Here are some simple ideas you can use to thank parent volunteers and school helpers at the end of the year.
Sing and Sign Thanks
Teach children this song to the tune of “Happy Birthday.” Use a sign language dictionary to learn appropriate signs.
We
Say
Thank you
To
You
(Repeat twice)
We say thank you
For helping.
We say thank you to you!
Elvis Thank You
Get out your microphone. (Hold a fist by your mouth.)
Wiggle your hips.
(Pretend to twirl your microphone around.)
Thank you! Thank you very much!
Pictures and Letters
Integrate writing by having the children make thank you cards with various art media.
"Thumb" Body Thanks You!
Gift Certificates
Here are some certificates that Carolyn Kisloski created.
You can download 6 free ones in the preview or order the whole set.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Gift-Tags-Gift-Cards-and-Gift-Ideas-2542953
Want more ideas?
Kudos Bar – “Kudos to you!”
Snickers – “Nuts about you!”
100 Grand – “A million thanks for all you did!”
M & M’s – “You’re marvelous and magnificent.”
Mint – “You ‘mint’ the world to us.”
Hershey’s Kisses – and Hugs, too!
Lifesavers – “You were a lifesaver this year!”
Apple – You’re the “apple” of our eyes.
Ice Cream Cone Coupon – You’re the best scoop! Thanks!
