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Hands-on Geography

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Bring geography to life with some hands-on fun. These are my top picks for hands-on learning for geography.

1. GeoSafari Laptop

This compact, battery-powered, go-anywhere laptop can be played alone or against teams or pairs. LED lights and sounds keep track of scores and announce winners. Questions are selected from the 63 illustrated, two-sided data cards included.

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2. Where in the World? Board Game

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For those who want to learn everything about world geography---the fun way! Six games on six levels of play offer you the most up-to-date information on all 195 countries---including the newest ones! For two to six players. A world of fun for ages 8 and up.

3. Carmen Sandiego USA Junior Edition

Carmen Sandiego and her henchmen have stolen famous landmarks and national treasures from America's cities and states. Help find America's jewels and return them to their rightful homes. Players learn the lay of the land as they move across the United States returning landmarks to their rightful state, searching for Carmen as they go! (for ages 4 to 8)

4. Discover America

Explore the diversity of America! A board game designed to help players learn facts about America while having fun! You'll learn history, geography, states, capitals, presidents, and more. Includes game board, spinner, game pieces, play money, 200 quiz cards, dice and instructions. For 2 or more players.

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