Because she didn’t know what to offer her favorite teacher, this little girl came up with the most heartfelt gift she’ll never forget.
Rachel Uretsky-Pratt, a Washington State elementary school teacher, received a rather unique Christmas gift from one of her kids this year.
The instructor primarily deals with pupils from low-income homes, so when it came time for Christmas, the last thing on her mind was gifts.
The pupils, on the other hand, demonstrated how generous youngsters can be by giving Rachel small hand-made gifts that truly came from the heart. Rachel was moved by one present in particular, and she told Mary Katherine Backstrom about it on Facebook.
“Today was the last day of school before our winter break began. We’ll take two weeks off over the holidays to spend time with our family and loved ones before returning to school the following year,” Rachel explained.
“With Christmas just around the verge and the day before break, most teachers gift their students something, such as books or small sweets, and occasionally receive something in return.”
Although Rachel did not want to reveal personal information about her children, she stated on Facebook that every child at the school was given assistance with their meals, whether it was a free or reduced service.
And when the youngsters were eating their meals that morning, one child had decided to save the best part of her food to offer to her teacher as a gift.
Rachel stated, “Everyone at my school is on free or reduced lunch.” “They also get a free breakfast every day of the week at school.” This kid was desperate to get me something, but he didn’t have anything to give.”
Everyone knows that a child’s favorite part of Lucky Charms is the Marshmallows. And this beautiful little girl opted to give up every single marshmallow in her bowl just so she could give Rachel something.
“Rather of giving me nothing, this student opened up her complimentary breakfast cereal this morning, removed the wrapper off her spork, straw, and napkin, and ultimately took the time to remove every marshmallow from her cereal and place it in a bag—for me,” Rachel said.
Most youngsters would not even consider the amount of time and effort that must have gone into selecting all of the marshmallows and pulling them out of the cereal box.
Rachel was so moved by her present that she decided to photograph it. The rainbow marshmallows have been meticulously wrapped in a clear plastic wrapper, and the small girl’s efforts have warmed our hearts.
“Be grateful for what you have and what you receive from others. Rachel continued, “It all honestly comes from the deepest depths of their hearts.”
We couldn’t be more in agreement! Even though she had nothing, this little girl went out of her way to make sure she could give her teacher a gift this Christmas. We could all learn a thing or two from this kid!