Word maps

Read this article about how to use word map strategies to support vocabulary development and reading comprehension.

Resource details
Year level
Foundation, Year 1, Year 2
Purpose
Teaching resource
Topic
Reading and viewing, Vocabulary and morphology
Audience
Teachers, School leaders
Format
Webpage
Learning area
English
Australian Curriculum code
General capabilities
Literacy
Publisher

Reading Rockets

Copyright

© 2026 WETA Public Broadcasting

Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
APST 2.1: Content and teaching strategies of the teaching area, APST 2.5: Literacy and numeracy strategies, APST 3.4: Select and use resources
Keywords
dictionary, English language, graphic organiser, key words, metalanguage, word meanings