Back to School gift guide
Kids, teachers, and the college kid moving out.
Three audiences, three plays. Kids respond to a fresh backpack, a planner, headphones, the thing that makes them feel ready. Teachers — the most undergifted group in America — appreciate a real coffee setup, a thoughtful notebook, a gift card to somewhere they actually like. College-age kids moving out need everything: kitchen basics, towels, a real desk lamp. The fall is the second gifting peak after Christmas; don't sleep on it.
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12 picks for Back to School
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For teachers specifically: the apple/mug/"#1 teacher" stuff has earned its retirement. A nicer version of something they actually use every day at work — a great water bottle, premium coffee beans, a clutch-quality tote — clears the bar by miles.
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