Turn your KS1 lesson notes into an editable mind map template
Skip the generic printable. Upload your own KS1 lesson material and get an editable mind map built around your topic.
Why a mind map suits KS1 lessons
Young pupils in Key Stage 1 learn best when a topic is laid out visually, with one central idea and a few clear branches. A KS1 mind map template gives you that starting shape, and it works well as a class display or a worksheet. Printable versions exist, but a template built from your own lesson notes fits what you are actually teaching.
- Works from your own topic notes, not a generic printable sheet
- Editable branches so you can simplify wording for young readers
- Explorable map you can click through during a lesson
- Free plan includes 3 generations per month, with no credit card needed
Built from your topic
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, notes, or a photo of a page and get a map based on that exact material.
Editable branches
Rename, move, or trim branches so the wording suits your pupils.
Explorable layout
Click into any branch to see the detail behind it, which helps when you teach one part at a time.
How it works
Add your material
Upload your lesson plan, notes, or a photo of a page.
Generate the map
DeckOwl creates a mind map with a central idea and branches for each key point.
Edit and use it
Adjust the wording, then study in the browser or export on a paid plan.
DeckOwl reads your PDF, DOCX, PPTX, or typed notes, and also photos of pages through text recognition. It then builds a mind map with the main idea at the centre and branches for each key point, which you can edit and explore by clicking into each branch.
Once the map is done, you can adjust the wording for your pupils' reading level and rebuild the layout before you print or share it.
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Frequently asked questions
What age group is KS1 for?
KS1 covers pupils in Years 1 and 2 in England, usually aged 5 to 7. Mind maps for this age work best with a single central idea and only a few branches.
How do I use a mind map with young children?
Start with one central idea and no more than four branches, then add simple words or pictures for each sub-point. Read the map aloud and point to each branch as you teach it.
Can I export a mind map?
Export to PDF and DOCX is available on the Plus plan at $39/year or $7.99/month. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.
Do I need a credit card to start?
No. You can start on the free plan with 3 generations per month without adding a credit card.
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