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Turn an English grammar book into an editable mind map

Upload the chapters you study and get a branching map of rules, examples, and exceptions that you can rearrange and explore one topic at a time.

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Why build your own grammar mind map

Most grammar books are long chapters of rules and exceptions, and a printed copy rarely shows how tenses, clauses, and agreement connect. An English grammar mind map built from your own copy shows those links at a glance.

  • Keep main branches aligned with the chapters or units your teacher assigns.
  • Use sub-points for rules and short example sentences, not full paragraphs.
  • Expand one branch at a time when you review, and collapse the rest to reduce clutter.
  • Re-upload updated pages or new chapters to add branches without starting over.
Example English grammar mind map branches
Verb tensesSimple · progressive · perfect · perfect progressive
Subject-verb agreementSingular subject takes singular verb · compound subjects joined by and usually take plural · intervening phrases do not change the verb · indefinite pronouns like each take singular
ClausesIndependent clause · dependent clause · relative clause · noun clause
ModifiersDangling modifiers · misplaced modifiers · restrictive vs nonrestrictive · squinting modifiers
Passive voiceSubject receives the action · formed with be plus past participle · agent may be dropped · active voice is usually clearer
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Built from your book

Upload a PDF, DOCX, or photos of pages, and the text is read for you.

Editable branches

Rename, move, or add nodes so the map matches your course and your notes.

Explore step by step

Expand and collapse branches to focus on one grammar topic at a time.

How it works

Upload your book

Add a PDF, DOCX, or clear photos of the chapters you need.

Generate the map

DeckOwl turns the chapter headings and rules into a branching mind map.

Edit and explore

Adjust the branches to fit your syllabus, then click through each topic.

Ready-made versions of a specific book are hard to find, and they may not match your edition or your course. DeckOwl builds the map from the text you upload, so each branch follows the chapters your class uses. Start with a PDF, DOCX, or photos of the pages, then edit the result before you study.

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Frequently asked questions

What should each main branch of a grammar mind map cover?

Use one main branch per chapter or topic in the book, such as verb tenses or clauses. Put the key rules and a short example under each branch so you can review quickly.

What is the best way to study verb tenses?

Write one sentence for each tense using the same verb, then check each one against the rule. Comparing tenses side by side makes the differences in form and meaning easier to remember.

Is there a free plan, and can I export my map?

Yes, the free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser, with no credit card needed to start. Exports such as PDF and DOCX are part of the Plus plan, which costs $39/year or $7.99/month.

Do I need a paid plan to try it?

No. You can start on the free plan without a credit card and upgrade later if you need unlimited generations or exports. Students with a school email get 40% off.

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