Discount Athletic Kids' Shoe on Sale

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

Nike's Vomero 18 brings adult-level cushioning down to a kids' size, so it suits growing feet that need real support during gym class or daily runs around the neighborhood. Zappos carries the full size run, which matters if you're dealing with wide feet or half sizes that are tough to track down elsewhere. Buy Now at Zappos

Kids who need extra support for daily wear will get solid cushioning from the 1440v1's running-shoe construction, and Zappos has it marked down to $62.40, about $8 off the $70 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the New Balance 530 Big Kid Shoes for $76.49, about $9 off the $85 list price. The retro running silhouette gives growing feet solid cushioning for everyday wear, making it a reasonable pick for parents who don't want to overspend on shoes kids will outgrow within a year. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos carries these for kids who need everyday sneakers that hold up to actual playground use, thanks to the same durable build as the adult 574 line. Buy Now at Zappos

Kids who need something durable enough for the playground but still on trend with what the older crowd wears will get plenty of mileage out of these, since the Samba's leather upper and rubber gum sole hold up to daily wear better than most trend-driven sneakers. Buy Now at adidas

Update: The price has changed to $10.29 since this was originally published.

Toddlers who resist shoes with laces or straps tend to do better with a slip-on design like this one, and at a penny off list price, this isn't really a discount worth waiting for. Buy Now at Amazon

Zappos carries the Nike Winflo 12 Kids' Shoes, a solid pick for parents who want a cushioned, everyday running shoe for active kids without paying for extra bells and whistles. Buy Now at Zappos

Court-bound kids who need shoes that can handle constant lateral movement will get the most out of these, since the Barricade line is built with reinforced support for stopping and pivoting rather than just running in a straight line. Buy Now at adidas

These slip-resistant checkerboard sneakers work well for younger kids still learning to zip their own shoes, and Zappos has them for $9 off the $45 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Slip-on bungee laces make these a solid pick for parents who are tired of wrestling with tiny shoelaces every time you head out the door, and they still give toddlers a secure, supportive fit for running around. Buy Now at Zappos

Kids who are hard on their sneakers benefit from the durable build here, and the easy strap closure means less time fumbling before trips out the door. Zappos carries a wide range of sizes and widths, so finding the right fit for growing feet is less of a hassle. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos carries the Nike Kids Star Runner 5 in a range of sizes and widths, making it a solid option for parents who want a durable, easy-on running shoe for active kids that can handle daily wear at school or on the playground. Buy Now at Zappos

Update: The price has changed to $23.75 since this was originally published.

These lightweight sneakers suit kids who need a shoe that keeps up with running around at school or on the court, and at $22.24, they're just $1.51 off the $23.75 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Fans of Care Bears nostalgia will get a kick out of this collab, and the classic Superstar shell-toe design means the shoes still hold up as everyday sneakers once the novelty wears off. Buy Now at adidas

These lightweight sneakers suit active kids who need shoes that keep up with running around at school or the playground, and they're currently $3.75 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Toddlers get the same ankle support and grippy sole as the adult Sk8-Mid, which matters most once they're actually running around instead of just toddling. Zappos has them at $38.25 right now, $7 off the $45 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos carries the Vans Kids Knu Skool Shoes, a chunkier take on the classic Vans silhouette that suits kids who need durable, skate-style sneakers built to handle daily wear on the playground. Buy Now at Zappos

Puma's Palermo brings a retro leather look to kids' sneakers, sturdy enough for daily wear without feeling clunky on small feet, and Zappos has them for $12 off the usual price. Buy Now at Zappos