Academy Sports + Outdoors has marked down back-to-school shoes across brands like Nike, adidas, Reebok, and New Balance, with some pairs discounted up to 50% off. Deals include the Reebok Men's GLX Wave Shoe at $30 off and the Avia Men's Trax 2.0 Running Shoes down to $30. The sale spans running, training, and casual shoes for men, women, and kids. myAcademy members get free shipping on orders of $25 or more. It's free to join.  Shop Now at Academy Sports & Outdoors

Update: The price has changed to $15.99 since this was originally published.

These soft slippers suit toddlers who need slip-resistant soles for running around the house, and right now they're $1 off the usual $16 price. Buy Now at Amazon

These lightweight sneakers suit toddlers learning to walk, since the barefoot-style sole lets them feel the ground for better balance, and right now they're $5.09 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

These soft house slippers suit toddlers who need slip-resistant soles for running around the house, and right now they're $1 off the $17 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

These slippers suit toddlers who need grip while running around on hardwood or tile floors, thanks to the non-slip soles, and right now they're $1.70 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Designed with a roomier toe box, these work well for kids with wider feet who need extra room without sizing up, and they're currently $2.39 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Wide toe boxes give little feet room to splay naturally, which matters if your toddler is just starting to walk or has wider feet than standard shoe lasts allow, and right now they're $3 off the $20 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

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Durable, easy-on sneakers that suit toddlers still mastering shoes on their own, with Velcro straps instead of laces, and currently $5 off the $20 list price on Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Durable, easy-on sneakers that suit active toddlers still mastering their own shoes, and right now you'll pay $5 less than the usual $20 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Durable, easy-on sneakers that suit active toddlers still mastering their own shoes, and right now you'll pay $5 less than the usual $20 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

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These work well for toddlers who need a fun reason to keep slippers on instead of running around in socks, and at $14.88 that's about $3 off the $17.99 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Toddlers who get a kick out of light-up shoes will find these fun, and the secure closure makes them easy for small hands or busy parents to manage without a fight at drop-off. Buy Now at Target

Light-up soles tend to motivate reluctant toddlers to get their shoes on without a fight, and these hold up well for everyday running around at daycare or the playground. Buy Now at Target

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Zero-drop soles let growing feet move naturally instead of being shaped by a raised heel, which makes these worth a look for parents prioritizing foot development over cushioning. At $22.94, you'd pay $1.35 more at list price. Buy Now at Amazon

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Flexible, wide-toe-box soles make these a solid pick for parents interested in barefoot-style shoes that let a kid's feet move and grip naturally. Currently listed at $21.58, just a penny below the $21.59 list price, so there's no real discount to speak of right now. Buy Now at Amazon

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Barefoot-style sneakers like these give growing feet room to move naturally, which matters if you're trying to avoid the stiff support of traditional kids' shoes, and right now they're only 28 cents off the $21.59 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

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These work well for early walkers who need a flexible, lightweight sole for learning to balance, and at $14.97 you're basically paying list price since the discount is only a penny. Buy Now at Amazon

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These flexible, barefoot-style soles work well for toddlers just learning to walk, giving their feet more natural ground feedback than a stiff-soled shoe. At $15.98 versus the $15.99 list price, there's essentially no discount here, so buy based on fit and style rather than any savings. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $31.99 since this was originally published.

Kids who like showing off their shoes will get a kick out of the built-in light-up soles, and these are currently $2 off the $32 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $16.99 since this was originally published.

Slip-on sneakers like these make sense for toddlers still mastering laces and velcro, cutting down on the daily shoe-fighting struggle. At $15.98, the price is essentially unchanged from the $15.99 list, so timing this purchase around the sale doesn't really matter. Buy Now at Amazon