I am a Middle/High school librarian and have taught 3 yr old Kindergarten to 11th grade English. I have a beautiful quilted ball, handmade wooden reindeer, a handmade Santa & an elf. They have been a part of our decorations at home for many years. My sons' teachers and now my grandson's teachers get baskets of homemade bread & cookies. These teachers have also always been my colleagues. Whomever has a Stevens boy at Christmasis always very happy with their gift. Handmade and homemade are always appreciated. Store bought ornaments and goodies-not so much. No scents, candles, mugs (unless it's a nice sealable insulated one) or knickknacks.