A word web is a type of graphic organizer that provides more information about a word, helping children learn new vocabulary words and expand their vocabulary. Word webs are a form of mind map that help children break down the word and connect it to other words. They can be used to explore the meaning of a word in depth, make connections to other words or phrases, and help students develop higher-order thinking skills.

To create a word web, one can take a sheet of paper and draw a circle in the middle, then draw six more circles around the central circle. Each circle will contain a different piece of information about the new word, such as definition, synonyms, part of speech, word parts and meanings, sample sentence, and additional meanings. Word webs can be used before, during, and after reading to support student understanding by comparing and contrasting words and providing examples of word usage in context.

Word webs can be created using various tools, such as WordWeb, an international English dictionary and thesaurus program for Microsoft Windows, iOS, Android, and Mac OS X. WordWeb usually resides in the Windows notification area and can be activated by holding down CTRL and right-clicking a word in almost any program.