{"id":6235,"date":"2015-02-16T11:03:07","date_gmt":"2015-02-16T16:03:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/10rate.com\/?page_id=6235"},"modified":"2015-05-08T10:04:08","modified_gmt":"2015-05-08T15:04:08","slug":"melissa-doug-413-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/10rate.com\/melissa-doug-413-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Melissa & Doug USA Map 51 pcs Floor Puzzle"},"content":{"rendered":"
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By Brittany Rowland<\/a><\/strong>
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\"Melissa
\nPuzzles are great tools for teaching kids to focus for extended periods of time and patiently match pieces together. The end result is a colorful representation of the United States, with important cities clearly labeled. Each state also has a fun picture representing its unique features, from Florida\u2019s space shuttle to California\u2019s Golden Gate Bridge. The 51 pieces are made of sturdy, thick cardboard, so even toddlers can figure the puzzle out. Older children will appreciate learning about the states; most of them are individual puzzle pieces, except for the New England states which are grouped together due to their size. Best put together on the floor, this puzzle from Melissa & Doug costs $12.99.
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Features a stunning labeled illustration of the United States<\/p>\n

Made of durable, heavy-gauge cardboard<\/p>\n

Helps child recognize and match shapes<\/p>\n

Develops concentration skills<\/p>\n

Helps children learn state capitals<\/p>\n

Surfaces wipe clean easily<\/p>\n

Sparks an interest in geography\n<\/p>\n

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Doesn\u2019t show neighboring countries<\/p>\n

Pieces would stay together better with a cardboard backing\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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