The BIGFOOT Measurement & Addition Manipulative

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In my first year as a high school IT teacher, I mistakenly assumed that all students could read a ruler. However, I soon discovered that many struggled with basic addition and couldn't even read a tape measure. To address this issue, I introduced the BIGFOOT, a 12" long ruler that helps students visually understand the length of a foot. Multiple BIGFOOTs can be used for measuring objects and estimation purposes. The BIGFOOT also features small holes for INCH PEGS, which display the word "INCH" on their bottom side to avoid confusion. These pegs help students measure small objects and visualize measurement fractions. A demonstration video will be posted soon, along with a two-part version for those with smaller printers. Please ensure that the printed BIGFOOT has at least 25% fill to prevent rough printouts.