Mnemonics & Memory Aids

MNEMONICS & MEMORY AIDS

What Are Mnemonics & Memory Aids?

Mnemonics and memory aids are tools or techniques that help you remember information more easily. They work by linking new facts to things you already know - such as patterns, visuals, rhymes, or keywords.

How To Use Mnemonics & Memory Aids Effectively

1. Pick the key information you need to remember (facts, lists, formulas, terms).
2. Choose a memory technique that suits it — a rhyme, acronym, image, or phrase.
3. Practice it regularly so it sticks!
4. Say it out loud, write it down, or draw it to reinforce the link.
5. Storytelling - create a short, silly or imaginative story that includes all the facts you need to remember – each part of the story represents a piece of information.

Top Tips for Getting the Most Out of Mnemonics & Memory Aids

• Keep it simple – Use short, catchy phrases or keywords.
• Make it personal – Use humour or references that mean something to you.
• Visualise it – Turn facts into vivid pictures in your mind.
• Say it aloud – Repeating helps strengthen your memory.
• Use colour and symbols – These help your brain process and recall.
• Test yourself – See if you can remember it without looking!

Why Mnemonics & Memory Aids Help You Learn Better

Mnemonics and memory aids make information more meaningful and easier to retrieve. They reduce overload by chunking information into smaller, more manageable pieces. They engage your imagination, which boosts long-term memory. They encourage active learning as you are doing something with the information.

Examples of Mnemonics & Memory Aids

Rhyme to help with spelling rules – “ I before E, except after C”

Mnemonic to help with compass directions – “Never Eat Shredded Wheat”