Discount Kids' Shoe on Sale

Zappos has the Vans Kids Knu Skool Shoes for $43, about $10 off the $53 list price, a solid pick if you're outfitting a kid who's tough on shoes but still wants the classic Vans look. The chunky sole gives a bit more durability than Vans' slimmer skate styles, which matters for everyday playground wear. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has these for $31.50, about $3.50 off list, and the elastic closure means less time wrestling with laces on a toddler who wants to run off, not sit still. Buy Now at Zappos

Skate-inspired styling with a chunky sole makes these a solid pick for kids who go through shoes fast but still want something that looks current, and Zappos backs it with free shipping and returns if the fit's off. Buy Now at Zappos

Small kids who are hard on shoes benefit most here since suede holds up to daily scuffing better than canvas, and the low-profile racing silhouette makes them easy to slip on without adult help. Buy Now at Zappos

Puma's Speedcat design is modeled after motorsport racing shoes, so it's a fun pick if you're outfitting a kid who wants sneakers with some retro style rather than another generic pair. Zappos carries them in a range of sizes, which helps if your kid's feet haven't settled into a consistent width or fit yet. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the Vans Kids Knu Skool Glitter Shoes for $57, about $6 off the $63 list price, a decent pick for kids who want a chunkier retro skate shoe with some sparkle without going full dress-up glitter. Buy Now at Zappos

Kids who need shoes they can get in and out of without help will appreciate the zip-up front, which skips the lace-tying step entirely. Zappos has them for $36, $9 off the $45 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the Vans Kids Ultrarange 66 V Shoes, a lightweight slip-on-friendly build with plenty of cushioning for kids who are on their feet all day at school or on the playground. The molded footbed and durable outsole make them a solid pick if your kid tends to wear through sneakers fast. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the Vans Old Skool V Toddler Shoes for $35, which is $15 off the $50 list price. The elastic lace closure makes them easy for little ones to get on and off, and the durable canvas and suede build holds up to regular toddler wear. Buy Now at Zappos

Vans Old Skool V Toddlers hold up well through the walking-and-tumbling stage, thanks to the same low-profile build as the adult version, just sized down. Zappos has them for $36, $4 off the $40 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Solid pick for kids who need a durable everyday sneaker without the higher price tag of adult styles, and adidas has these marked down to $46, which is $19 off the $65 list price. Buy Now at adidas

Cleats built for kids who play on grass fields, with a multi-ground stud pattern that holds up on both dry and slightly damp pitches without needing a separate shoe for each condition. Buy Now at Zappos

Slip-on style elastic laces make these a solid pick if getting shoes on and off quickly matters to you, whether that's for kids, wide feet, or just skipping the tying altogether, and they're currently $8 off the $55 list price. Buy Now at adidas

Grade-schoolers who go through sneakers fast will do fine in these — the classic court style holds up to daily wear without costing as much as bigger athletic brands, and Zappos backs it with easy returns if sizing is off. Buy Now at Zappos

Everyday sneakers like these suit kids who need something durable enough for the playground but simple enough to pair with anything in the closet, thanks to the classic court-shoe design and easy hook-and-loop or lace closure. Buy Now at adidas

These slip-on shoes work well for pool days, beach trips, or splash pads since they drain quickly and dry fast between activities, making them a solid pick for parents who don't want soggy sneakers in the car. At $20, that's about $18 (47%) off the $38 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Barefoot-feel water shoes work well for kids at the pool, beach, or splash pad since they dry fast and grip wet surfaces, and they're currently $7 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Slip-on water shoes work well for pool days, beach trips, or splash pads where you need something that dries fast and grips wet surfaces, and at $20 you're paying $9 less than the $29 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

These slip on easily for pool days, beach trips, or splash pads, and the quick-dry material means less time waiting around in wet shoes afterward. At $28.97, that's about $9 (23%) off the $37.69 list price. Buy Now at Amazon