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No matter what kind of student you may have been (or might be currently), or how you feel about school in general, it’s likely that at least one teacher has made a lasting, personal impact on your life. After all, educators are society’s unsung heroes, generation after generation. They provide practical advice, offer encouragement to dream big, share their passions in the name of learning and even open students’ eyes to their own future vocations. They give so much of themselves (unfortunately, even spending their own $$ on items for their classes). That’s why we want to highlight 150+ teacher freebies and discounts.
We’ve rounded up the best discounts, free trials, extra deals and appreciation events for teachers. And with it being Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5–9), what better time to take advantage of these deals? So, educators—whether you’re looking to get more school supplies/classroom inspiration, or going shopping for yourself (everything from a new outfit to a new car!), there are exclusive benefits you need to take advantage of. So, get ready to flash your badge and enjoy the extra perks that come from your hard work of molding minds all day, every day!
Apples may be nice, but we’ve done our homework—these 150+ teacher discounts and freebies are gifts that will make a difference throughout the whole school year!
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Teacher Freebies & Discounts for Classroom
1. Dry Erase Boards
EVERWhite will send teachers a 6×9″ sample.
2. School Mate Sample
Receive a planner, folder, or wall calendar sample from School Mate.
3. NASA Poster
Download “Mars Explorers Wanted” posters to hang up in the classroom. Then, share a picture of it featured on your wall with #MarsPosters!
4. Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble changed their Educator program, and now teachers are mixed in with the Premium Membership and Rewards Membership. But you can still browse their Educators store and & Classwork website. Email [email protected].
5. First Book
Educators who serve children in need may qualify for free books through First Book.
6. Half Price Books
In addition to their already lowered prices, librarians and homeschoolers/teachers get an extra 10% off year-round.
7. Hobby Lobby
This craft store offers 10% off your full order.
8. The Container Store
In order to keep your classroom looking sharp, The Container Store offers a 15% discount as part of their Organized Insider program.
9. LakeShore Learning
Thanks to their “Teacher’s Club,” members can save an extra 15% in-store on school supplies.
10. Office Depot
When you buy school supplies at Office Depot, verified teachers (with a school ID) can receive a one-time 20% discount.
11. Oriental Trading
You can save up to 60% on teacher supplies.
12. Amazon
With Amazon Business, you can get wholesale teacher supplies and decorations.
13. Pencils.com
As part of their “Educator Discount Program,” Pencils.com offers an extra 10% off all of your orders.
14. Michaels
Once your educator ID is verified, you will begin receiving 15% off every time you shop.
15. Blick Art Materials
If your school purchases large quantities of art supplies throughout the year, you can get an additional discount on the purchases.
16. Becker’s
Becker’s offers huge savings on school supplies.
17. Cooking Supplies
Receive 30% off $100+ for Curious Chef cooking supplies for your classroom.
18. WellnessMats
These mats are designed to help those who are on their feet a lot of the day, and teachers are able to get 25% off their orders.
19. Discount School Supply
Already at a discount, you can shop their deals and sale section for teacher supplies and classroom products for less.
20. Chibitronics
Offering ways to learn about technology through arts and crafts, Chibitronics offers teachers a special discount on their products.
Activities and Teacher Resources (Free & Discounted)
21. DonorsChoose
This fundraising site (similar to “GoFundMe”) allows teachers to post “classroom projects” that they would love to have in their school or room, like adding in Montessori collaborative play elements, getting new helmets for a team, having access to updated technology, etc., and then anyone is able to donate to their project request.
22. Foundation for Economic Education (FEE)
FEE gives free access to videos, podcasts, e-books and articles, focusing on economic principles and the entrepreneurial spirit.
23. Teachers Pay Teachers
This is the place to find plenty of free printables (think lesson plans, activities, spreadsheets, etc.!)
24. Teaching Tolerance
Resources for teachers such as lesson plans, self-guided learning, webinars, and more, are provided with the mission to “help teachers and schools educate children and youth to be active participants in a diverse democracy.”
25. Student Treasures Publishing
Studentreasures is a great place for resources and techniques to simplify daily tasks. Plus, they have Teacher Appreciation Week giveaways.
26. Scholastic Teacher Store
Every quarter, they offer new deals exclusively for educators. Plenty of free printables are available as well, including bookmarks, “seek and find” worksheets and more.
27. Discount School Supply
Up to 80% off, and they offer free activity ideas as well.
28. Books-a-Million
Teachers receive 20% off classroom purchases with a BAM Educator’s Card.
29. Creative Fabrica
For only $2.99 a year, you can download five teaching resources per week (that’s 260 in one year).
30. National Education Association
This resource is ideal for browsing new classroom management ideas and teaching strategies.
31. Mammoth Math
Over 400 free math worksheets await—not to mention plenty of assessment tests and helpful videos.
32. Crayola
Offering free coloring sheets and DIY craft ideas, Crayola also has resources available to help teachers use art across their curriculum.
33. Izzit
This charitable organization provides teachers unlimited streaming from their educational video library.
34. Grammarly
Already free, this is an excellent grammar resource for both educators and your students.
35. Pets in the Classroom
This educational grant program supports public school teachers who desire to have aquarium fish or small pets in the classroom.
36. PBS Teachers Lounge
Educators have free access to the PBS Teachers Lounge blog, which is filled with current events in the educational world.
37. K12 School Supplies
Save up to 70% on resources like classroom posters and charts, lesson plans, and more.
38. Zollipops
As part of their “Million Smiles Initiative,” Zollipops (a sugar-free, vegan, natural candy) is donating this healthy candy for free to schools in order to raise awareness on childhood tooth decay.
39. Free Toothpaste and Toothbrushes
In order to teach young students about oral hygiene and health, Colgate’s “Bright Smiles, Bright Futures” works to give students free dental screenings and products. Teachers can also download free dental hygiene posters for the classroom (or families can download some for the home.
40. Raymond Geddes School Supplies
Browse through their freebies that include reward certificates, Dr. Seuss-themed templates, and more.
41. Little Passports
Find free printables, lesson plans and homeschooling curriculum resources.
42. Timesavers for Teachers
When you’re grading so much work that you can’t possibly think of any more creative ways to give feedback, Timesavers for Teachers’ free comments collection will come in handy. They also provide free forms to help student behavior.
43. Yoobi
Besides free classroom activity sheets, Yoobi also gives you the opportunity to sign up for their e-newsletter, which sends out special teacher coupons and resources.
44. Squiggle Park
A technology-based approach to increased reading, Squiggle Park offers free resources, including professional development videos, printables, and lesson plans.
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Clothing and Accessories Discounts
45. Hanes
Shoppers are able to receive 10% off their purchase.
46. Bonobos
Educators receive 20% off their total.
47. Champion
Teachers receive 10% off.
48. Cole Haan
Teachers can shop full-price and sale merchandise, getting 15% off both.
49. DC Shoes
15% off is offered to teachers who shop here.
50. Just My Size
Educators receive 10% off their purchases.
51. One Hanes Place
Shop Playtex and JMS and get 10% off your purchases if you’re a teacher.
52. Karen Kane
You can get 20% off all your purchases here as a teacher.
53. King Kong Apparel
All teachers are able to get 15% off their bags, totes, backpacks and duffles.
54. Vineyard Vines
To share their appreciation for teachers, you can get 15% off your order.
55. Madewell
Educators receive 15% off.
56. Reebok
As part of their “Heroes Discount Program” (also including nurses, military personnel, first responders, and government employees), teachers get 30% off.
57. Tommy John
Teachers are able to get 20% off their purchases.
58. TOMS
All educators receive an additional 15% off.
59. J.Crew
Educators who shop here receive 15% off their purchase.
60. J.Crew Factory
Teachers receive 15% off.
61. L.L.Bean
10% off is offered for all teachers who enjoy spending some of their free time outdoors.
62. Rothy’s
Educators can get select comfy and cute shoes for 20% off, which should feel great after being on your feet all day.
63. Target
If you join Target Circle and verify your status as a teacher, you get access to exclusive deals in the future.
64. Staples
As part of Staples’ “Easy Rewards,” customers earn one point for every $1 spent.
65. Tommy Hilfiger
Teachers who shop here will get an extra 15% off.
66. Ann Taylor LOFT
Educators will save 15% on all purchases here.
67. Birdies
Teachers get 20% off Birdies shoes through SheerID.
68. UGG
UGG offers teachers, first responders and more 10% off footwear and apparel.
69. Nike
Nike offers teachers and other heroes in our community 10% off.
70. ASICS
Through ASICS’s teachers discount, educators can get discount and promo codes.
71. Levi’s
Teachers save at Levi’s with their teacher discount of 15% off.
72. Stegmann
Throughout the year, educators get 12% off.
73. Timberland
Teachers and other educators can get 10% off when they verify their credentials.
74. Crocs
Lovers of Crocs rejoice because they offer a 15% teacher discount once you verify your identity through ID.me.
75. Sunglass Hut
Teachers can receive a 15% discount with a verified ID.
76. Nautica
With a verified ID, teachers automatically receive a 15% discount on their orders.
77. Skechers
Both students and teachers can receive 20% off their shoes.
78. Ray Ban
With a verified ID, teachers receive a 15% discount.
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Subscriptions, Memberships and Trials (Free & Discounted)
79. LinkedIn Learning
Receive a free 30-day, unlimited access trial.
80. Epic!
Teachers who sign up for Epic! have free access to over 20,000 eBooks for kids.
81. Microsoft
Teachers, students and more can save 5–10% on Microsoft products.
82. Microsoft Office 365
Teachers are eligible to receive Microsoft Office for free.
83. Adobe Creative Cloud
Educators and students can get over 60% off on a subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud.
84. Headspace
This meditation app is free for teachers.
85. College Subscription Services
Already up to 90% off for magazine subscriptions, educators are eligible to receive an additional special rate by providing their school information with their order.
86. Magazines.com
While the subscriptions are already priced up to 80% off, you can get another $5 off your purchase as an educator.
87. Theatre Development Fund
If you’re a teacher who loves going to shows, TDF’s exclusive membership allows you to buy theater, dance and music shows at a discounted rate (up to 70%).
88. Basecamp
Free for educators and their students, this project-management tool provides resources like automatic check-ins, message boards, to-do lists, etc., to help you succeed with your projects.
89. Swagbucks
While this rewards website offers gift cards to members based on their online activity (like taking surveys, searching things in their browser, etc.), teachers can get $10 by signing up!
90. Kindle Unlimited
Receive a free 30-day trial for unlimited reading!
91. ABCmouse
This Early Learning Academy subscription (online curriculum for children 2-8 years old) is up to 49% off, but teachers have access to a free 30-day trial first.
92. Thrive Market
Teachers are able to apply for a free membership to start having organic and healthy groceries delivered to you.
93. The New York Times
Teachers receive a special academic rate of 50% off a New York Times newspaper subscription.
94. Spotify
Educators can take advantage of getting Spotify Premium for free for three months.
95. Kiwi Crate
This subscription service has classroom science kits available and offers discounted prices on orders in bulk of 10 or more items.
96. Audible
Along with a 30-day free trial , educators are also able to receive one free audiobook and two Audible Originals.
97. ClassCentral
Many teachers are lifelong learners themselves, which makes the free online courses offered by many top universities extra appealing.
98. Rosetta Stone
Teachers can start with a free demo of this language-learning software.
99. The Washington Post
With their “academic rate,” teachers can subscribe for 90% off.
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Technology, Software and Electronics (Free & Discounted)
100. Academic Superstore
Purchase software that is up to 85% off.
101. Ableton
Teachers are able to save 50% on Live 10 Standard or Suite for music creation and performance.
102. Adafruit
Educators can get up to 10% off their orders on this site which features various tools, equipment, and electronics.
103. Apple
You’re able to save with Apple’s “education pricing” on various Mac and iPad models.
104. AT&T
Receive additional discounts after providing your school email address.
105. Bose
Special prices are available for U.S. educators after contacting Bose’s customer service.
106. Canon
There are exclusive deals offered to educators in both K-12 and higher education settings.
107. Lenovo
Up to 10% off on electronics, like laptops and desktops.
108. Cyberlink
Teachers get 40% off this video-editing software and receive access to an ever-growing library of digital assets.
109. Final Draft
Save about $30 on this screenwriting software.
110. Verizon Wireless
Educators are eligible to receive extra monthly discounts on their bills.
111. Intuit
Try free trials of QuickBooks, ProConnect software and discounted QuickBooks Desktop products.
112. Samsung
Save as much as 30% by joining the “Samsung Student & Educator Discount Program.”
113. ABBYY
Receive up to 10% off software products like Finereader, PDF transformer and more.
114. GameSalad
Teachers are able to get discounts on a GameSalad Pro annual subscription.
115. Photomatix
HDRsoft’s “Standard Academic Pricing” is 60% off for this photo editing software.
116. IDM
All IDM products (and their all-access subscription) are available at discounts for teachers.
117. Roxio
Roxio software is offered for teachers at a 20% discount.
118. iRobot
Teachers who verify their identity through ID.me can get up to 15% off select robots.
119. Sennheiser
Headphones, microphones, soundbars and more, are offered at 20% off for teachers.
120. Smartish
Phone cases are discounted at 15% for teachers.
121. Targus
Educators can get 25% off these laptop bags, tablet cases, docking stations and more.
122. Ring.com
Educators are able to receive 20% off select Ring doorbells, spotlight options, and other various products.
Home Loans (Discounts & Deals)
123. Supreme Lending
The “Educator Home Mortgage Discount Program” offers up to $800 in discounted real estate fees and closing costs. Customers can also receive donations back to your school.
124. Good Neighbor Next Door
Eligible teachers could get 50% off a home in a “revitalization area” owned by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
125. Homes for Heroes
Save money on your home-buying process when you work with a Homes for Heroes affiliate.
Cars (Discounts & Deals)
126. Country Financial
Full-time K-12 teachers can save 10% on their auto insurance.
127. GEICO
Educators may be eligible for a special auto insurance discount or premium reduction.
128. Horace Mann Insurance
Their “Educator Advantage” offers teachers additional benefits with their auto policies.
129. Liberty Mutual Insurance
Teachers receive extra auto insurance coverage at no cost, such as vandalism loss protection, personal property coverage, etc.
130. Hertz
National Education Association (NEA) members are able to save up to 25% on their car rental.
131. Dollar Car Rental
NEA members receive 25% off the car rental base rates.
132. Ford
If your school is affiliated with Ford’s Educator Appreciation Program, you can get a $1,000 discount (not including other possible rebates and bonuses with your purchase).
133. General Motors
The “GM Educator Discount” allows teachers to purchase or lease a Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac vehicle at a discount, and can be combined with other dealership offers at the time.
134. Budget Truck Rental
20% off is offered to teachers on any local moves, any day of the week.
Travel (Discounts & Deals)
135. Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL)
NCL is offering 5% off all cruise fares, a $50 onboard credit to teachers (and it’s combinable with their Free At Sea offer).
136. Vacations To Go
Every so often, cruises will offer special teacher discounts to Vacations To Go customers.
137. Hilton Orlando
Their special teacher and faculty workers appreciation offers include waived resort and parking fees, discounts at SeaWorld, free transport to Universal Orlando Resort and more.
138. Caesars Entertainment
Up to 10% off is being offered at Caesars Entertainment hotels across the U.S.
139. Kennedy Space Center
The “Educator Study Pass” offers Florida, Georgie, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands teachers complimentary access to Kennedy Space Center’s Educator Resource Center.
140. Swan and Dolphin Resort at Walt Disney World
A special room rate of up to 25% off is offered to teachers who stay at this resort.
141. Westgate Resorts
Educators and school personnel are able to receive 10% off their stay at any Westgate Resort.
142. Howard Johnson
This hotel chain offers teachers their “Government Discount” option when booking.
143. Crayola Experience Orlando
All educators get free admission to the Crayola Experience.
144. Red Roof
NEA members save 20% when they book at Red Roof.
145. Mermaid Cottages
Educators are able to get 5% off their stay in Tybee Island, Georgia.
More Teacher Discounts
146. E-Z UP
Teachers receive 20% off their purchase of any “Instant Shelter” product for the beach, sporting events, and other outdoor activities.
147. Costco
By becoming a Costco member, teachers can save by buying in bulk.
148. Medex Supply
Teachers who order in bulk can receive additional discounts on already-discounted medical supplies.
149. Texas de Brazil
This restaurant’s “Heroes’ Discount” offers a 10% discount on their dinner and lunch prices across the U.S.
150. PureFormulas
The teacher discount is 10% off at this health and supplement website.
151. Weight Crafters
Discounted rates are available for educators who book one of their fitness retreat programs in Florida.
152. Sam’s Club
Sam’s Club is offering 60% off a standard membership, making the membership $20.
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