This workshop will give concrete and practical examples of how using mindmaps can help students to communicate through the key skills. Participants will be lead step-by-step to create their own mindmaps and practice using them through a variety of engaging activities that cover the main skill areas of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. The techniques introduced and activities proposed are suitable for learners of all levels and classes of any size. It will be shown that through mindmapping students of any ability can develop effective learning strategies that help promote genuine interaction. The activities covered can be successfully applied to any materials, and used well can make both teaching and learning more fun.