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Why we LOVE this product!
This is a puzzle kids want to do for the pictures, and the geography comes along for free. The landmark-shaped pieces are a nice surprise and give each region a hook to remember it by.
Mudpuppy's artwork is bright and detailed, and the box is sturdy enough to store and give.
Two things to weigh: it is a picture map, so it shows few country names or borders, and at 78 pieces it may be a stretch for younger 5-year-olds without help.
Description
SKU:
9780735360846
Mudpuppy's Map of the World is a 78-piece illustrated jigsaw map that shows animals, landmarks and vehicles around the world, with 17 special pieces cut in the shapes of regional icons such as the Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal. The finished puzzle is 23 x 16.5 in.
What's inside
- 78 puzzle pieces, including 17 shaped like landmarks and icons
- Finished size 23 x 16.5 in.
- Sturdy storage box
How it works
Kids build the map like any jigsaw, and the landmark-shaped pieces become points to talk about: which country is this, what animals live there, how would you travel there?
What kids learn
- Geography: continents, oceans and where famous places and animals are
- World cultures: landmarks from around the world
- Spatial skills and patience: a medium-size jigsaw
Good to know before you buy
- Age: Mudpuppy recommends ages 5 to 9.
- Small parts: not for children under 3.
- Price: $17.99 at Barnes & Noble when we checked.
How it compares
The GeoPuzzle World teaches countries through country-shaped pieces; this Mudpuppy puzzle is a picture map, better for talking about animals and landmarks than for learning borders.
Who it's for
Kids from about 5 to 9 who like jigsaws and pictures, and families looking for a puzzle that sparks conversations about travel and the world.
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Learn more!
Explore the world
- National Geographic Kids: Geography: free articles, maps and facts about countries and places
- National Geographic MapMaker: a free interactive map for exploring the world
About
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