Discount Kids' Shoe on Sale

Zappos carries the New Balance Fuelcell Play v1 in a hook-and-loop closure, so it's worth a look for parents who want their kid getting in and out of shoes without help while still getting real cushioning for running around. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has these for $58, $10 off the $68 list price, and the alternative closure (no laces to fuss with) makes them a solid pick for toddlers who aren't ready to tie their own shoes yet. Buy Now at Zappos

Toddlers learning to dress themselves can slip these on without fussing over laces, thanks to the alternative closure system, which makes them a solid pick for building independence during those first walking years. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos carries the Vans Loafer 53 Big Kid Shoes for grade-schoolers who need something quick to slip on before school without sacrificing the classic Vans look on the sole. Buy Now at Zappos

Growing feet make hook-and-loop closures worth it, and these mid-top Rebound Layups give younger kids a shoe they can get on and off themselves without fumbling with laces. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos carries the Puma Kids Court Pro 3 Basketball Shoes, a solid pick for young players who need actual ankle and traction support on the court rather than a casual sneaker that just looks the part. Buy Now at Zappos

Puma's Roma sneaker has a low-profile design that suits kids who want a casual shoe without a bulky sole, and Zappos has this pair marked down $6.50 from the $65 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Puma's Speedcat design borrows its low-profile racing look from motorsport shoes, so it's a solid pick for kids who want something a bit different from the usual sneaker shapes. Zappos includes free shipping and returns, which helps when sizing kids' shoes without trying them on first. Buy Now at Zappos

Kids who aren't quite ready to master laces will do fine with the hook-and-loop closure here, and the mid-top design adds a bit of ankle support for running around the playground. Buy Now at Zappos

Growing feet make hook-and-loop closures worth it, and these mid-top Rebound Layups give younger kids a shoe they can get on and off themselves without fumbling with laces. Buy Now at Zappos

Good for kids splashing around at the beach, pool, or on rocky lake bottoms, the thin sole design lets them keep some ground feel while still protecting against sharp rocks and hot sand. At $13.98, the price is essentially the same as the $13.99 list, so this is just the everyday cost rather than a discount. Buy Now at Amazon

Zero drop, wide toe box designs like this one support natural foot development for toddlers just learning to walk, letting little feet spread and grip the ground instead of being cramped into a narrow shape. Amazon has them for $35, just $2 off list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Zero-drop, wide-toe-box shoes like these give toddlers' feet room to spread out naturally as they learn to walk, which matters more early on than most parents realize. At $35, that's just $2 off the $37 list price on Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

These slip-on water shoes suit kids who need foot protection at pools, beaches, or splash pads without the bulk of regular sneakers, and drainage holes keep them from staying soaked between activities. The listed discount amounts to a single penny off, so the price is essentially unchanged from list. Buy Now at Amazon

Barefoot-style construction gives growing feet room to move naturally, which podiatrists often recommend for kids still developing their gait, and Amazon has these marked down $4 from the $37 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Zero drop, wide toe box design lets little feet develop naturally instead of being cramped into a narrow shape, which matters most for parents avoiding traditional stiff-soled kids' shoes. At $35, that's just $2 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Suited for young players who need reliable traction on both firm ground and multi-ground fields without the price tag of adult-level cleats, since kids tend to outgrow gear fast anyway. Buy Now at adidas

Goletto IX cleats work well for kids just getting into soccer, with a firm/multi-ground outsole that handles both natural grass and drier turf without needing a specialized shoe for each surface. Buy Now at adidas

Zero drop and a wide toe box make these a solid pick for parents wanting their toddler's feet to develop naturally without cushioning that alters gait, and Amazon has them at $2 off the usual price. Buy Now at Amazon