Spider MapExploring Topics and Gathering Ideas

Spider MapWhat is it?

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A spider map is a tool for organizing ideas.

Spider MapWhen is it useful?

Use a spider map to. . .

• gather details

• organize information

• brainstorm ideas

• narrow a topic

Spider MapHow do I make one?

1. Put the main idea in the center circle. The idea can be a word, a phrase, a sentence, or a title.

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2. Write related ideas on the branches extending from the center circle.

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3. Write details on the lines extending from each branch.

How do I make one?

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• study

• talk

• play sports

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• eat dinner

• go camping

• play board games 

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3. Write details on the lines extending from each branch.

How do I make one?

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• travel

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3. .Write details on the lines extending from each branch.

How do I make one?

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• text

• play video games

• go shopping

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• go shopping

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• play board games 

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• relax

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