Delightful End of Year Student Gifts Your Class Will Love

As the school year winds down, educators often seek thoughtful ways to celebrate their students’ achievements and bid them farewell for the summer. Finding the perfect End Of Year Student Gifts can be a delightful task, offering a chance to show appreciation and leave a lasting positive impression. Over the years, I’ve curated a collection of student gift ideas that are both budget-friendly and genuinely appreciated by students of all ages. To help fellow teachers and anyone looking for inspiration, I’m sharing these end-of-year celebration favors, complete with printable tags to add a personal touch. These ideas are designed to save you valuable time during the busy end-of-year rush, ensuring you can focus on making those final days memorable for your students. If you’re also preparing for graduation, don’t forget to check out editable diplomas and graduation invitations to complete your end-of-year preparations.

Creative Sidewalk Chalk Gift Ideas with Printable Tags

Sidewalk chalk is a perennial favorite among students, especially as summer approaches. Its vibrant colors and outdoor appeal make it an ideal end of year student gift. Knowing how much my students enjoy expressing their creativity with sidewalk chalk during recess, I realized it would be a fantastic and affordable gift to mark the end of the school year. Dollar stores are excellent resources for boxes of sidewalk chalk, allowing you to divide them into smaller sets of 3-4 pieces per student. For convenience, sidewalk chalk is also readily available on Amazon.

Simply package a few pieces of chalk in a small baggie and attach a decorative tag. Over the years, I’ve designed several tag options to suit different styles and messages.

“Chalk it up to an amazing school year!” Student Gift Tags

Charming end of the school year sidewalk chalk gift tag featuring playful text and colorful chalk illustrations, perfect for student presents.

Vibrant sidewalk chalk end of year student gift tag showcasing bright chalk pieces and cheerful lettering, ideal for teachers gifting students.

These tags offer a playful way to acknowledge a great school year, available in designs suitable for both boys and girls.

“I hope your summer is CHALK full of fun!” Student Gift Tag

Delightful end of school year editable gift tag for sidewalk chalk presents, featuring customizable text and a fun chalk design for students.

This tag uses a fun pun to wish students a summer filled with enjoyable activities, perfectly complementing a sidewalk chalk gift.

“This school year was CHALK full of fun!” Student Gift and Tag

Festive end of the year gift tag with sidewalk chalk design, stating 'This school year was CHALK full of fun!' ideal for student presents from teachers.

This tag is a sweet and simple way to say goodbye, celebrating the fun of the past year.

Sand Bucket Student Gifts for a Beachy End of Year Theme

A beach theme is a consistently popular choice for end-of-year celebrations, evoking the carefree spirit of summer. Sand buckets filled with summer-themed goodies make for excellent end of the school year student gifts that align perfectly with this theme. I’ve often found colorful sand buckets at dollar stores, which is a budget-friendly option, especially for larger classes. For bulk purchases, Amazon offers sets of sand buckets that sometimes include sand toys, adding extra value.

To fill the buckets, consider a mix of fun and practical items like sunglasses, glow sticks, mini beach balls, and bubble wands. You can also repurpose leftover prizes from classroom reward systems or add gently used books from your classroom library to encourage summer reading. To make the buckets look fuller and more festive, a bit of tissue paper at the bottom adds volume and visual appeal. To complete these beach-themed gifts, I’ve created two different tag designs.

“Have BUCKETS of fun this summer!” Student Gift Tag

Cheerful end of school year student gift sand bucket, showcasing beach toys and a tag that reads 'Have BUCKETS of fun this summer!'.

This tag is perfect for wishing students an exciting and playful summer break.

“This year has been BUCKETS of fun!” Student Gift Tag

Delightful end of year student gift sand bucket, presenting a summer theme with a tag saying 'This year has been BUCKETS of fun!'.

This tag reflects on the positive experiences of the school year while looking forward to summer.

Pop It Fidget Toy Gift Tags for Trendy Student Gifts

Pop It fidget toys have taken the student world by storm, making them a highly desirable and trendy end of year student gift. Imagine the excitement on your students’ faces when they find these popular pop it keychains waiting for them on their desks on the last day! Amazon offers a wide selection of inexpensive fidget toy keychains in bulk, making it easy to provide one for each student.

To personalize these gifts, I’ve designed two different tag options that add a touch of fun and appreciation.

“Hope your summer is POPPIN’ with fun!” Gift Tag

Playful end of year gift tag for Pop It fidget toys, reading 'Hope your summer is POPPIN’ with fun!' perfect for student presents.

This tag uses a catchy phrase that plays on the “popping” action of the toy, wishing students a fun-filled summer.

“Thanks for making this school year POP!” End of Year Gift Tag

Appreciative end of school year Pop It fidget toy gift tag, stating 'Thanks for making this school year POP!' ideal for teachers gifting students.

This tag expresses gratitude to students for a fantastic school year, linking the “pop” theme to the positive energy of the class.

Popcorn Gift Tags for a Fun and Flavorful Treat

Following the popularity of the Pop It tags, a fellow teacher requested similar gift tags for bags of popcorn. Popcorn is a universally loved snack, making it a simple yet enjoyable end of year student gift. I designed tags specifically for end-of-year gifting, as well as options suitable for Open House and Meet the Teacher Night, offering versatility for different occasions.

Charming popcorn end of the school year gift tags featuring playful designs and text, perfect for student treats from teachers.

These tags add a festive touch to a simple bag of popcorn, turning it into a thoughtful end-of-year gesture.

Colorful Crayons: A Classic and Creative Student Gift

For younger students, especially preschoolers, crayons are always a hit. The joy of drawing and coloring is timeless, and new crayons are always a welcome addition to any art supply collection. Giving each student their own box of new crayons at the end of the school year is a practical and appreciated gift. Taking advantage of Amazon Prime and bulk discounts, purchasing a 12-box pack of crayons is usually very affordable.

Simply attach a brightly colored tag to each box of crayons for a cheerful and useful end of year student gift.

Vibrant crayons end of the school year gift for students, featuring a box of colorful crayons and a cheerful tag for teachers to give.

Play Dough: A Tactile and Engaging End of Year Gift

Play dough is another student favorite, offering endless opportunities for creative play and sensory exploration. It’s an excellent end of year student gift that encourages hands-on activity during the summer break. You have the option to make your own play dough using a favorite classroom recipe, or purchase small cans of play dough from stores like Walmart, Target, or Amazon for convenience.

The gift tags I’ve designed are versatile enough to be used with small play dough cans or baggies of homemade play dough, providing flexibility for your chosen presentation.

Playful student gift for the end of the school year featuring play dough, showcasing colorful cans and a tag ideal for teacher gifts.

“It Was a Treat Having You in My Class!” Cookie-Themed Gift Tag

For a sweet and memorable end of year student gift, consider a cookie-themed treat paired with a charming tag. If you have a classroom theme, like a dog theme which I often use, you can coordinate your gift accordingly. Attaching the “It Was a Treat Having You in My Class!” tag to a baggie of Scooby Doo graham cracker sticks (resembling dog bones) or small snack bags of cookies is a delightful and thematic option.

Adorable end of the school year student gifts and gift tags featuring a dog theme, ideal for teachers giving treats with a 'treat' pun.

“Dive Into a Good Book This Summer!” Reading-Encouraging Gift Tag

For a gift that promotes summer learning and relaxation, a book is an excellent choice. Encourage summer reading with an engaging book and the “Dive Into a Good Book This Summer!” tag. These tags can be easily placed inside the front cover of the book or attached to the outside if you choose to gift wrap the books.

Inspiring end of the school year gift tags for books, encouraging summer reading with a 'Dive Into a Good Book This Summer!' message.

“You’re a Smart Cookie!” Compliment Gift Tags with Cookie Treats

Recognize your students’ accomplishments and wish them well for the future with “You’re a Smart Cookie!” end of year student gift tags. These tags are a cute and complimentary way to acknowledge their hard work throughout the year. Attach them to snack bags of cookies, or use the treat bag topper version to decorate a baggie filled with a few small cookies or a single large cookie.

Delightful end of the school year gift cookie tag, featuring a smart cookie theme for student appreciation gifts.

Sweet Treat Student Gift Ideas with Versatile Tags

Sometimes, a simple sweet treat is the perfect way to show appreciation. Young students often have a sweet nature, and acknowledging this with a sweet treat end of year student gift is always well-received. The “Sweet Student Gift Ideas for the End of the School Year” tags are designed to be versatile and can be attached to any type of treat or small gift.

Charming end of the year gift tag for students from teachers, with a 'sweet' theme adaptable to various treat gifts.

Endearing End of the school year student gifts and gift tags, showcasing a variety of sweet treat ideas for teacher appreciation.

“Have a Ball This Summer!” Beach Ball Gift Idea

Continuing with the popular beach theme, beach balls make for a fun and energetic end of year student gift. Combine beach balls with sand buckets or frisbees for a more comprehensive summer-themed gift set. Dollar stores often carry inexpensive beach balls, and they are also available on Amazon for bulk purchase at reasonable prices. Alternatively, super balls or any type of ball can be used. Simply attach the “Have a Ball This Summer!” tag to the gift.

Fun End of the school year student gift featuring a beach ball, complete with a tag that reads 'Have a Ball This Summer!' ideal for summer-themed gifts.

“O-FISH-al” Graduation Gifts with Fish-Themed Tags

For graduation celebrations, especially in preschool or kindergarten where moving to the next grade is a significant milestone, an ocean or fish theme can be particularly fitting. The “O-FISH-al” graduation gift tags are adorable and thematic, perfect for acknowledging this step up. These tags playfully announce that students are “o-fish-ally” moving to the next grade level, which is a big deal for younger learners. Swedish Fish candies are a personal favorite, but Goldfish crackers are another excellent and readily available option. The tags can be attached to snack-sized bags of Swedish Fish or baggies of Goldfish crackers, with editable grade levels available.

Festive end of the year student gift idea with an ocean theme, featuring fish-shaped treats and 'O-FISH-al' graduation tags for young students.

Charming end of the school year student gift idea showcasing fish crackers and 'O-FISH-al' graduation tags, perfect for preschool and kindergarten celebrations.

Jump Rope Gifts for Active Summer Fun

Jump ropes are a fantastic way to encourage physical activity and outdoor play during the summer. If jump ropes are popular during playground time at your school, they make an excellent and energetic end of year student gift. Finding jump ropes at dollar stores or discount sections makes this gift both fun and affordable. I’ve created both boy and girl-themed tags with two different phrases: “Jump for joy! You had a great year!” and “It’s been a great year! Now it’s time to jump into [next grade]!”.

Energetic end of the school year gift tag for jump ropes, encouraging summer activity with phrases like 'Jump for joy!' for students.

M&Ms Student Gifts for a Marvelous & Magnificent Summer

For a sweet treat with a personalized touch, consider M&Ms. I loved the idea of using the ‘M’ from M&Ms to create a summer-themed message, wishing students a Marvelous & Magnificent summer. This gift idea is particularly thoughtful for students you’ve tutored throughout the year, adding a personal touch to your appreciation. Simply attach the tag to a snack-size bag of M&Ms for a delightful and meaningful end of year student gift.

Starburst Student Gift for a Burst of Summer Fun

Starburst candies are another popular treat among students and make for a bright and cheerful end of year student gift. If Starbursts are a classroom favorite from the treat box, attaching these tags to baggies filled with a few Starburst candies is a simple yet appreciated gesture. It’s an extra sweet way to say goodbye and wish them a fun summer.

Cheerful End of the school year student gift featuring Starburst candies, accompanied by a tag perfect for a burst of summer fun.

Bubbles End of Year Student Gifts: “You Blew Me Away This Year!”

Bubbles are a classic and joyful gift, especially for younger students. Containers of bubble solution are a wonderful end of year student gift, reminiscent of fun outdoor activities. Bubbles are always a hit in preschool and early elementary grades, evoking happy memories of classroom activities. I initially used the saying “I’m bubbling with pride over all you have learned!”, but then adapted the phrase “You blew me away!” to create the tags “You blew me away this year!”. Both tag versions are available for boys and girls and can be attached to bottles of bubbles or bubble wands.

Joyful end of the year student gifts featuring bubbles, with tags that read 'You blew me away!', perfect for teacher appreciation.

Delightful end of the year student gifts – bubbles, showcasing bubble bottles and tags ideal for expressing teacher's pride in students.

Frisbee End of Year Student Gift for Outdoor Fun

Frisbees are another excellent option for promoting outdoor play and activity during the summer months. A frisbee is a simple yet fun end of year student gift that encourages students to stay active. Just attach the student gift tag to a frisbee for an easy and enjoyable gift.

Active End of the school year student gift – frisbee, featuring a frisbee and tag encouraging outdoor summer fun for students.

Noah’s Ark End of Year Student Gift & Tag for Christian Schools

For teachers in Christian schools or for those incorporating religious themes, Noah’s Ark provides a meaningful and thematic end of year student gift. If you’ve used Noah’s Ark as a theme for spring programs or graduation ceremonies, these gift tags are a perfect complement. Attach them to a Ziploc baggie filled with animal crackers for a simple and symbolic gift. This student gift tag is part of a freebie sampler and is available in both non-editable and editable versions.

Thematic Noah's Ark end of the year student gift, presenting animal crackers and a Noah's Ark tag suitable for Christian school gifts.

Beach Theme Sunglasses: “Bright Future” Student Gift

Sunglasses are a trendy and practical end of year student gift, especially when paired with a beach theme. A beach theme is a personal favorite for end-of-year celebrations, and sunglasses fit perfectly with the summer vibe. Inexpensive children’s sunglasses can be found at Walmart or dollar stores, making this a budget-friendly yet stylish gift. Attach the inspiring tag “You have such a bright future!” for a motivational touch. These tags can also be used with glow sticks for an alternative bright gift. Like the Noah’s Ark tags, these are available in both free non-editable and editable versions.

Stylish end of the school year student gift ideas featuring sunglasses, with 'bright future' tags ideal for summer and beach themes.

Cool end of the year gift ideas for students showcasing sunglasses with 'bright future' tags, perfect for teachers gifting students.

Kool-Aid Summer Student Gifts for a “Kool Summer”

Kool-Aid packets combined with crazy straws make for a refreshing and fun end of year student gift, especially for summer-themed celebrations. While initially used for summer camp programs, the tags can be easily adapted for the end of the school year with the message “Have a Kool summer!”. You can also add a sports bottle or cup to make it a more complete gift. These versatile tags can also be used with glow sticks as an alternative bright and colorful gift. These tags are also part of the freebie sampler and available in both non-editable and editable versions.

Refreshing end of the year gifts for students featuring Kool-Aid and crazy straws, with 'Have a Kool summer!' tags for a fun summer theme.

Pet Cloud End of Year Student Gift: A Unique and Crafty Idea

For a more unique and crafty end of year student gift, consider Pet Clouds. This idea was inspired by a weather unit activity and can be adapted as a creative and memorable gift. To make a Pet Cloud, simply stretch out a jumbo-sized cotton ball and glue on two wiggly eyes. Attach the Pet Cloud tag for a whimsical touch. These tags, like many others, can also be used with glow sticks. Pet Cloud tags are also included in the freebie sampler and come in both non-editable and editable formats.

Creative end of the year gifts for students – Pet Cloud, showcasing cotton ball clouds with wiggly eyes and charming gift tags for a unique present.

If you’re interested in using these end of the school year student gift tags, they are available for purchase and download here.

For even more value, you can get editable gift tags for the entire year in a money-saving bundle pack!

Comprehensive Students gifts editable mega bundle, featuring various gift tags for different occasions throughout the school year, perfect for teacher resources.