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WOW.. It is so nice to see how much thought parents on this site are putting into buying gifts for daycare/preschool teachers/nanny/babysitters. I have taught preschool for 12 years and I have to say, I love the gift cards as I can use them or share them with my own kids over christmas break!! I know parents mean well but for me being in the teaching field for so long.. I really have so many ornaments and candles so I do prefer a gift card and truly appreciate it.
I think panera, caribou and starbucks are nice and nurturing places for gift cards $10.00 and under as we can treat ourselves to a nice sandwich or drink!
Funny though you should ask about those diffusers as I almost bought the pear scented one.That is my favorite scent in candles at pier one; not too overpowering..
Pottery Barn had their fall ones on clearance too for about the same price. I personally would like to receive one of those but you know, you never know what scent someone is going to like. I suppose you could just send along a gift receipt and they could return/exchange if they like. Pier one is one of my favorite stores!
Either gift you mentioned would be lovely, really!
Thanks for thinking of us early childhood professionals.. !! We do really work SO very hard throughout the year with your children!