“Calculations and Palpations” is a free textbook for use by introductory Biological Anthropology Laboratory professors and students in all non-commercial contexts (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0).

31 JULY 2025 UPDATE: As promised, “Calculations and Palpations” is ready! However, I’m labelling this “version 1.0” as there are several websites/sources currently omitted that I will include in a “version 1.1” as soon as the appropriate copyright permissions come through. Eager to begin? Please download all 329 pages using the link to the right (for free!)—>

As shared before, “Calculations and Palpations” is unique among existing available Bio Anth Lab OER texts. “C&P” stands out in that it offers original comprehensive laboratory exercises (and linked topical OER background readings) on the appendicular and axial skeleton geared specifically toward the introductory Bio Anth Lab student. In addition, each chapter of “C&P” begins with a suggested list of lab materials, making lab set-up easy.

Get in touch! Email Lauren at CalculationsAndPalpations (at) g mail (dot) c om with questions / comments / constructive feedback.