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Free Editable Thinking Maps Templates for Teachers

Thinking maps are some of the most common teaching materials used in schools. These maps are used as presentation material for an audience or simply as a chart that contains various information about a topic. There are eight types of these maps, and each are designed for a specific purpose and offers its own benefits. With that being said, if you want to know more about think maps, then you are on the right page. Read on to learn more about these map types and where you can find some of them.

Thinking Map Types

Double bubble map, multi-flow map.

The first type and probably the simplest thinking maps type is the Circle Map . As the name suggests, it is a circle in shape. It is most commonly used for brainstorming sessions as it is perfect for capturing the free flow of information. Aside from that, it is the most straightforward map that you can draw with just a pen and paper. To create one, draw a circle and then write the topic inside it. After that, draw a bigger circle around the first one and then write all available information about the matter inside it. Lastly, draw a square around the larger circle, and write down your sources for the information you shared.

The next type of map that you can use is Bubble Map . This type of diagram is commonly used for analyzing a certain topic using adjectives. In general, it is perfect for character development discussions. The central topic is encircled in a bubble and connected to other bubbles, as many as you like. After that, fill each supporting bubble with adjectives describing the central topic. You can also use this map when introducing a new lesson in class, just like most teachers do.

For a chart that shows a sequence or order, take advantage of Flow Maps . This map is probably the most recognizable among other types of thinking maps. This is because it is widely-used when providing step-by-step instructions, which is its primary function. A flow map or flow chart is also one of the most detailed maps that you can use because you can add various other things like images to each column. If you want to create one, start by creating a box and fill it up with the central topic. Then add succeeding boxes and fill them out with information of steps in a logical order.

A brace map is often used for showing different components of a physical object. Unlike other thinking maps, a brace map is solely used for breaking down parts and cannot be used for abstract ideas. This map is great for showing and explaining how each component works to make up the central topic. So for example, if you want to break down the components of a Television, start with it as the primary topic. After that, use braces to identify each part of the entire Television device.

The tree map is frequently seen on bulletin boards and other public notice boards. The most recognizable feature of this map is its well-structured form. This map prioritizes the most important information at the top and trickles down to less necessary details as it flows downward. It is perfect for showing a company or organizational hierarchy or sorting out information according to their categories. Overall, it is one of the most useful thinking maps that you can easily create.

The name of the double bubble map is self-explanatory. The principle is the same as with the previous bubble diagram. You create two separate bubble maps with different topics and find the similarities between the two topics using overlapping bubbles. Upon a closer look, a double bubble map resembles a Venn diagram, only more organized and easier to understand.

Multi-flow maps are commonly used to show causal relationships of events and such. This map is simple and easy to understand, making it perfect for school presentations and public forums. Apart from that, this map is versatile enough that you can use it to show only the cause without the effect and vice-versa. However, the whole point of using a multi-flow map is to show the relationship between the central topic and the cause or effect and not the other way around.

Finally, we have the Bridge Map . Similar to the double bubble map, a bridge map shows the relationship between two or more topics. The similarity ends there because the purpose of this map is to make analogies between different ideas. The map is also not easily readable if you are a beginner because every part corresponds to a different meaning. On the other hand, once you get used to this map, it’ll be easier for you to determine analogies and get the main idea of every bridge map you encounter. Aside from that, you can use this thinking map to create fill-in-the-blank exercises for students.

Using a thinking map is not a new concept for educators and students. However, knowing which map to use at a certain point in time is crucial for a successful lesson. That is why we provided you with all the different forms of thinking maps, and the proper way to use them. This will guide you later on whenever you need to use a map.

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Thinking maps – 8 free templates and how to use them

Eight thinking map PDF templates, plus PDF lesson plan

If you’re still only using sheets of differentiated questions to develop reading comprehension, it’s time to update your practice with thinking maps, says Nikki Gamble…

It’s 10am on Monday and the literacy lesson in Green class is in full swing. The children are well-organised and appear to be working purposefully on the task at hand.

Each child has a photocopied passage (differentiated for various reading abilities). They work through a set of related questions that address the old assessment focuses.

Answers are written neatly in an English exercise book. As I ask one child what she is doing, she explains, “It’s a comprehension”.

Perhaps this practice sounds familiar to you.

It has certainly been a well-established way of teaching, stretching back to the beginning of the last century – but is it an approach we should still be using, especially as we now know so much more about developing  reading comprehension ?

Assessing background knowledge with thinking maps

Using thinking maps for deeper learning, the benefits of thinking maps as visual tools, example teaching sequence with thinking maps, thinking maps heroes and villains ks2 lesson plan.

A group of schools in Richmond has been focusing on developing reading comprehension in the upper primary years using well researched, evidence-based teaching strategies.

One of the key elements has been the use of visual organisers to structure the thinking process of children.

This visual representation approach allows classroom teachers to assess pupils’ prior knowledge and understanding. They can then plan the appropriate next steps so that learning is both deepened and accelerated.

At one of the participating schools,  East Sheen Primary , thinking maps (developed by Dr David Hyerle) are used across the whole curriculum by every child from Reception to Year 6.

The school uses eight thinking maps in total, and each is used to develop a different thought process.

The space around the thinking map is called the ‘frame of reference’. Here we record how we came to know the information recorded on each map. Did we, for example, learn this from reading the book, watching a video, or from teachers and parents?

This encourages school students to be reflective about what they are learning. They need to consider not only what they know, but also how they know it, and the relationships between ideas.

In terms of reading, this is an introduction to identifying sources, which older children can develop further by making judgements about the reliability and validity of those sources.

Here are the eight thinking maps being used by East Sheen Primary. It’s important to decide which type of thinking map best suits your objective. 

Download the eight thinking map templates at the top of this page.

Used for:  Defining in context

For example: In the inner circle, write what you want to define – eg traditional tales. Then, in the outer larger circle, record in writing or pictures everything you know about this subject.

Used for:  Describing

For example: In the middle circle, write or draw the person or object you are describing. Use the outer circles to record adjectives that describe the central person/object.

Double bubble map

Used for:  Compare and contrast

For example: Write character names in the middle two circles. Use the circles that link to both for noting similarities. Use the circles linking to only one character to note differences.

Used for:  Sequencing

For example: With a story, eg Little Red Riding Hood, use the main boxes to sequence what happens in that story. Use the smaller boxes to add additional information, such as describing how the characters are feeling.

Multi-flow map

Used for:  Cause and effect

For example: In Romeo and Juliet, use the map to identify the causes and effects of the different events in this story.

Used for:  Classifying

For example: Identifying different themes within a story.

Used for:  Whole parts

For example: Identifying the parts of a story (beginning, middle and end), then breaking down each part into further components, eg ‘what makes up the beginning of a story?’.

Used for:  Seeing analogies

For example: Looking at the factor that links together villains in traditional tales.

Using the maps to support reading comprehension wasn’t well-established, but the potential was immediately obvious to East Sheen’s staff.

Year 6 teacher Carla Ruocco and literacy lead Debbie Canner set out to integrate thinking maps into reading lessons to examine the impact on children’s reading comprehension.

“As educators we are becoming more aware of the importance of children’s working memory,” says Carla.

“What we see is that as children become fluent with the use of thinking maps, they immediately know what type of thinking they require for the task at hand. That frees up more thinking capacity for the subject, rather than the process of recording.”

Debbie and Carla also extended the use of the maps by introducing colour coding. Each time the children revisited a map throughout a sequence of lessons, they used a different colour for recording.

In this way the children could demonstrate changes in thinking. When sharing their maps with other groups, the class or the teacher, children needed to explain and justify these changes.

1 | Selecting the text

In this sequence, the teacher used a number of maps to support the children’s comprehension.

To begin, the children read a picture book for homework –  Memorial , written by Gary Crew and illustrated by Shaun Tan.

This thought-provoking book about the impact of war on four generations of an Australian family generated some deep, reflective responses amongst the class

2 | Recording ideas and first responses

After reading, the children recorded their initial responses on a circle map. They noted their first impressions, any questions they had about the text and anything they found strange or puzzling.

The teacher used the completed maps to initiate discussion in a guided reading session. The children then shared these thoughts.

Debbie and Carla noted that there was far less teacher talk than usual. Rather than being fed a series of predetermined questions, the children were able to reflect more on their own responses and to make connections both with their own experiences, and with other texts.

The children listened attentively to each other’s ideas and raised their own questions as they were confronted with different ways of thinking about the text.

3 | Going deeper

Revisiting the text is an important part of the process. It allows children to build on the ideas that they have started to formulate, and to search for their own answers to any questions or confusions they might have.

There can be a tendency to move children quickly through one text to the next, but if we do, this we can lose opportunities for deeper learning.

The children reviewed the book page by page, moving on to the next page only once there was a general consensus that the group had fully explored their ideas.

The children studied the pictures and the text, noticing details that had passed them by on the first reading. The teacher encouraged them to add any new questions or thoughts to their circle maps.

By using a different colour pen, it was clear how the children’s understanding had developed from their initial ideas at home as a result of the guided session.

4 | Expanding thinking

When developing reading comprehension, the role of the teacher is to work with children’s current understandings – to prompt and pose questions that enable them to make connections.

You should probe their understanding and help them become more explicit about their ideas, as well as being able to justify them, and help develop their cognitive thinking processes.

To help deepen their understanding of the book, the children used a double bubble map to compare and contrast two symbols that are used in the story to represent remembrance – a statue and a tree.

They completed this together – again with very little teacher input – with the map helping to clearly organise their thoughts.

In making their points, the teacher asked them to give a well-reasoned response, even though their answers differed from each other.

At the end of the session, the teacher asked children to summarise their understanding of the story and review their circle maps to see if they had any unanswered questions.

This revealed that children’s comprehension had deepened further. It also served as an assessment to see where teachers could expand this in the following session.

5 | Comparing texts

In preparation for the next session the children read a short story,  A World with No War , by David Almond. The school selected this as it has similar themes to  Memorial .

Following a brief discussion in which children voiced their first impressions, Debbie and Carla presented the tree map for the children to record any themes that they identified.

“We were very impressed with how, in completing the map, the discussion was focused and channelled,” they said.

“The children were not only able to identify the themes and justify their thoughts, but they also recognised the similarities with  Memorial  and made other connections with other familiar texts, such as  Romeo and Juliet .”

In the process of using thinking maps to develop reading comprehension, the teachers noticed that discussions in class needed much less of their input, yet remained focused.

They also noticed that, on the few occasions they did intervene, they were able to offer more thoughtful input, which could take the children’s thinking to a deeper level.

Children who were already familiar with this process from other subjects also commented favourably, saying that the maps helped them explain their thinking about challenging texts.

They also said that it would enable them to learn more independently in their reading groups.

Books to use alongside thinking maps

If you want to implement thinking maps into your class, here are some great World War 1 stories that work perfectly with this method:

• The Silver Donkey  by Sonya Hartnett (Walker Books)
• Line of Fire  by Barroux and Sarah Ardizzone (Phoenix Yard)
• Memorial  by Gary Crew and Shaun Tan (Hachette)
• A World with No War  by David Almond in  The Great War  (Walker Books)

Nikki Gamble runs  Just Imagine . For further information about Developing Excellence in Teaching Reading 7-14, contact  [email protected] .

Use thinking maps to explore both fictional and real-life goodies and baddies with this KS2 lesson plan from Russell Grigg and Helen Lewis…

‘Heroes and villains’ is an excellent topic to explore our rich and varied literary heritage, one of the aims of the English programme of study at KS2.

For this lesson plan, included in the download at the top of this page, Russell Grigg and Helen Lewis have drawn on the experiences of Sharon, a Y3 teacher at Deri View Primary in Abergavenny, who shows how she used a circle map, one of several thinking maps set out by academics Hyerle and Alper, to help children clarify their thinking about the topic and build a foundation for discussion and writing.

What they’ll learn

• Identify common characteristics of heroes and villains
• Clearly explain their ideas and where these come from
• Follow rules for classroom discussion; speaking, listening and responding to what people say

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What is a thinking map?

Thinking maps are a set of mind maps for kids that help to build their cognitive skills . Paired with mind mapping software, they can help expand the quality of the subjects being taught. The grade levels can range from K – 12 to help build lasting strategies for how children can learn. For example, a common visual language is taught alongside a cognitive process flow through the eight different variations. A thinking map helps the learning community by having these visual representations eventually become graphic patterns. 

This helps to answer a common question of what is visual learning ? It’s about learning through visual representation versus simply reading words out of a book. Why should you use visual diagrams ? It helps with problem-solving and can be completed as a group activity. This helps to foster critical thinking and have students approach problems step by step. Eventually, as we become adults, we can advance easily to consistently using a mind map diagram . 

It all starts with learning the fundamentals of abstract concepts and building them into these various concept maps. The learning community uses these graphic organizers of sorts, and many classrooms are seeing these more often. This had students making the connections themselves, and the sooner they learn it, the better for their cognitive processes.

What are the 8 types of thinking maps? 

One of the more common mind maps, a bubble map, is about expanding vocabularies. It works for all grade levels and helps students connect various words. Students use all their five senses to be as descriptive and logical as possible. It all starts from the center, with the core topic inside the main bubble. Then smaller bubbles break out that are related (such as adjectives to describe). Then those adjectives are described further, and so on. 

A Double Bubble Map is Another Handy Thinking Map

A double bubble map helps with the comparison of two ideas or things and is a useful example of graphic organizers. First, make a more complex bubble map. The start of a double bubble is with two big circles that have the topics for comparison. Words that relate to both bigger bubbles are on the inside. Words that contrast the two main topics are in small bubbles outside the larger bubbles. This is similar to a Venn diagram. 

The learning community uses a circle map as a way for students to help with definitions. Circle maps are excellent brainstorming diagrams . Any idea or thought can go in there. It’s about exploring a topic and assessing the knowledge of the classroom. You can use it to see how successful the teaching was and where there are pain points. The frame holds the circle with the overall topic. The inner circle contains the main topic, and there’s only one outer circle. Here students fill the circle map with their own knowledge.

Flowchart ( Flow Map )

Another excellent example of concept maps is flow maps, and they help the learning community teach in an iterative process. A flow map takes a step-by-step approach to different stages or events. It’s about ordering all the various data points and placing them in a logical flow. It can run from top to bottom or alternatively, left to right but will start with a main sequence or event. Then, each additional box is another sequence in that event connected by an arrow.

Multi-Flow Map

A multi-flow map will branch out the sequence of the event if it’s to map out alternative sequences or to show cause and effect as it’s happening. That means if action A happens, result B occurs, and so on. The central box shows the originating location. The causes of an event are on the left side, with the right side being all the subsequent effects. This helps to show visual patterns of causes and effects. A multi-flow map acts as a tool to help with predictions and problem-solving for the learning community.

A bridge map is all about finding connections in a common visual language. It helps to show similarities or relationships in regard to two different concepts. The students will write everything that’s relatable around the ‘bridges’. This is one of the concept maps that helps to show why relationships are important.

Regarding concept maps, a brace map is great for breaking down a thing, idea, or concept. The whole concept or object starts out at the left and is broken down into a more detailed picture. The brace will continue to break down the topics into more refined terms and concepts. In comparison, a treemap is one of the better graphic organizers for a better visual representation. Brace maps help build out more than just hierarchy and can be broken out into fresh concept maps.

A tree map is one of the types of graphic organizers students will commonly see. It’s a hierarchical approach with the main topic starting at the top of the treemap. The connection lines are formed to connect the primary idea to different subsets. It helps students provide a classification of attributes. At the same time, a tree map helps with the cognitive process and expanding vocabulary as well.

Working with the right tools for your thinking map

When building out any of these graphic organizers above, it’s all about having the right type of tool to help. A great mind map presentation tool or thinking maps tool is, of course, Mindomo. This tool helps to bring about numerous templates to easily help build out any of the 8 types of thinking maps. 

The best part is that this mind mapping software starts out free, with enough features for the best thinking maps you can build. There’s enough flexibility, and it’s also easy to share any of these maps with others. Sharing live can help with the overall experience and helps to make this one of the better group activities. Then they can be saved for future reference or as before and after examples. All of this is with the mindset of building up the cognitive skill set and consistently building out visual representations. 

Keep it smart, simple, and creative! The Mindomo Team

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Blog Graphic Design 5 Steps for Designing a Mind Map Presentation [+Examples]

5 Steps for Designing a Mind Map Presentation [+Examples]

Written by: Joan Ang Feb 08, 2022

Mind maps are great visual tools that can help you organize and link your ideas with one another.

Creating a mind map presentation can make way for a more seamless and coherent presentation flow and structure, which can help in engaging audiences better.

With this step-by-step guide on how to design a mind map presentation, you create impactful presentations using Venngage’s  Mind Map Maker and professionally designed mind map templates .

Click to jump ahead:

What are mind maps?

How to make a mind map presentation, why do you need a mind map for presentations, faqs about mind map presentations.

Mind maps are diagrams or illustrations with a core topic placed at the center from which different related ideas are generated.

In this  mind map example , the core topic is popular forms of marketing content, which led to other ideas like podcasts, blog posts, and webinars:

As humans, we do not organize information in hierarchical order. Rather, mental associations arise from different connection points in our brains to help us navigate a vast pool of information. Mind maps work the same way.

Because of all the lines that build from its center, a mind map is sometimes called a spider diagram or webbing concept.

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There are a number of ways you can create mind map presentations. You can use graphic design software, presentation software, or even specialized mind mapping software to effectively create a mind map.

How to make a mind map presentation on PowerPoint

Creating mind map presentations using PowerPoint can go one of two ways.

One way is through PowerPoint presentation templates . Luckily, PowerPoint and other Office apps now offer pre-designed templates. Simply search for mind map templates from the online template library then select and edit one based on your requirements.

The other way is through the SmartArt feature. This is much more complicated to do as there are no exact templates for mind maps in this feature.

From the SmartArt menu, simply choose ‘Hierarchy’ and then pick the Horizontal Multi-Level Hierarchy layout. From there, you can edit the text and shapes until you create a figure that looks like a mind map.

Instead of opting for a PowerPoint mind map, use a more intuitive tool like Venngage’s  Mind Map Maker . It has a wide collection of professional  mind map templates  that are tailored for various industries and can be easily customized for your presentation needs.

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How to make a mind map presentation on Venngage

To make a captivating mind map presentation with Venngage, follow these steps:

Step 1: Pick a template and place your central idea in the middle circle

By using a mind map template, you can directly input your ideas and skip the extra step of outlining a structure for your mind map.

The central idea is the main topic of your presentation. It is where the initial idea begins, and all the ideas that will be produced from the brainstorming process will be based on it.

A lot of mind maps have the same layout in which there is a big circle at the center, like in the template above. This makes it easy to find where you’re supposed to put the central idea as well as all the other elements.

You can also place the primary concept on the left of the diagram with ideas radiating out towards the right.

Step 2: Brainstorm main ideas to create branches in your mind map

Next, come up with key points that are directly related to your main topic and put them inside the slightly smaller nodes in your template.

These will serve as the main ideas or ‘branches’ that will make up the second level of information in your mind map.

Use the ‘Tidy’ feature from the Smart Editor to make sure that the nodes are evenly spaced and spread all around the central idea. Remember that mind maps are not designed to be content heavy so use only keywords or short phrases to describe ideas.

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Step 3: Identify supporting details and connect them to your main ideas

Now, to put together the third and final level of information in your mind map, think of additional details that support your main ideas.

The main ideas or branches can be further explored and divided into more components or ‘sub-branches’ to help you examine all aspects of your topic, like in this example.

Step 4: Connect all ideas together

Once you have filled in all the blanks in your mind map, it’s time to connect all the ideas for your  pitch deck design  together.

Add lines to connect the sub-branches to the main ideas, then another set of lines to connect the main ideas to your central idea. Do this until all elements are tied together, creating a single cohesive unit.

You can play around with the lines you use, like how this template used dashed lines to connect the ideas:

Step 5: Enhance your mind map design

Finally, to finish your mind map, add icons, images and graphics to the presentation. 

Add colors to the design from the color wheel or use the Venngage  My Brand Kit  feature to import your logos,  brand colors , and font.

Not only do visuals capture the attention of audiences better, but they also function as mental triggers that stimulate learning, so be sure to make your mind map as visually appealing as possible.

Here is an example of a well-designed mind map that utilized icons and color-coordinated sections:

Now all that’s left to do is to download your mind map. Venngage allows you to save your mind map as a PNG, PDF, or Microsoft PowerPoint file so you can easily integrate your presentation slides.

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The most powerful way to communicate your ideas is by visualizing them. And creating a mind map for your presentation lets you do just that.

With a mind map, audiences can see how different ideas relate to each other. Which makes it easier for them to understand the information you’re trying to deliver.

This makes mind maps a highly effective and valuable communication tool for professionals like creatives, marketers, and project managers. Here is an example of a mind map used for project planning:

Create a powerful visual design in minutes with Venngage’s smart  mind map templates . Click on any shape in your diagram and use the ‘+’ or ‘-’ to add more shapes or delete one.

How do you make a mind map on Word?

To make a mind map on Word, you can follow the same steps in using the SmartArt feature, although this may not be the most ideal way to produce a mind map presentation.

How many types of mind maps are there?

There are currently many different types of mind maps, some more popular than others. However, here are the 6 most common types:

• Simple mind map: A typical mind map in which main ideas or categories branch from a central idea.
• Concept map:  Illustrates relationships between concepts and follows a more complex, hierarchical structure.
• Flowchart:  A diagram that is used to visualize processes such as workflows and strategies.
• Dialogue map:  Used for diagramming meeting discussions.
• Double bubble map:  More popularly known as the Venn diagram, it shows similarities and differences between two sets of things.
• Tree map:  Used for organizing and classifying data.

What are the benefits of mind mapping for presentations?

Mind maps are great for presentations because:

• They are easy to create and easy to understand
• Mind map presentations are more attractive and attention-grabbing
• They promote visual order in your presentation design
• They keep content concise and to the point

Mind map presentations also let audiences see the ‘big picture’ by showing your presentation as a whole instead of just a series of slides. They can help you give listeners a full learning experience by providing visual support to your lecture.

Mind maps can be used for different types of presentations, especially for  creating a pitch deck . A pitch deck is used to present your idea or company to potential investors. Using a mind map for your pitch deck allows you to display a comprehensive view of the components that make up your idea or business proposal .

A mind map presentation improves how you communicate ideas to audiences

Using mind maps is an effective presentation strategy because they can capture the interest of your audience and help them understand information better.

With Venngage’s smart templates, you can easily create outstanding mind map presentations. 

Now you can transform your next presentation and make mind maps that your audiences will follow.

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Thinking Maps in Slides, Post in Classroom

Thinking maps are helpful when organizing and elaborating ideas. In my classroom I like to put our alphabet thinking maps along the perimeter of the room, but all the other ones go into ONE Google Slides presentation. (Well, technically I took pictures of the alphabet thinking maps and put them in a slides presentation as well). ALL thinking maps get put into Google Classroom to support the kids when they are writing, wherever they are in the classroom or even at home. The struggle is real for a kid when the thinking map is posted on the other side of the room, or the font is not big enough to see from far away. However, when the kids can access the thinking maps on their device, they have closer viewing access.

Thinking Maps Template

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The template includes 8 different map layouts (with a few variations). The thinking maps also include an area for the Frame of Reference, which supports the kids in thinking about what the main idea is, why the information on the map is important, the source(s) in which the information came from, and what is influencing the information on the map. Learn more about thinking maps at thinkingmaps.com . I also found this PDF that goes more in detail about the Frame of Reference helpful.

The nice thing about the thinking map layouts is that you can have an INFINITE amount because you can just keep inserting more!

Create Thinking Maps Live Time with Kids

Hopefully it doesn’t come off as a surprise that we should be facilitating a group brainstorm when creating a thinking map. We eventually want the kids to do this independently, so it helps to literally go through the process of creating them digitally. I wish I would have recorded the brainstorm my kids did the other day about animals they like, but I made a video of how I started off the discussion:

The benefit in doing a group brainstorm is the kids can hear and see (the visuals on the map) their classmates’ ideas. When you have a good prompt that students are interested in, the brainstorm can go AWHILE (as in 10 minutes…which is amazing for kinders who can barley sit that long), AND more kids will want to respond. With the animal topic my quiet kids felt brave to contribute and my English Learners grasped what we were talking about and shared an animal that they knew. I also had a kiddo close to tears because I was running out of space on the slide and he hadn’t shared yet. Then I referenced a quote from Alice Keeler and said, “Slides are free, we can make a new one!”

Share in Google Classroom

You can include the link to the thinking maps slides into an assignment and/or post it in the About tab in Google Classroom. I like to draw my students attention to when they are going to use them, so I include the presentation in assignments in the Stream. When sharing the slides in Classroom, you can leave the default option of  Students can view file .

As I mentioned earlier in the post, I use ONE Google Slides presentation for ALL the thinking maps. Why separate the thinking maps in their own docs when the kids can reference previous ones when they are writing? If kids know how and where to access and reference information, they will! I don’t want my kids to have to go hunting for that one assignment with that one thinking map. This is also why it is helpful to post the slides with the thinking maps in the About tab as well.

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Types of Thinking Maps and How They Work (With Examples)

What are Thinking Maps

A thinking map is a learning method, which could visualize learners’ thinking and abstract thoughts with concrete visuals. Specifically, the thinking map can help learners to organize their ideas and information effectively.

Moreover, learners could connect their pieces of information in an easier way. This could improve their comprehension. Usually, a thinking map works in the creative and thinking process. In school education, teachers in primary and secondary schools use this map a lot for the teaching process.

The 8 Types of Thinking Maps

There are eight types of graphic representation based on uses’ different purposes, and each thinking map requires users a cognitive skill and a strong logic mind. All of the thinking maps could be combined creatively.

• Multi-Flow Map
• Double Bubble Map

1: Circle Map – brainstorming topic

A circle map is an effective approach for users to understand a specific topic in both individual and group activities. There are two circles: the inside one and the larger one. The inside circle is the main topic or thoughts, while the larger circle surrounded usually responds with connections and definitions to the main topic.

This map is used to connect the simple idea or brainstorm learners’ minds before the complicated plans. For example, what do learners want to learn IG stories in the inside topic? Some thoughts and questions can be written around this topic in the larger circle. This brainstorming way is the circle map we called.

Overall, it is a great way to open and retain more information at the beginning of a given subject.

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2: Bubble Map – Describing subjects

Bubble maps are a tool to describe a subject using adjectives. This could make learners think more in-depth about a given topic, so in school, students could identify and summary the related adjectives for the subjects, such as animals. It is also useful for students to describe a situation or character from a fictional book in the classroom.

Another reason to use this map is to set the user’s goal. This map could break down the final goal into pieces. Throughout piecing the final goal, it is effective for users to achieve step by step. For example, the goals for the rest of the year are divided into six smaller goals, and each sub-goal can guide me more specifically and concisely.

Overall, this characteristic of the bubble map describes and supports your center topic with more details.

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3: Flow Map – Ordering and sequencing

The flow map aims to visualize a process and progression. Information and steps of the process can be labeled and identified well and specifically.

This map could also guide people step by step to get access to some entrances or destinations if people need to find their way. In school, the flow map could guide parents and children to registration in school open days.

Overall, the flow map could help users to represent a series of instructions.

4: Multi-Flow Map – Analyzing reason and results

The multi-flow map focuses on the analysis of reason and results. The left rectangles represent the causes, while the right one shows the possible effects.

On some occasions, effects also can be one of the contributions, which creates a feedback loop. Therefore, a multi-flow map is a good way to analyze an event, figuring out the main factors and possible impacts.

For instant, air pollution would produce acid rain and damage human respiratory organs like the lungs. Also, the ozone layer can be broken. All of this is because of the pollution exhaust from factories and cars, and the overuse of mine resources.

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5: Brace Map – identifying the components

Brace map aims to the relationship between the parts and the whole subject. Compared to the treemap, the brace map tends to organize and conceptualize the components of the whole topic. However, the abstract thoughts and ideas cannot be included because the brace map only takes account of the real objects or situations.

In school, science teachers could prepare the experience tools based on this brace map because this map could show every component of the experience needed. Another example is the parts of the plant in biology class. The plant separates into three parts, and each part includes more things. Children could understand the parts of a plant in an organized and clear way.

Overall, a brace map is a tool to instruct people, including components of certain subjects.

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6: Treemap – Classifying and organizing

Like the taxonomy map, the treemap organizes information so that people could classify the objects by the connections with the main categories. Usually, the main topic is on the top, and the relevant information just lists below.

Students could learn a group of animal families and other mammal families by this treemap in primary school. It is very helpful for students to organize and remember basic knowledge.

Another example is the English learning. Learners could see the different types of verbs and find the connections between these verbs. Overall, a treemap could help users to order the information and sum it up.

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7: Double Bubble Map – Comparing and contrasting

The double bubble map puts two bubble maps together so that users can compare the differences and similarities easily. The combined shadows are the similarities, while the differences are in each left part of the circles.

Compared to a Venn diagram, the double bubble map is more visualized and organized because the bullet points are listed separately. School students often use double bubble maps for literature analysis.

The characters and the situation, as well as the plots in similar types of novels, can be compared. What similar experiences make them successful, and what differences make them have different life ends. Overall, the double bubble map does a great job in comparison and connections.

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8: Bridge Map – Seeing similarities

The bridge map helps users to find the similarities and connections between objects by comparison. It is natural for people to learn new things by connecting to prior knowledge. In this situation, analogy skills are very important.

This map builds the bridge between the new and the old things so that people can quickly find the connections and master it. The example is the connections between daily food and nutrition terms. For children, the knowledge that oranges include vitamin C can be delivered to students quickly in a strong and impressive way.

Overall, the bridge map connects people’s previous knowledge to the new one.

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How to Create a Thinking Map

Step 1 : thinking of your purpose and usage of a thinking map.

Step 2 : choosing a certain mode of thinking map to match your purposes.

Step 3 : typing the context you needed.

Step 4 : after typing, keep it and quickly download the format.

For example:

My purpose is to know what information my students want to have, so I choose the circle map as the approach.

The topic in my bubble map is course names such as animal learning, so the inside circle is animal learning, and the bigger circle, my students, can write anything they want to know. After this, I could design my class based on the information they are interested in.

In this case, students would be more engaged in the learning and teaching process because the context is their interest.

Lots of examples can support the benefits of thinking maps to users, and each type of thinking map has its focus and advantages. Speaking, thinking maps help users to simplify their knowledge and organize their minds. In the classroom, teachers should be encouraged to use each type so that the knowledge can be visualized and simplified. Finally, academic performance would definitely be better than before.

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Anete Ezera May 22, 2024

When we’re coming up with new ideas for a project, it’s common for our minds to become crowded with information, and this can sometimes get overwhelming and make it hard to get our points across in our finished project. One way to simplify the process of brainstorming is to use a mind map. This allows us to jot down our ideas as and when we get them, so they’re visualized for us to look back on when we’re building projects. Let’s take a closer look at what a mind map is, and what it’s used for, and give some cute, creative mind map ideas from Prezi that might come in handy for your next project. 

What is a mind map, exactly? 

A mind map comes in handy for many things. Whether it’s brainstorming, planning for a project, or revising for a test. The main structure of a mind map is to start with a central idea, with subtopics that branch out from the main idea. As you gather more information, you can add it to the mind map quickly so you don’t lose your train of thought. Let’s look more closely at the elements of a mind map. 

Central idea

At the heart of every mind map is the central idea. This main topic or concept sits at the center of your diagram. From here, all other ideas and themes will branch out. The central mind map idea acts as the anchor, guiding the direction of your thoughts and the overall structure of the mind map.

Branches grow outward from the central idea, each representing a main theme or category related to your topic. These lines link the central idea to various subtopics, illustrating how different pieces of information are connected. As more branches are added, the structure begins to look like a tree, which helps to visually organize and categorize the information.

Keywords are placed along the branches and are crucial for keeping your mind map concise. These are typically single words or short phrases that capture the essence of the subtopics. Keywords help you quickly recall detailed information and keep the mind map focused and clear.

Sub-branches

Sub-branches stem from the main branches and break down the information into more specific topics. This allows for a deeper exploration of each theme. By dividing complex information into smaller, manageable parts, sub-branches make it easier to study and understand your subject matter.

Colors and images

Using colors and images for your mind map ideas can boost its effectiveness. Colors can differentiate between categories, helping to keep the mind map organized and visually engaging. Images and symbols can represent ideas, acting as visual cues that enhance memory and recall.

Uses of mind maps

Mind maps are a great way to organize your thoughts. Here are some common ways to use them and why they work so well. 

Brainstorming

If you’re a student or educator, brainstorming might be something you do regularly. Whether you need to write a big paper, work on a group project, or take part in class discussions, mind maps are a great way to note down your thoughts. 

The best way to brainstorm is to start with your main idea in the center, and then branch out with your thoughts as they come to mind. For example, you might create branches for supporting details or examples that back up your main points. 

For group projects, you could use a mind map to divide tasks and assign responsibilities. Topics could be color-coded for each participant, so it’s clear who is doing which parts of the project. Mind maps are also a great tool for tracking progress, as you can always look back at them and check off sections as they’re completed. 

Lastly, mind maps are great for classroom brainstorming. A teacher might give the main idea or topic, which then provokes students to come up with thoughts, opinions, or ideas related to the subject. As each student gives their thoughts, it can be added to the map, showing how each opinion intertwines and connects to the main idea. 

Note-taking 

The great thing about choosing a mind map to take notes is that it structures the information in a way that’s easy to read and remember. With traditional note-taking, it can be hard to find key bits of information when looking back through your notes. But, with a mind map, all the information is visible and separated into sections so it’s easier to digest and revise. 

In a lecture, you could put the main topic in the center, and as the lecture goes on, you could draw branches for each key point the professor talks about. You could then add smaller branches for details and examples. This forms a visual representation of the lecture that you can always refer back to. 

For example, if you’re in a history class, put the main event in the center. Then, branch out with key events, important figures, dates, and outcomes. This helps you see the big picture and understand how everything fits together.

When it’s time to review your notes, a mind map makes it easy to see the main ideas and how they connect. This is really helpful for studying and writing papers. Using colors and images can also make your notes more engaging and easier to remember.

Mind maps also encourage you to interact with the material as you organize it, which can improve your understanding and memory. This method can make your study time more effective and enjoyable.

Problem-solving

Mind maps might come in handy for breaking down issues into smaller, more manageable parts. You could start by placing the main problem in the center of your page. From there, you can create branches that explore the possible causes, effects, and solutions.

Dealing with a group project that isn’t going smoothly? Write the main problem in the center. Then, branch out into different areas like communication issues, task distribution, and time management. Each of these branches can be further broken down into more specific details, such as missed deadlines or unclear instructions.

Seeing everything laid out in a mind map helps you understand how different factors are connected. It also makes it easier to think through various scenarios and consider different angles you might have missed with a traditional list.

Mind maps are also great for brainstorming solutions. As you add potential fixes, you can quickly see which ones might work best and how they relate to the causes and effects you’ve identified. This visual and flexible method is a handy tool for tackling tough issues.

Mind maps are great tools for planning projects, events, or daily tasks. Start with your main goal in the center. From there, create branches for each task you need to complete. Add sub-branches for deadlines and the resources you’ll need.

For example, if you’re planning a school project, put the project name in the center. Branch out with tasks like research, writing, and creating a presentation. Under each task, note the deadlines and any materials you need.

Mind maps are great for personal planning too. For example, if you need to plan for an upcoming birthday party, you can branch off with important points like venue, guest list, decorations, food, etc. Under each branch, add sub-branches with specific details. For example, under ‘food’ you include ideas for types of food. Visual mapping like this helps you see all the details at a glance and ensures you don’t forget anything

Mind maps can make the process of studying a lot easier by organizing information in a clear way. Whether you’re in school, college, or just studying to learn something new, mind maps are a great way to condense chapters from a textbook, review your class notes, or even outline key concepts for exams. 

For example, if you’re studying a chapter of a book, you could make the center of your mind map the title of the chapter. You could then branch off with all the key points from the chapter, including characters, events, and timelines. By using mind maps in this way, you can refresh your memory without having to re-read whole chapters. This would come in handy as a last minute review before an exam too. 

When you come up with mind map ideas it also helps you to remember what you’ve learned because as you’re arranging the information, your mind will actively process it, which aids in better retention of what you’re studying. 

Sharing ideas and information 

Mind maps are handy for more than just personal use. They can be used to share ideas clearly in many different environments.

Teachers can use mind maps to help students see how different concepts are connected. In the workplace, mind maps can be useful in meetings. They help present ideas in a clear and interactive way. Instead of listing points one after another, a mind map shows the main idea and related points at once. This makes it easier for team members to follow the discussion.

When presenting, mind maps can illustrate your thought process. Tools like Prezi allow you to create presentations that zoom in and out of different parts of the mind map, keeping the audience engaged. For example, if outlining a project plan, start with the project name in the center and branch out to tasks, timelines, and resources.

Using mind maps in presentations helps everyone see the big picture and understand how different ideas connect. This makes information easier to understand and remember.

By incorporating mind maps into teaching or work presentations, you can make your ideas clearer and your sessions more interactive. This method helps students, colleagues, and team members grasp and retain information better, making your presentations and meetings more effective.

Prezi: a platform for turning your mind map ideas into a presentation

Prezi is a platform where you can create presentations that are different from traditional slide shows. With Prezi, you can zoom in and out of a large canvas to show how different points connect to form the bigger picture, perfect for mind mapping. 

A useful feature of Prezi is its large selection of templates . These templates are perfect for formatting mind maps and turning them into presentations. Prezi also has a vast catalog of examples , where you can access other Prezi presentations that have been created by real users. This is a great way to seek inspiration for turning your mind map ideas into an engaging presentation. Also, you can reuse the presentations created by other users so you don’t have to start from a blank page.

Whether you’re a student, teacher, or working professional, Prezi is a place where you can easily organize your mind map ideas and share them in a way that’s visually appealing. 

Mind map ideas for students and professionals

To showcase how useful Prezi can be for your mind map ideas, here are some presentation templates that would serve as great foundations for your mind map.

Science – Cranium (AI Assisted)

This template begins with a title slide, which would be a good place to put your main mind map idea. This shows your audience what the main topic is and gives them an idea of what the rest of the presentation might entail. As the template moves from point to point, it gives prompts as to what information you should add. For example, the second frame says “Introduce your first point” and so on. This is an easy way to move your mind map ideas from paper to presentation format. 

Whiteboard (AI Assisted)

Similarly to the previous template, this template also gives you prompts throughout so you know where to add each section of information. What’s really useful though, is that it also provides tips for each frame, such as when to keep your words short and punchy to keep the audience engaged. This template would be great for users who lack experience in presentation making, as it essentially gives a step-by-step guide for inputting mind map ideas. 

Sales Plan Presentation Template

Ideal for businesses, this template effectively transitions from one point to the next with the aim of explaining how a main goal is going to be met. The main goal would be your main mind map idea, and as the presentation flows from one point to the next, you would input the ideas from each branch of your mind map. 

Constellations (AI Assisted)

This pre-set constellation template in Prezi is a great choice for showcasing mind map ideas. It’s set out in a way where a central idea connects with various subtopics, hence the constellation theme. You can start with your main idea in the center and branch out to related points, just like a mind map. This makes it easy for your audience to follow your thought process and see the connections between different ideas. 

Personal Story (AI Assisted)

This Prezi template would be good for both students and businesses. It’s designed in a way that tells a story by moving through a visual journey. For students, you could use this template to talk about yourself personally and your academic journey and ideas. For businesses, you could use this template as a sales pitch, showcasing your business ideas and what you stand for. All you’d have to do is take your mind map ideas and input them into the relevant sections in the template. 

These Prezi templates show just how immersive and interesting your mind map ideas can be when you transform them into a presentation. Not only does having a pre-set template make the process easy for you, but it makes sharing your thoughts and ideas more exciting and engaging for everyone involved. 

Mind map ideas: Inspiration from Prezi

If you’re still unsure about how to turn your mind map ideas into an effective presentation, here are a few Prezi examples to get your creative juices flowing. 

How to be more productive and focus

This Prezi by Nir Eyal shares information and tips on how to be more productive throughout the day. Just like a mind map, the Prezi is split into sections that each offer a main idea. The user has taken full advantage of Prezi canvas by zooming in on each key point and then zooming even further to give the viewer more details. This is similar to mind mapping, where you create branches and sub-branches. 

Understanding the teenage brain

This Prezi is a great example of sharing mind map ideas. The first frame features the title (main idea) along with five subcategories. Making the subcategories visible from the start is a good way to show the audience which topics will be covered. The Prezi then continues in an immersive way by zooming in on each topic and giving more details. Creating a presentation this way can simply take your mind map ideas and input them section by section to create an interconnecting story. 

From mind map to visual story with Prezi

As we’ve seen in the previous examples, using Prezi for sharing mind map ideas turns your thoughts into a reality where everyone can visualize your thought process. Here’s what makes Prezi so dynamic and engaging. 

Open canvas

Prezi open canvas is designed in a way that takes viewers on a journey through your thought process. Unlike traditional slide shows, Prezi lets you move freely across a large canvas, zooming in and out of different sections. This way, you can start with your central idea and gradually reveal the related points, much like a mind map.

As your audience follows along, it’s like they’re looking into how you think, seeing the connections and flow of your mind map ideas. This interactive and visual approach makes complex information easier to understand and more engaging. Prezi’s open canvas turns your presentation into a story, guiding viewers through your concepts in a natural and memorable way.

A seamless creation process with Prezi AI 

Prezi AI can assist you in creating a presentation inspired by your mind map ideas. All you need to do is prompt the AI by describing your topic, and it will offer suggestions on the design, theme, and layout of your presentation. This not only saves time but also ensures that your presentation is designed to a high standard with minimal effort. Prezi AI also has another valuable feature – text editing. Let’s look at how Prezi AI could assist with your mind map ideas.

Color scheme recommendations

Prezi AI helps by suggesting color schemes that make your presentation visually appealing and easy to follow. Good color choices can highlight important points and keep your audience engaged. Prezi AI selects colors that work well together and makes your presentation clear and attractive, helping viewers easily distinguish between main ideas and subtopics.

Design and layout options

Prezi AI gives you plenty of design and layout options to fit your content. Whether you’re presenting a straightforward mind map idea or a detailed project, Prezi AI recommends the best layout to organize your information. These templates help make your presentation clear and engaging, making it easier for your audience to follow and understand your points.

Automated assembly

When you describe your topic, Prezi AI helps build your presentation. It arranges your mind map ideas logically, saving you time. This feature ensures your presentation flows smoothly, with each part clearly connected to the main idea, making it easier for your audience to understand the overall concept.

Text-editing features

Prezi AI includes tools to help you edit your text, making it clearer and more effective. You can easily adjust the wording, font size, and style to match your presentation’s tone. Prezi AI also offers suggestions to improve clarity and readability, ensuring your text supports your visuals well. These features help you fine-tune your presentation, making sure it effectively communicates your mind map ideas.

The benefits of using Prezi to create a mind map presentation

Using Prezi to convey your mind map ideas offers several advantages over traditional mind maps. Here are some key benefits:

#1 Dynamic and engaging visuals

Unlike static mind maps, the Prezi canvas allows you to zoom in and out of different areas, highlighting key points and showing how they connect. This keeps your audience interested and helps them follow your thought process.

#2 Easy to follow

With Prezi, your presentation flows smoothly from one point to the next. The clear layout and movement between topics make it easier for your audience to understand and retain information. This is especially helpful for complex subjects where seeing the connections between mind map ideas is crucial.

#3 Professional templates

Using one of Prezi’s pre-designed templates means you’ll get a polished, professional-looking presentation without having to put any work into the design elements. They’re great for showcasing mind map ideas because they often come with prompts telling you where to put main points, sub-topics, and examples. 

#4 Interactive presentations

You can create a more engaging experience for your audience with Prezi interactive features. Adding multimedia elements like videos, images, and links makes your presentation both interactive and informative. This approach can make your mind map more memorable and impactful.

#5 Time saving tools 

Prezi AI can help you quickly assemble your presentation. This means that you can spend more time thinking about your mind map ideas, and less time worrying about colors, layout, and formatting each slide.

#6 Adaptability

Prezi makes it simple to update and adapt your presentation. You can make changes or add new mind map ideas without redoing the whole thing. This flexibility is especially helpful for ongoing projects or topics that change over time.

#7 Easy collaboration

Prezi simplifies collaboration because it allows multiple users to work on the same presentation in real-time. This is perfect for group projects or team meetings. With this feature, everyone can contribute their mind map ideas, ensuring the final presentation reflects the entire team’s effort. If you’d like to access this feature, explore options to upgrade to a Prezi Business plan .

Prezi vs. traditional mind maps

While traditional mind maps are great for structuring your ideas, Prezi does offer several other advantages. Here are some of them:

• Interactivity: Traditional mind maps are static, while Prezi presentations can include multimedia elements, making them more engaging.
• Ease of use: Prezi’s templates and AI tools make it easy to create presentations, saving you time and effort.
• Professional appearance: Prezi ensures that your mind map looks clean and professional, which can be challenging with hand-drawn or simple digital maps.
• Adaptability: Updating your presentation in Prezi is easy. You can make changes without redoing the entire mind map, providing more flexibility.

Overall, Prezi offers an effective way to organize, present, and share your ideas. Its dynamic features make it a great choice for both educational and professional projects. Prezi’s interactive and visually engaging format ensures your mind maps are not only clear but also more impactful, helping your audience better understand and retain information. By allowing real-time collaboration, easy updates, and a polished appearance, Prezi stands out as a superior tool for creating mind map presentations.

Final thoughts on the best way to create your mind maps

Mind maps simplify brainstorming and organizing ideas. While traditional mind maps work well, Prezi offers extra benefits that can enhance your idea organization. Prezi’s dynamic visuals, clear layouts, and interactive features make sharing mind maps easier.

Prezi lets you update and adapt presentations quickly, collaborate with others in real-time, and use ready-made templates to save time. This makes it a great tool for students , teachers , and professionals .

Whether you’re tackling a group project, planning an event, or preparing a lecture, Prezi helps you present mind map ideas clearly. It turns your thoughts into an interactive story that grabs your audience’s attention and aids understanding. Try it out for yourself!

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Thinking Maps. What are Thinking Maps?. Thinking Maps are eight visual-verbal learning tools, each based on a fundamental thinking process and used together as a set of tools for showing relationships. Thinking Maps give all students and teachers a common language for meaningful learning. .

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What are Thinking Maps? • Thinking Maps are eight visual-verbal learning tools, each based on a fundamental thinking process and used together as a set of tools for showing relationships. Thinking Maps give all students and teachers a common language for meaningful learning.

Honey Island’s Goal for Using Thinking Maps • Our goal for student use of Thinking Maps is for all students to learn the eight maps and the thinking processes which they represent. Once learned, we want the students to be able to apply the maps across all subjects and activities, applying the maps to assist them in organizing their thinking. We also want students to utililze the maps as a way to organize their writing.

The Eight Maps • Please refer to the title slide for pictures of the eight maps. They include: • Circle Map – “Defining in Context” • Bubble Map – “Describing Qualities” • Double Bubble Map – “Comparing and Contrasting” • Tree Map – “Classifying” • Brace Map – “Part-Whole” • Flow Map – “Sequencing” • Multi-Flow Map – “Cause and Effect” • Bridge Map – “Seeing Analogies”

Circle Map • The Circle Map is used for Brainstorming ideas and for showing prior knowledge about a topic. The center circle represents the topic. The outside circle will contain written or drawn information about the topic. In the following examples, students brainstormed and defined topics related to school safety.

No fighting No drugs Protect school property Stay out of school kitchen No weapons No name calling Always have a buddy Safe School Children playing nicely Follow the rules Teachers teaching and students learning Helping each other No littering No running Get good grades Follow directions Using CHAMPS Practice FISH

Use a zero voice when walking in the hall Use kind words Greet people nicely! No bad words Use respectful words! No lying Conversationat a Safe School Tell an adult if you see something unsafe No bullying words! Before first bell - #1 voice, after first bell – 0 voice Follow CHAMPS Talk politely Raise your hand! Zero voice when someone is speaking

Have fun! No bullying Listen to the teacher Have a buddy with you No running in the hall Keep all personal things at home, like CDs, games, etc. Do not bring weapons, drugs, matches, or cell phones Follow Champs Actions at a Safe School Use appropriate language Stay in personal space Use FISH! Stay in school safety zone Help your friends! Respect school property Follow expectations everywhere! Be there!

Drugs or medicine Bows and arrows weapons matches guns lasers knives Cell phones Pocket knives alcohol Items Not to Bring to School Cigarette lighters Video games and players BB Gun fireworks Toys (unless for show and tell) Box cutters No radio or iPods No pets No cough drops

Be friendly to new people Being polite “Be There” sharing Good attitude toward others Helping others Use FISH! No bullying Having fun A Friendly School No drugs No weapons Be nice! “Make Their Day” Don’t leave anyone out! Play with everyone Follow school expectations Give Compliments Help the substitutes Listen to others! Standing up for others

Don’t destroy school property Do not steal Do not bully others Don’t fight No spitting Don’t use bad language Do not be disrespectful to teachers/adults Things NOT to do at School Don’t scream at the teacher Do not litter Don’t bring guns, cigarettes, drugs, knives, brass knuckles, alcohol, or matches No teasing No pushing in line No pulling the fire alarm! Do not disobey the teachers

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