15 Teacher Gifts That'll Take You to the Head of the Class

Whether thrown over her desk chair or used at home, West Elm's softest throw ($39) makes a welcome wintertime addition (and can even be monogrammed).

It's tough to go wrong with a gift card to a location that you know she'll appreciate. If you know she could use some pampering (and what teacher doesn't?), consider a SpaFinder card or gift certificate to a local nail salon. If she's a foodie, send her to the hottest new restaurant in town. There are plenty of ways to personalize gift cards, and when in doubt, you can't go wrong with Amazon!

A bit of desktop greenery ($58) that doesn't need watering? Yes, please!

One-hundred percent of the proceeds from this cute J.Crew tee ($33) benefit the very worthy cause of Teach For America.

Add some sparkle and shine to her day with Shutterfly's glitzy customized notepad ($15).

Her days are anything but ordinary, so shouldn't she have a day planner ($90) to match?

A pretty monogrammed leather key ring ($39) is an accessory she'll use every day.

At just $10 a pop, you can get her a set of Anthropologie's Limited Edition Golden Monogram Mugs, or fill one with a bag of good coffee or hot chocolate mix.

While the chalkboard design of this desktop calendar ($23) is a nod to academia, it's anything but kitschy.

You can't go wrong with a fresh everyday tote ($50) in a classic L.L. Bean style.

The prettiest inbox ($42) out there, for sure!

If your kids' class or grade is going in on a joint gift, it's hard to go wrong with the latest edition of the iPad Mini 3 ($399 and up).

She can display cherished family photos the modern way in these acrylic frames ($12-$25).

The chic paperweights ($42-$58) are available in two sizes and can be customized with a wide range of patterns and monograms.

Keep her hands toasty (and stylish) in Portolano's Cashmere Fur-Cuffed Gloves ($30).