Amazon.comThis encyclopedia-like United States of America Map puzzle provides loads of information for each of the 50 states. The Fun Facts Guide lists each state's capital, nickname, bird, motto, and flower, and includes such state trivia as the nickname of Wyoming ("The Equality State") and the motto of Oregon ("Alis Volat Propriis--She flies with Her Own Wings"). Each colorful wooden puzzle piece is decorated with symbols representative of its state. The massive California piece, which is broken into southern and northern regions, includes illustrations of exotic animals from the San Diego Zoo, a computer icon from Silicon Valley, and an image suggestive of a redwood forest. Such information helps puzzle builders equate national landmarks, industries, and well-known regions in the United States to specific states and cities. --Cate Bick
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Tools for geniuses I was more than pleased with the puzzle map of the United States. As a child I can remember having one, and loving it. It was heavy-duty cardboard as I remember. Then when I grew up and had my own children I read an article that said there were several toys you should buy for your children if you want to raise geniuses, and one of them (not being a genius myself, I remember only one of them) was a puzzle map of the U.S. So my children always had one. And I have a wooden one that I keep here for my grandchildren. The Puzzibilities Deluxe map was bought for the grandson of a friend. I almost kept it in place of the one I have, it was so much nicer.
Since 1942, the Handbook of United States Coins (THE OFFICIAL BLUE BOOK®) has been the annual reference used by U.S. coin dealers to make buying offers. On the fl ip side of the coin, collectors use it to find out what dealers are paying. Its price listings offer a real-world look at the coin market, gathered from dealers around the country.
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Handbook of US Coins Information about US coins in this book is easy to find, easy to understand. It contains some background information about each series, but not enough. I find myself using the Red Book more often.
Brush up on your United States knowledge with this fun-for-the-family Interactive Around the United States game. It features a beautifully detailed map with states, mountains and major river systems. Features three fun games to test the whole family: "Find the State," "Road Trip" and "Election." "Find the State" quizzes you on fun facts about each state. "Road Trip" brings you on a cross country travel to use your wits and compass. "Election" will give you the chance to be a presidential candidate and win the vote. Quiz Mode gives you multiple choice, true or false or which state questions to answer. There's over 25,000 quiz questions and 50 state buttons. Requires 3 "AA" batteries (included). For one to two players.
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My nephews birthday present.... I bought this product without reading much about it. I am happy to say that my 8 year old nephew is very satisfied with it. He enjoys learning and at least during the two weeks that he has owned it has found time for it everyday. It also allows for competition from his older sister by having a two player version.
An excellent choice for those who don't want their children to have a steady diet of Gameboy and movies on a long summer trip.
Challenge your child's geography skills with this United States wooden map puzzle. It features colorfully illustrated pieces in the shape of each state. The pieces lay in a wooden tray that have the capitals and each state's outline under the pieces to aid your child in learning. Also includes each state's nickname on the front and state facts on the back like population, motto, size, capital and year of statehood. Measures 12" x 18".
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Great product
My three year old has quickly picked up a lot of U.S. Geography from this puzzle (can map most state names to their locations quickly) and enjoys putting it together on her own.
Make learning fun with an educational placemat. An educational experience for the entire family.Age: 4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,Adult Manufacturer: M. Ruskin
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Great product We use it on the dinning table so the kids can learn stuff while eating, I wish it was more durable, but for 2$ it was well worth it.
I need to buy some more since they last about 6 months at most.
An exciting, educational game for the whole family. The object of United States Bingo is to be the first to fill a geographical region card with your chips that represent the state product/industry tile that was drawn. A fun twist on the classic bingo game. The Bonus Challenge is to name all the capitals of the states on your card. Learn about the United States regions, state, landmarks and industries. Includes: 12 game cards 72 playing chips cotton drawstring bag
