to his teacher. Include at least one example of how the teacher helped that student directly. Attach a handwritten note from the parent.