What Are Thinking Maps®?
The Thinking Maps® model program consists of eight maps that correspond with fundamental thinking processes. The Circle Map is used for defining in context; the Bubble Map, describing with adjectives; the Flow Map, sequencing and ordering; the Brace Map, identifying part/whole relationships; the Tree Map, classifying/grouping; the Double Bubble Map, comparing and contrasting; the Multi-Flow Map, analyzing causes and effects; and the Bridge Map, seeing analogies. These maps are a "common visual language" for students in all subject areas (Grades K-12).
Introductory video, professional learning--including online course, and research related to TM.
A wiki I created to compile all of the Thinking Maps templates that teachers in our Thinking Maps Path to Proficiency have shared--Excellent resource for anyone who uses Thinking Maps!!!