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Turn your English readings into a clear mind map

Upload a PDF, DOCX, or photo of class notes and get an editable mind map of themes, grammar, and essay structure.

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Why an English mind map helps with reading and writing

Novels, poems, and grammar units all branch out from a few central ideas, and a map shows those links at a glance. An English mind map lets you see how a character's choices connect to a theme, or how a thesis is supported by evidence, before you start writing.

  • Map themes, characters, and plot events from a novel
  • Lay out thesis, evidence, and counterarguments for an essay
  • Organize grammar rules and examples by part of speech
  • Export to PDF on Plus, or study in the browser on Free
Example English literature mind map branches
Major themes in Macbethambition · guilt · fate · appearance versus reality
Parts of a persuasive essayhook · thesis · body paragraphs with evidence · conclusion
Types of figurative languagemetaphor · simile · personification · hyperbole
Types of clausesindependent · dependent · relative · noun clause
Narrative point of viewfirst person · second person · third person limited · third person omniscient
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Editable branches

Rename, move, or regroup any node so the map matches how your class covers a text.

Explorable structure

Collapse and expand branches to move from a novel's big themes down to individual quotes.

Built from your files

Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain notes, or a photo of a page and get a map from that material.

How it works

Upload your material

Add a reading guide, lecture notes, or a photo of a handout.

Generate the map

DeckOwl builds a branch structure from the main ideas in your text.

Edit and study

Reshape the map, then turn branches into flashcards or quizzes.

Maps are also useful for revision. Because each branch can be expanded or collapsed, you can review the big picture first and then drill down into quotes, dates, or rule examples when you need detail.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I make a mind map for a novel's themes?

Start with the main theme as the central node, then add branches for each theme and attach the quotes or scenes that support it. Keeping each branch to one idea makes the map easier to review before a test.

What belongs on a mind map for English grammar?

Group the topic by category, such as parts of speech, clause types, and punctuation rules, and add one example sentence under each sub-point. Examples make the rules stick better than definitions alone.

Can I export my English mind map?

PDF export is part of the Plus plan at $99.90/year or $9.99/month, along with DOCX and Anki export. The Free plan lets you study maps in the browser but does not include exports.

Do I need a credit card to try it?

No. You can start on the Free plan with 3 generations per month and no credit card. Students with a school email get 40% off paid plans.

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Keep exploring the topic

Review the main ideas visually or practice recalling them.