Mnemonics are simple tools to help memorize otherwise difficult information. These include associating imagery or a story to remember a list of items.
MindTools has a great write up about how to make these for yourself which includes what works best and how to associate each device to another.
Imagination: is what you use to create and strengthen the associations needed to create effective mnemonics. Your imagination is what you use to create mnemonics that are potent for you. The more strongly you imagine and visualize a situation, the more effectively it will stick in your mind for later recall. The imagery you use in your mnemonics can be as violent, vivid, or sensual as you like, as long as it helps you to remember.Memory Techniques - [MindTools]
