Simple Tape Measure

This chunky, bright and brilliantly basic tape measure is just the job for tiny hands taking big maths steps. With a smooth wind-up action, bold markings and no complicated buttons, it’s perfect for early years children learning to measure everything from book corners to best friends.

One side shows centimetres and metres; the other shows inches and feet – so children can explore both metric and imperial units with ease. Whether it’s measuring a muddy puddle in Forest School or figuring out who’s taller at tidy-up time, this tool brings measuring to life in a way worksheets never could.

Ideal for continuous provision in EYFS and Year 1 maths areas, it supports spatial reasoning, ordinality, comparison, and real-world maths thinking. And unlike adult tape measures, this one won’t snap back like an angry elastic band.

Recommended for ages 3+ with supervision. Measures up to 1.2m (that’s about 4 feet, or 24 pencil lengths, depending on your classroom standard of measurement).

Why not pair with our Scale Bucket Balance 1L or Litre Measurement Set (4Pk)?

Features

• Measures up to 1.2m / 4ft

• Displays metric and imperial units

• Chunky handle and smooth wind-up action

• Bright, appealing colours (may vary)

• Perfectly sized for small hands

• Recommended age: 3+ with supervision

Benefits

• Supports early years maths and measuring skills

• Encourages spatial awareness and reasoning

• Great for height comparison and object measurement

• Promotes real-world numeracy in continuous provision

• Links to Development Matters & EYFS maths curriculum

• Engages children in active, exploratory learning