Discount Athletic Kids' Shoe on Sale

Target has kids' and women's shoes on sale, with prices starting around $5.50 for toddler sandals. Options span sneakers, water shoes, western boots, and sandals from Cat & Jack, S Sport by Skechers, and A New Day, with several styles discounted from their regular prices, such as Cat & Jack sneakers at $14, down from $20. Spend $35 for free shipping, or choose pickup to avoid the $5.99 shipping charge.  Shop Now at Target

Add the Air Jordan Sixty Plus Low to cart to drop the price on these shoes to $81. They are $125 at other stores. The design combines details from five classic Jordan sneakers that Michael Jordan wore during his five 60-plus point games. Nike Members get free shipping on orders of $50 or more, and it's free to join. Guests get free shipping on orders over $75.  Buy Now at Nike

Slip-on sneakers for kids who struggle with laces, the EasyOn design uses a collapsible heel so they can slide in and out without help from an adult. Buy Now at Zappos

A straightforward running shoe for older kids, the V5 Runner is currently $9 off the $87 list price at Zappos. Buy Now at Zappos

Sized for kids and built around the Jurassic World theme, these are a straightforward pick if you have a dinosaur-obsessed child who needs new sneakers and wants something with a bit more personality than a plain court shoe. Buy Now at Zappos

Slip-on bungee laces make these a solid pick for kids who aren't ready for tying their own shoes, or for parents just tired of doing it every morning. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the Nike Kids Vomero 18 Running Shoes for $110, which is $12 off list price. The extra cushioning in the Vomero line makes it a solid option for kids logging serious mileage in gym class or on a running team, not just casual wear. Buy Now at Zappos

Little feet that are hard on shoes can dig into these Knu Skool suede sneakers, since the chunky sole is built for scuffing around at recess without giving out fast. Zappos includes free shipping and returns, which comes in handy when you're guessing at kid sizes. Buy Now at Zappos

Kids' feet get put through the wringer, and the Old Skool's reinforced toe and sturdy canvas-suede build hold up to daily playground abuse better than most casual sneakers in this price range. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the Nike Kids Vomero 18 Running Shoes for $110, which is $12 off list price. The extra cushioning in the Vomero line makes it a solid option for kids logging serious mileage in gym class or on a running team, not just casual wear. Buy Now at Zappos

Toddlers who are hard on their shoes can wear these without much worry, since the classic Old Skool build holds up better than most kids' sneakers day to day. Zappos has them for $34, about $9 off the $43 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Kids who wear through sneakers fast will get the cushioned Air Max sole without the adult price tag, and Zappos has these marked down to $58, a $22 cut from the $80 list. Buy Now at Zappos

Slip-on styling makes these easy for kids to manage on their own before school or practice, without laces to fuss with, and at $26.98 the price is essentially the same as the $26.99 list. Buy Now at Amazon

Kids who go through sneakers fast will get some use out of the Nitro cushioning without you sweating over scuffs, and Zappos has them for $36, which is $54 off the $90 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has these listed for $47, which is $16 off the $63 list price for a cushioned running shoe sized for kids who need support during active play or gym class. Buy Now at Zappos

Toddlers still finding their footing benefit from the Palermo's flat, wide base, and the easy pull-on design means less wrestling at the door when you're already running late. Buy Now at Zappos

Everyday sneakers built for school-year wear and tear, with a simple lace closure kids can manage on their own; adidas has them at $42, $13 off the $55 list price. Buy Now at adidas

Update: The price has changed to $36.99 since this was originally published.

Barefoot-style shoes give toddlers' feet room to move naturally as they're learning to walk, with a wide toe box that regular kids' sneakers often lack. Amazon has them for $34, $3 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

These slip-on sneakers work well for kids who aren't ready to master laces yet, and Amazon has them for $20.69, about $2 off the usual $22.99. Buy Now at Amazon