It’s hard to believe that the end of the school year is quickly approaching. My boys have just seven weeks left before summer starts and while they are super excited, I know for a fact that their teachers are slightly stressed out. Being a class mom, I’ve made it my mission to try to ease some of the end of year stress for these individuals who have given so much to my kids. And while I know that there are many ways to do that, I’ve discovered a small way to make a big difference with an Extra® Gum filled Teacher Care Package.
So where did the idea for the fun end of year care package come from? Well, each day as I spend time at the boys’ school, I see the teachers running frantically from one place the the next. I hear them talking about just needing a little break. And I see the weariness in their eyes. Knowing myself that when kids are around little luxuries are a big deal, I decided there was no better idea to brighten their days than a simple care package. So off to Walmart I went to find small items that would make a big difference.
After strolling through the store and picking up small bottles of hand sanitizer, chap stick and a few other goodies that I was sure would bring a smile to the teachers’ faces, I found myself in the check out line staring at the gum. Knowing that this was the one thing that would take my teacher care package to the next level, I was careful in making my selection. And when my eyes landed on the new Extra® 35-stick pack, I knew I had found exactly what I was looking for.
With 35 delicious sticks of Extra® Gum nestled in durable, recycled packaging, it was the item that I knew would make a big difference in my small kit. After picking up both the Extra® Gum Spearmint and Extra® Gum Polar Ice®, I headed home to assemble my care packages in a fun and unique way that was sure to brighten up these end-of-school-year days.
Once I arrived home, I set to work putting together a simple teacher care package that I knew would bring a smile to the faces of the hard working ladies who help raise my kiddos. To start, I pulled out the clear pencil pouches I had purchased and set to work making them beautiful. For me, these were the perfect holder for my care package since they can be easily clipped into binders, planners or even stored in desk drawers. And taking them to the next level was as easy as cutting out a piece of decorative scrapbooking paper and inserting it into the back of the holder to give it a pretty background.
Next, I placed in the items I had purchased including the hand sanitizer to help the teachers keep germs at bay for the remainder of the school year, tissues for those moments when they felt like crying (or even needed to whip little noses) and chap stick because, honestly, chap stick just makes a tough day better.
But I wasn’t done with my teacher care package yet. In fact, the most important item was still waiting to be added. As I looked at my bigger packs of Extra® Gum, I knew these were the item that would really make this gift special. With more gum in each package, they were just right for teacher’s desks, purses, pockets and even cars. Even better, it was a perfect way for me to Give Extra, Get Extra since the bigger size of 35 sticks of gum would last way longer and fuel way more special moments for these very deserving teachers.
After adding the packs of Extra® Gum to my teacher care packages, I sat back and took in my work (as I chewed on my own piece of Extra® Gum of course). I was thrilled that I had been able to put together something so simple yet something that I knew would make such a big difference to the teachers in my childrens’ lives.
And while yes, it was a small gift and in no way equal to what they do for my kids each and every day, this Extra® Gum fulled teacher care package was a perfect daily reminder to the recipients that what they do daily matters.
As an added bonus, since the larger packs have more sticks of gum, I knew this was a gift that allowed me to give more and allowed them to get more, which made it even more awesome.
With my teacher care package ready to go, I sat down and created a simple printable to attach to the front of my teacher care package. I didn’t want to make it too complicated but wanted a simple way to say how thankful I am for all they do with my children on a daily basis. After printing out my note (you can print yours here), I used some ribbon to attach it to the bottom of my pencil case, using the holes as an easy way to secure it.
And just like that, my teacher care package was complete.
As my sons headed in with their care packages in hand, I knew that the simple gesture that we were making was sure to make a big difference. Not only were we showing our appreciation but by including Extra® Gum in the new 35-piece pack, we were ensuring that in the classroom, on the playground or in the parking lot, they had plenty of delicious gum to ensure a fresh finish to a long school year.
As your child’s school year draws to a close, I encourage you to find ways to make show their teachers how special they are. Start with my simple teacher care package and be sure to Give Extra, Get Extra by including plenty of Extra® Gum! Then take a minute to check out these fun ideas to help you share a stick with friends, family, teachers and more!
Now that I’ve told you who I’m sharing my Extra® Gum with, I’d love to know how you’ll Give Extra to someone special in your life this Spring!
These care packages are awesome and are so practical! Teachers don’t get the appreciation they deserve, that is for sure!
This is such a nice gesture for teachers. I always say that teachers are saints for dealing with other people’s children year in and year out. I know they are weary as the school year draws to a close. As a room Mom, you deserve a care package too!
What a cute idea! I’m sure any teacher would appreciate getting this “refreshing” gift. They definitely deserve it!
This is such a great idea and so simple to make. When I was a teacher I would have loved to get a care package like this.
What an awesome idea for an end of year teacher’s gift. I really miss those days. They go by so quickly.
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I make sure my kids and I always give a little gift to their teachers during the holidays and end of the year, they deserve it! plus it teaches kids to think of others and feel good about doing something nice to brighten another persons day!
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What a great idea! I always remember to give gifts for Christmas (and birthdays if I know them) but don’t think about smaller, every day gifts. This is so thoughtful and practical! #client
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This is an awesome care package. I’d be pretty happy with the Extra gum. My favorite is Polar Ice.
These care packages are a great idea and just the thing to serve as a much needed “is the school year over yet?” pick me up. I chew gum every single day, so a package with 35 sticks is awesome!
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That was such a thoughtful thing for you to do! Teachers do so much for our kids and deserve recognition and appreciation.
What a fantastic idea! I’m sure a LOT of teachers would really appreciate a little package like these!
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That’s a wonderful package. I know some teachers who would love these. Such a great idea.
That’s such a cute idea! I like the zippered pouch you put it in too! Really makes the whole thing pretty useful!
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Too cute! I think just about every teacher would enjoy this care package. Simply yet super thoughtful. Love it!
Aww this is such a wonderful idea and care package. I bet teachers would love getting these.
This is such a great idea. I will have to make this for my kids teachers.
I love this idea of a Teacher care package. Teachers have a hard job. It would be great to say thank you.
This care package is so lovely. Being a teacher can be hard, I’m sure any of them would appreciate this.
This is such a great idea. It is always nice to show teachers your appreciation without spending a lot.
Care packages for teachers are such a great idea! My teachers were amazing growing up and had an everlasting impact me. It’s so important to give back! Those teachers work so hard.
Awwwww I want one! Your son is so adorable and seems happy about taking his teacher this care package! This is such a fun idea.
I want this! This is so cool and great idea. Anyway, you son is so cute and looks adorable.
What a great idea! I always get my daughters teachers a little something at the end of the year to show some appreciation. Will definitely be making this care package for them. Thanks!
Those packs are so cute! I’m sure the teacher will enjoy them. I just recently found those big packs of gum, and LOVE THEM!
Your son looks very cute. I like his picture. I also like his smile 🙂
I know tons of teachers would appreciate this! I would just make sure they can have gumon campus first 🙂
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Teachers deserve a treat now and then. My sister and DIL are both teachers and would love one of these Extra care packages. My sister is a big Extra gum fan.
What a cool care package for a teacher. Not to mention we love Extra gum too!
I am so excited for the end of the school year and so shocked at how quickly its approaching! THis is a fun and easy idea though. Thanks!