This site offers great lesson plans, games, projects and many other neat tools for teachers to use in the classroom and for students to explore on their own.
Census maps of population: Population over Time and Distribution of slaves in 1860.
Through the Decades section: This section includes lesson plans, maps, classroom resources, and games.
Fast Facts give paint a picture of the United States both statistically and culturally.
Great reference tool Barb! I like the "Through the Decades" Fast Facts section, this would be a great extension activity for kids that are history buffs and like to collect this kind of detail.
Spend, share, and save. Students can learn the difference between wants and needs. Lessons on earning and spending money. Also lessons on paying taxes. Great sight for teachers. as well as games for students.
Name games, get to know you activities, and trust and teamwork activities are great ways to break the ice and to build rapport with fellow teachers in your building.