Saying goodbye to a student teacher can be a bittersweet moment. They’ve become a part of your classroom community, made meaningful connections with your students, and grown so much as an educator. That’s why this student teacher goodbye gift is the perfect way to wrap up their placement with love, laughter, and memories.
This printable Student Teacher Advice Book is a class-made keepsake filled with funny advice, heartfelt messages, and reflections straight from the students. It’s a simple but powerful farewell gift that your student teacher will treasure for years to come.
Why This Student Teacher Goodbye Gift Is So Special
Instead of giving your student teacher another mug or pen set, this unique goodbye gift captures the true essence of their time in your classroom. Here’s what makes it such a standout idea:
- Student voice at the centre – every page is written by the children they taught
- Funny and heartwarming – expect giggles and maybe a few tears
- No-prep and printable – quick to assemble, even in a busy final week
- A keepsake that lasts – they’ll revisit this book long after they graduate
This student teacher goodbye gift is perfect for primary classrooms and can be adapted for any grade from Foundation to Year 6.
How to Create an Unforgettable Student Teacher Farewell Book
Here’s how to create the ultimate goodbye gift in just a few simple steps:
Step 1: Print Your Pages
Download and print the Student Teacher Advice Booklet. It includes multiple versions for different year levels, writing abilities, and formats—so it’s perfect for any K–6 classroom.
Step 2: Choose the Right Prompts
Pick the writing pages that suit your students. Prompts include:
- “What makes a great teacher?”
- “My advice for your future classroom”
- “Thank you for…”
- “What I’ll remember most”
Younger students can draw pictures or respond to sentence starters, while older students can write full reflections or advice paragraphs.
Step 3: Let the Magic Happen
Give students time to fill out their pages. This is where the gold lies—expect sweet moments, silly suggestions (“always have stickers”), and genuine appreciation.
Step 4: Assemble the Book
Once everyone’s done, collect the pages and bind them into a booklet. You can use:
- A simple staple down the side
- A plastic display folder
- Spiral or comb binding if you want to get fancy
Add a class photo or student signatures to the front cover for a personal touch.
Step 5: Present the Gift
Give the booklet to your student teacher on their final day with a big class cheer—or a quiet, teary moment if that’s more your style. Either way, they’ll treasure it forever.
What Teachers Are Saying 💬
This best-selling resource has earned glowing 5-star reviews from real teachers:
⭐️ “This was so fun to do with my student teaching class. They gave me the best advice! I’m going to make a book out of them.”
⭐️ “One of the best activities that we did this year to celebrate our student teacher. Thank you!”
⭐️ “My students loved using this as part of a memory book for our student teacher at the end of her term.”
⭐️ “Made a cute gift for my student teacher. Easy to prep and for students to personalise.”
⭐️ “This was a great resource. My students really enjoyed it and were engaged with it.”
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Ready to Make Your Student Teacher’s Day?
There’s no better way to end a placement than with a keepsake filled with love, laughter, and classroom memories. The Student Teacher Advice Book is easy to use, incredibly thoughtful, and guaranteed to be remembered.
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