5 star rated payroll and taxes unit bundle // caravan sonnet shoppe at teachers pay teachers
August 30, 2025
Happy Saturday friends! I am so excited to share with y'all the updated 5 STAR RATED Payroll and Taxes Unit Bundle that is available in the caravan sonnet shoppe at teachers pay teachers! This is a group of incredible no prep resources that could be used in a personal finance, business, or economics classes or even in a college and career prep class! This is a unit bundle that could be used at a variety of levels but would be perfect for classes at the high school or college level!
This unit bundle contains the following 10 resources:
All About Taxes Powerpoint with Guided Notes (5 STAR RATED)
How to Read Your PayCheck Powerpoint with Guided Notes (4 STAR RATED)
Can I ask a HUGE favor?
If you are not already following the shoppe could you please do so? Even if you are not a teacher or don't plan to purchase things the number of followers does influence potential buyers and this would show incredible support!
THANK YOU!
This has been an incredible blessing and you are making this possible!! Thank you again friends!
Happy Saturday!
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Happy Friday friends!! I hope that you have had a lovely and wonderful week! I am so grateful to spend time with each of you in this sweet space every single day.
Thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers for the last couple of weeks as I spoke at a conference in France and then traveled for a few days. I have started to share here on the blog, but if you haven't already been following along on instagram for so many beautiful reels and pictures to bring a smile to your face (you can connect HERE).
Here are some of my favorite things from this past week:
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Travel in France (August 2025)...
Rhone River Cruise with Viking River Cruises...
In the coming weeks I will be starting to share all about the trip in detail on the blog and so excited for you to read more behind the scenes details than a simple social media post could provide!
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Personal Thoughts...
A Beautiful August Weekend (Blog Post)
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From the Caravan Sonnet Shoppe...
Thank you again for all of your support, for following along in the shop, for your kind reviews, and for purchasing these products! I know I say that all of the time, but you are a blessing! I am so glad you are here! If you are looking to connect more in the Caravan Sonnet Shoppe community on a daily basis click HERE to go directly to the Instagram Page!
As always if there is something that I can do to help or answer questions please don't hesitate to reach out!
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Holiday Junk Journals will be releasing in September!
Thursday Health Thoughts...
This post was HIGHLY read and I am so thankful it was a help to so many of you! In the coming weeks I want to learn more about the different health benefits and ways to use hot peppers so I will share more as I learn!
I hope that you have a wonderful Friday friends! Thank you for making this such an incredible space to come to and connect with every single day. I am so blessed!!
Happy Friday and I hope you have a wonderful long Labor Day weekend!
This article explores how to travel smart while combining style, safety, and practicality to
make the most of every solo trip. While women currently lead solo travel statistics, more
men are embracing independent journeys too—but in truth, the lessons of solo travel are
universal. dedicated attention.
1. Why Everyone Should Travel Solo at Least Once
Solo travel offers unparalleled freedom to explore at your own pace without
compromising on destinations or activities. It builds confidence, problem-solving skills,
and cultural awareness that translate into personal and professional growth. Travelling
alone encourages you to listen to your own instincts and discover what truly matters to
you, without group dynamics influencing your choices.
2. Style On the Go: Packing Light, Dressing Right
Travelling solo teaches you the value of simplicity. Mastering versatile packing allows
you to maintain comfort and style while keeping luggage light. A small, coordinated
wardrobe—such as neutral basics with one or two accent colors—means you’re always
ready for both exploring and evening dining. One excellent pair of walking shoes and a
versatile jacket can take you surprisingly far.
3. Digital Essentials: Staying Safe and Connected
Another lesson of solo travel is learning to rely on yourself while staying secure.
Download offline maps, translation tools, and currency converters in advance, and keep
a portable charger handy. Be cautious when using public Wi-Fi, as networks in airports,
hotels, and cafés carry risks. A free VPN for iPhone can help protect your privacy and
sensitive information while keeping you connected. Share your itinerary with a trusted
contact, and consider a local SIM card or international plan so you’re always able to
reach someone if needed.
4. Dining, Exploring, and Socialising Without the Awkwardness
Eating alone or joining activities by yourself can feel daunting at first—but it quickly
becomes natural. Solo travel teaches you to embrace new opportunities for connection:
chatting with staff at a restaurant, joining a cooking class, or booking a walking tour.
The global solo travel market reached $482.34 billion in 2024, indicating solo activities
are becoming common and accepted. Common interests make conversation flow easily,
and you’ll often find yourself forming unexpected friendships.
5. Self-Care and Grooming While Travelling Alone
Maintaining grooming standards while traveling solo needs great planning and minimal,
multipurpose products. Pack a streamlined toiletry kit with quality basics: cleanser,
moisturizer with SPF, and styling products. A compact grooming kit with nail clippers,
tweezers, and a quality razor maintains appearance between destinations. Choose
accommodations with reliable bathrooms and laundry facilities, or research local
laundromats and dry cleaning services. Pack wrinkle-release spray for quick clothing
refresh, and consider packing cubes to keep clean and dirty clothes organized.
6. Coming Back Wiser: What Solo Travel Teaches You
Above all, solo travel transforms how you approach life. It encourages patience,
adaptability, and resourcefulness. You learn how to solve problems calmly, communicate
across cultures, and embrace solitude with confidence. Many travellers find that their
outlook, decision-making, and appreciation for different perspectives grow long after
they return home.
Solo travel is more than just a holiday—it’s an investment in yourself. The skills,
confidence, and insights you gain create a foundation for continued growth and
adventure throughout life.
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Sometimes the silence is where the most sacred things are written
Longer post coming of my visit to the delightful Jardins de l'abbaye Saint-Georges de Boscherville, but it was absolutely incredible. I can't wait to share more about this amazing experience with y'all.
Caravan Sonnet | Seine-Maritime, France | French Abbey
I am excited to share that Teachers Pay Teachers is holding a bonus sale today and tomorrow! If you have already started school or are starting school this week or next you will want to check out the sale that is going on in the shop today and Wednesday!
I am so excited for you to score some AMAZING deals on back to school resources at incredible prices! My entire store is 25% off with the code BTS25! Here are the TOP 5 beloved and best selling resources in the shop that will be excellent for this time of year:
Go directly to the shop HERE!
Thank you so much again for all of your support of the shop! I know I say that all of the time, but you are a blessing! I am so glad you are here! If you are looking to connect more in the community on a daily basis click HERE to go directly to the Instagram Page!
Happy Back to School Bonus Sale and Happy Savings friends! I hope that you find the best resources for you and your students to make this the best year yet... an uncommon year that is amazing!
As always if there is something that I can do to help or answer questions please don't hesitate to reach out! Happy Shopping!
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Happy Monday friends! I hope that you had a wonderful weekend. This weekend was a precious one and today I thought I would share just a few snippets from the days...
Evening swims after work are always a delightful thing to me. So are morning swims too haha, but after work swims and seeing friends who have come up for the weekend is lovely. I do not take for granted one second of this beautiful area that we live in or the community that surrounds us year after year, generation after generation.
It is hard to believe that it has been three weeks since the fall while I was hiking. The recovery has taken longer than I expected to be honest but some of that was probably not helped by time differences, traveling, and trying to see as much as I could while I was in France. * smiles *
I am so thankful to have been cleared to do a longer "hike" (no running or elevation gaining yet or strenuous exercise but still longer). Three miles felt like climbing a mountain as I still recover, but I am not taking this for granted at all. Thank you so much for all of your continued prayers and support for healing.
Y'all know I love cooking, and the summer time is a blessed time with very affordable foods- that are my favorites (give me all of the veggies!). To save money we also try to freeze a lot of things for the year. The cost of food - especially healthy food in the fall, winter, and spring months is so expensive that this has been a blessing to prepare this way for the year. This weekend we cooked up tons of tomatoes, onions, and garlic and froze in small containers to use as side dishes or to add to soups throughout the year.
We were so blessed by an amazing deal on so many tomatoes so we have more to do, but so blessed by this as it will provide so much for us during the coming months!
I am so excited to share more about mom's kids book series because it is seriously adorable. I have always loved her stories as a kid and as an adult, and I am so excited for the world to meet her characters who are amazing.
I am also so excited to be an adjunct professor this fall. Classes start today so this weekend (and last few months) have been lots of work on the classes. I am so so excited to be teaching again this fall in this small way right now.
Lastly... like many of you, there are a couple of things that are deep on my heart... private things that are woven into the center of my core that are with me throughout the days... if you are in that position I am thinking of you today...
Happy Monday friends, I hope it is the start to a wonderful week.
finding an apartment powerpoint with guided notes / personal finance resource /caravan sonnet shoppe on teachers pay teachers
Happy Monday friends! I am so excited to share with y'all an updated product that is the number one selling product and most popular product in the caravan sonnet shoppe at teachers pay teachers! This is a resource for personal finance teachers at the high school or college level and is truly a favorite! You can find it HERE!
The cost of living and finding and leasing an apartment is one of the most important topics to discuss with a personal finance student. Most students are not aware of how this affects their budget and this simple and yet powerful powerpoint with guided notes can bring this topic alive!
This resource contains 1 week of lecture slides, 16 engaging and animated different slides with colorful and animated sections and pictures, 32 pages of guided notes (3 options) and can be the basis of great discussion in your classroom. Best of all? This contains NO prep work for you and NO textbook is needed! The powerpoint can be used in powerpoint or can be easily converted into Google Slides for your convenience.
This resource covers a variety of topics including:
* Finding and Researching Apartments
* Budgeting for an Apartment
* Financial Aspects of Apartment Living
* 22 Hidden Apartment Costs
* Location Considerations
* Apartment Amenities
* Walk Throughs
* Specific Walk Through Considerations
* Negotiating Rent
* Final Lease Signing
If you would like to purchase this powerpoint you can find it HERE!
Thank you so much for all of your support of the shoppe! Thank you for sharing this with your teacher friends, your homeschool mamas and thank you for following along and just liking and favoriting items! Thank you again friends!
Happy Monday!
PS- If you have been around the blog for a while you may recognize some of the beautiful watercolor pictures that I created from my trip and time in Basel Switzerland that are placed in this powerpoint! If you missed reading about that trip you can find it HERE! The colors in the powerpoint were inspired by my time there!
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