Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ape Genius

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils watch a video and discuss the research on the intelligence of apes. In this primate lesson, students view a NOVA video about ape intelligence. They work in groups to take notes on the observations and conclusions of researchers...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

From Genomes of Species

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate genomic research being done and its potential for understanding, treating, and possibly curing human genetic conditions. The potential of proteomic research as a companion to the work being done with genomics is...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Rainforest Rescue

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students explore threats to diversity in the Central African rainforest. They use a guided website to research animals that are threatened with extinction, examine human uses of the rainforest and think about what they can do to help...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Endangered Species of Africa Word Search

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this word search worksheet, students find 13 names of endangered species listed in the word bank. Words can be spelled in any direction including diagonally.
Handout
San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Bonobo

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides extensive information about the bonobo, including the differences between bonobos and chimpanzees. A video and photos are also provided.
Website
University of Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Primate Research Center: Primate Info Net

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about primates, includes links to primate centers and organizations. Find out about the International Directory of Primatology. Click into "Resources on Primatology" and then "About the Primates" to get to primate-specific...
Website
Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: All About Apes

For Students 1st - 5th
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.