Lesson Plan + Life Savers: My favorite tools to stay organized, energized, and ready for anything.
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Caffeine...because it is life!
Odds and Ends and Bits and Bobs
Chinese Language Students
Caffeine...because it is life!
I need various sources of caffeine throughout my day to keep me going. Here are some of my faves. (Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase.)
I recently tried this new energy drink by Starbucks and I love it!
Starbucks Iced Energy Drink, Tropical Peach, Zero Sugar, 12oz (12 Pack)
Nothing hits more like this coffee. If I am wanting a quick jolt of energy, I just chug this…black…and I am good to go.
Starbucks Nitro Cold Brew Black Unsweetened 9.6oz (8 Pack)
Love, love, love this. This is probably the energy drink I am buying the most of right now.
Alani Nu ORANGE KISS Energy Drink 24 Pack
This is my protein of choice to add to my coffee when I want to last a bit longer in my day without eating. Teaching can be so busy!!
Premier Protein Shake Vanilla 30g Protein 12 Pack
Anything from Starbucks keeps me happy.
Starbucks
I'll let you in on a secret….as much as I love Starbucks, I think Dunkin has the better coffee. Shhhhhhh!
Dunkin'
Odds and Ends and Bits and Bobs
This is just a little mix of random things that help me out. Nothing exciting, but they keep me moving and grooving as a teacher.
Sometimes you just need extra space. This helps keep me organized.
Simple Houseware 3-Tier Slim Rolling Cart
I don't think this requires and explanation😂
Amazon Basic Care Extra Strength Acetaminophen 500mg, 100 Count
I am on my third one of these planners. I am very particular on what I want in a planner and this meets all of my specifications.
Monthly Planner July 2025-June 2027, 9x11, Spiral
I just really loved the colors of these pencils. Very aesthetic!
Four Candies 6PCS Pastel Mechanical Pencils Set
I like to use this just as some random decor in the background of my Zoom sessions with students.
Werich Welcome Back to School Banner Set
I love the variety of PopSockets found here. I like using PopSockets to prop my phone up as I am teaching live sessions. (I am an online teacher.)
PopSockets
A no-brainer for when I have nothing planned!
TPT
Chinese Language Students
I teach students from China for fun. These are just a few things that help me.
I love using these cards when asking students how they are doing. It improves their vocabulary and gives them a nice visual of an emotion.
Lachilly Emotions Flashcards, 15 Cards, 28 Words
I loved using these with my younger Chinese students.
10Pcs Soft Plush Animal Finger Puppets
Language companies want you to look professional while teaching so these collared shirts come in real handy.
TICTICMISS Women's V Neck Polo Shirt
Jellycat has some great stuffed items that help engage students online.
