Turn your primary lesson notes into mind maps you can edit
Upload a unit plan, a worksheet or your own notes and get a mind map you can rearrange, expand and explore branch by branch.
How primary school teachers use mind maps
Planning a half-term of Year 3 history or Year 5 science often means scattered notes, a few PDFs and a plan that changes every week. mind maps for primary school teachers help you see how the topic fits together before you write the detailed lessons.
- Turn a unit plan into a map with the main ideas as branches
- Edit branch names and order to match your curriculum
- Explore sub-points on screen during a starter or review
- Keep one map per topic so the term stays organised
Starts from your own material
Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text notes or a photo of a planning page and the map is built from what you already teach.
Editable branches
Rename, move or add branches so the map matches your scheme of work, not a generic template.
Explore at your own pace
Open a branch to see its sub-points, then collapse it again to keep a term overview clear on screen.
How it works
Upload your notes
Add a lesson plan, scheme of work or a photo of your planning notes.
Review the map
Check the main branches and sub-points, then edit anything that doesn't fit your class.
Use it in planning or class
Share the map on screen for a starter activity or keep it open while you plan the next unit.
A visual overview also helps when you plan differentiation. You can see which branches need a simpler starting point for some pupils and which ones can be extended for those ready to go further.
DeckOwl creates the first draft from your own material, so you spend your time adjusting the map for your class instead of starting from a blank page.
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Frequently asked questions
How many main branches should a primary school mind map have?
Three to six main branches usually keeps a map readable for children aged 5 to 11. If a topic needs more, split it into two linked maps.
Can pupils read a mind map as well as the teacher?
Yes, a simple map with short labels works well for pupils as a review tool. Keep the wording clear and age-appropriate so the branches make sense without extra explanation.
Is there a free plan for making mind maps?
The free plan includes 3 generations per month and studying in the browser. Exports are part of the paid plans.
Can I export a mind map to PDF?
PDF export is included in Plus, which costs $99.90 per year or $9.99 per month. Students with a school email get 40 percent off.
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