I would use this map in my first grade classroom, when I am introduce "How To" articles. Every year the kids have a hard time picking a topic that is simple enough for them to write about. I would project the map onto a screen, with only the middle bubble filled in. The kids could then give me ideas for their articles. We could fill in the steps together. I could keep the map on the board while the kids brainstormed. When we were finished they would have a nice place to start writing and plenty of ideas.
During the next writing assignment the kids could use a web to brainstorm their own ideas. I would have them do this on paper. At this age most of the kids can't type. I would project our example on the board for them to reference. If I taught an older grade I would let them use this program in the computer lab.

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