Question 1

Is each state a puzzle piece?  It says state or region, but I'm looking for one that is each state.  Thank you!

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A few of the very small states in New England are grouped together otherwise each state is a separate piece.  Our 4 year old grandson really likes it and according to his father puts it together every day and already knows the name of every state.

Question 2

Why is michigan in two different colors!?  the u.p. is michigan too! several other inaccuracies.why would you use something inaccurate  for education?

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This is a very educational toy for all ages, even high school kids and adults, who need refreshers on each of the United States. 
As far as the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, also known as the "UP", it is the same color, as the Lower Peninsula, as anyone can plainly see. Geographically speaking, the UP is known as a very separate area here in Michigan, you have to cross the mighty  Mackinac bridge, across the long straits of Mackinac to get to the UP, for starters. The UP is situated to the far West, as well as due north of the top of Michigan. To anyone who sees it, it almost looks as if it belongs to Wisconsin or Canada! But with this map, you will learn what we Michiganders know :The UP belongs to Michigan, as hard as that is to believe, you can learn that , too. This is a great puzzle! Some people commenting above were in very bad moods or are just negative people to be so upset over a puzzle they saw that might have had two colors for Michigan. Disregard their negative opinion, it is the same color for both the UP and the LP of the great State of Michigan!  Everyone will learn what we Michiganders know :The UP belongs to Michigan. One day all the wilderness in the UP, with all the abundant fresh water, natural resources and good land, will be where a lot people go to live, as it is a vastly untapped major resource for future populations of people to live!

Question 3

Is this wooden?

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Yes it is a wooden puzzle and it is beautiful and colorful! My granddaughter 2-1/2 loves it!

Question 4

Do you know if all the states are less than 3" x 5"?

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The pieces are all different. When puzzle is complete it is 2' x 35".  The border pieces are the biggest (blue in picture is the border) smallest piece is 1 1/2" x 3, some pieces are 4 x 9. 1 x 6, 2 x 4, and so on.   It helps teach the capital of each state let alone where the state is.   I hope this helps, if have any other questions feel free to ask.

ASIN	B000GKAU1I
Additional Features	Learn location, shape, and capitals of all 50 states
Age Range Description	6+ years
Best Sellers Rank	#138,764 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #151 in Floor Puzzles
Brand Name	Melissa & Doug
Color	Multi
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (11,030)
Educational Objective	Shape Recognition
Global Trade Identification Number	00000772004404
Included Components	51 puzzle pieces
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Item Dimensions	24 x 36 x 0.04 inches
Item Shape	Rectangular
Item Type Name	Puzzles
Item Weight	2 pounds
Manufacturer	Melissa & Doug
Manufacturer Part Number	440
Manufacturer Warranty Description	No Warranty
Manufacturer recommended age	6 - 10 years
Material Type	Cardboard
Model Number	440
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Play Activity Location	Floor
Product Style	U.S.A. (United States) Map Floor Puzzle - 51 Pieces
Puzzle Type	Jigsaw
Size	12.0 x 9.5 x 3.0
Skill Level	Beginner
Sub Brand	Doug
Subject Character	Dinosaur
Theme	Map
UPC	000772004404
Unit Count	1 Count

Melissa & Doug USA Map Floor Puzzle, 51 Jumbo Pieces, 2 x 3 Feet, Educational Geography Giant Puzzle for Kids Ages 6+ - FSC Certified

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