I still think that the best and most heart warming gifts that I’ve received as a teacher have been hand made cards or letters from student. I love it when my students actually make me things. I try to keep all the cards and letters that my students have given me.
This past week we had parent/teacher conferences. I received this nice mug from one of the parents, but the card written by my student was far more rewarding and meaningful for me. She wrote the sweetest thank you note with a drawing.
It’s so cute, even though she drew me as a googooba (a korean cartoon figure they love to draw). I love how she drew such a detailed picture of our actual classroom including the smart board and broom in the background.
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that card is fantastic. she drew you to a t ^^
That’s adorable. A definite keeper!
I have kept some of my former students’ pictures and cards through the years. They’re definitely very special to look at and worth more than any gift.
Agreed. It deserves a frame and a great spot in your study where you can smile every time you glance at it…
Bonnie
Children’s art always tells me so much about what they are paying attention to. You are right – what wonderful detail and I love the idea of a teacher as popular cartoon culture!
Those bits and pieces from kids are always the best, I agree.