Textual Aids - 8th grd., 1st qtr.

written traditionally w/ letter. read from left to right

linear text

using graphs and text to convey an idea

non - linear text

used to record present changes in data over a period of time

line graph

similar to a line graph. using bars instead of lines

bar graph

2 overlapping circles that show contrast and comparison

venn diagram

visual representation of concepts that make them concrete

graphic organizer

circular chart consisting of fractions, good for percentages

pie chart

using pictures as equivalents

pictograph

aka a mind map, its an idea broken down into simpler ones

concept map

good for hierarchy

tree diagram

columns and rows w/ heading

table

shows physical features

map

recurring events, no start and end

cycle of events

definite start, middle, and end

continuum / timeline

mind map but multi - layered

spider graph

for brainstorming, involves generating a web of ideas

cloud / cluster

used to manage schedules and tasks

gantt chart

combining images and text in a picture to convey something visually

infographics