TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Evolution's Gift of Play, From Bonobo Apes to Humans
Learn about our similarity to apes, and how they solve their problems so peacefully at times but humans, the more "advanced" species, can behave so primitively. [7:02]
Other
Becoming Human: Comparison of Human and Ape Chromosones
Have you ever wondered how closely we are related to other primates? Join this chromosone comparison adventure to compare the banding patterns of human chromosones to those of apes.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs
The full text of the novel Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Register for a free account to unlock annotation tools, printing, and more.
Open Library of the Internet Archive
Open Library: Tarzan of the Apes
This ebook version of Edgar Rice Burroughs's "Tarzan Of The Apes" has been made available in multiple formats by the Open Library. Editions of the full novel, organized by year of publication, may be accessed here.
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Uncivil Civilization in "The Hairy Ape" Lesson
Various activities, discussions and assignments are suggested by this lesson plan that is designed for upper level high school students, particularly those in AP or IB programs.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Apes to Man
This lesson plan explores the primates in the African savannas that were the first animals to walk erect (bipedalism), which is a milestone in human evolution.
DOGO Media
Dogo News: The Real Life King Kong
Article reports on the circumstances that may have led to the extinction of real-life giant apes. Includes video.
Globio
Glossopedia: Primates
Primates are a group of mammals that include apes, humans, monkeys, and prosimians. Primate characteristics and anatomy are explored, as well as life cycles, behavior and diet. Human impacts on other primate species have been...
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: The Question of Primate Language
Alex Hawes's article deals with a variety of topics related to primates language and communication skills. Several of the topics covered in the article include Animal Linguists, When Monkey Talks People Listen, Ape Bilinguists, and more.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Humans and Primates
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The great apes are the members of the biological family Hominidae, which includes four living genera: chimpanzees, gorillas, humans, and orangutans. Learn more about...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Smart Are Orangutans?
Along with humans, orangutans belong to the Hominidae family tree, which stretches back 14 million years. Lu Gao shares some amazing facts about these incredibly intelligent great apes from Asia. [4:33]
Other
English to Go: "Animal Apps"
An article about the US and Canadian zoos using apps to teach apes is a springboard for this creative activity. Pre-reading questions, the article from Reuters, and follow-up summary in addition to grammar exercises make up a complete...
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Apes in the Kitchen
An image of "Apes in the Kitchen", created by David the Younger Teniers, c. 1645 (Oil on canvas transferred from wood, 36 x 51 cm).
Cengage Learning
Houghton Mifflin College: Eugene O'neill
The site is devoted to the study of "The Hairy Ape." The questions are very good and related links are embedded in the text.
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Boy Lighting a Candle in the Company of an Ape and a Fool
An image of "An Allegory with a Boy Lighting a Candle in the Company of an Ape and a Fool (Fabula)", created by El Greco from 1577-79 (Oil on canvas, 65 x 90 cm).
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Boy Lighting a Candle in the Company of an Ape and a Fool
An image of "An Allegory with a Boy Lighting a Candle in the Company of an Ape and a Fool (Fabula)", created by El Greco from 1589-92 (Oil on canvas, 67,3 x 88,6 cm).
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Apes (From the Artist's Sketchbook)
An image of "Apes (from the artist's sketchbook)", created by Pisanello, c. 1430 (Drawing).
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Britannica Kids: Ape of Good Hope Map
A map of the Cape of Good Hope.
DOGO Media
Dogo News: Orangutans May Soon Challenge Visitors to Tetris
Article reports on new ways technology is being used to provide stimulation for great apes in zoos. Includes video.
Other
Aaas Science News: Week of 2 24 14: Elephants Console Each Other
Article reports on findings from a recent study that elephants display empathy and console one another when upset. This behavior was previously thought to be unique to apes and humans. Includes a brief video [0 mins, 50 sec].
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Going Ape Over Sat Vocab!
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this flipchart students have the opportunity to review SAT vocabulary.
Curated OER
Bbc Nature: Prehistoric Life: Australopithecus
Graphic image of the ape-man ancestor of humans, Australopithecus.
Other
Bonobo Conservation Initiative: What Is a Bonobo?
This resource provides information about Bonobos.
Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg: Jungle Tales of Tarzan by Edgar Rice Burroughs
The entire, original Jungle Tales of Tarzan, formatted for online reading.
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