The Thinking Maps® model program consists of eight maps that correspond with fundamental thinking processes. The Circle Map is used for defining in context; the Bubble Map, describing with adjectives; the Flow Map, sequencing and ordering; the Brace Map, identifying part/whole relationships; the Tree Map, classifying/grouping; the Double Bubble Map, comparing and contrasting; the Multi-Flow Map, analyzing causes and effects; and the Bridge Map, seeing analogies. These maps are a "common visual language" for students in all subject areas (Grades K-12).
What are the Different Types of Maps?
Examples and explanations (Holly Tree Site)
More Examples (Yates Mill Elementary)
Multimedia
Video Introduction to Thinking Maps
Podcast: The Circle Map by Trang Lai
Podcast: The Flow Map by Traing Lai
or access via iTunes
Thinking Maps® Galleries/Examples
Thinking Maps® in Language Arts
Thinking Maps® in Open Court Reading Program
Thinking Maps® for Writing Part 1 | Part 2 by City Teacher
Thinking Maps for Teaching Complete Sentences
Thinking Maps® for Reading/Writing Homework Flow Map | Circle Map by City Teacher
Thinking Maps® in Math Curriculum
General Graphic Organizer Resources:
Free Online Graphic Organizer Tools by Janice Stearns
Other books by Thinking Maps® Author, David Hyerle
Video: From Graphic Organizers to Thinking Maps®
General Graphic Organizer Books
Inspiration (Graphic Organizer Software)
Recommended Web Sites:
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