American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Relative Scarcity: Apes on the Edge
Over the past fifty years the population of the great apes around the world has diminished rapidly. Statistics and reasons of their decline is the focus of this article and its resources.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: All About Apes
Provides a basic overview of the different ape families, along with an in-depth study of each kind of ape. Pictures, charts, and stories are provided.
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...
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo
Here is the National Zoological Park right at our fingertips. Students will find many things to explore at this colorful and engaging site. Any study of animals will have a successful start here. Chances are students can catch their...
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]
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.
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Gorilla
This resource presents detailed information about the gorilla, including several photos and an audio clip. [1:52]
Bagheera
Bagheera: Orangutan
This site takes a look at the unique characteristics and history of the orangutan. Special focus is given to the causes of endangerment, as well as conservation efforts currently underway. Relevant learning activities can also be found...
Other
Koko: The Gorilla Foundation
The Gorilla Foundation promotes the protection, preservation and propagation of gorillas. Learn about gorillas, including basic gorilla life and the politics of extinction, as well as a "biography" of Koko, the signing gorilla.
Other
Tahperd: Cerebral Palsy Fact Sheet [Pdf]
This fact sheet provides information on Cerebral Palsy, including a definition, explanation of different types, characteristics, and suggestions for teaching students with Cerebral Palsy. A great guide for teachers.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: The Nobel Prize in Literature 1936: Eugene O'neill
Read about the winner of the 1936 Nobel Prize in Literature, Eugene Gladstone O'Neill, who was honored "for the power, honesty and deep-felt emotions of his dramatic works, which embody an original concept of tragedy." This website is...