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Sized for growing feet still building coordination, these little kid runners come with a lightweight, flexible sole suited to everyday play, and Zappos has them for $46.80, about $5 off the $52 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the New Balance Kids Fuelcell Play v1 shoes with hook-and-loop closures, so they're worth a look if you're outfitting a young runner who can't manage laces yet. The FuelCell cushioning gives them more energy return than a typical kids' sneaker, which suits active kids who are on their feet all day at school or recess. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the Nike Kids Court Borough Low Recraft Shoes, a straightforward lace-up sneaker built for everyday wear at school or on the playground rather than performance sport. The low-profile design and durable outsole make it a sensible pick for parents who want a casual shoe that can handle daily scuffs without falling apart. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos carries the New Balance Kids 996v6 in a range of sizes, and it's worth a look for parents who want a sturdy lace-up sneaker that holds up to daily playground wear without breaking down after a few months. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos carries the New Balance Kids Rave Run v2 in a range of sizes and widths, which matters if your child needs extra room or a narrower fit that standard kids' shoes don't offer. Lightweight and cushioned, they suit active kids who run around all day at school or on the playground. Buy Now at Zappos

Streetgato shoes are built with a low-profile, gum rubber sole made for indoor and street soccer, so they suit kids who play on pavement or hard courts rather than grass fields. Zappos has them at $40, which is $22 (about 35%) off the $62 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

Zappos has the Nike Kids Omni Shoes, a solid pick for parents who need a durable, easy on-off sneaker for active kids who go through shoes fast. Buy Now at Zappos

Chunky retro styling with the durable slip-resistant sole Vans is known for makes these a solid pick for parents who want something that holds up to playground use without looking overly technical. Zappos carries a range of sizes and colorways, so there's room to match your kid's actual taste in the process. Buy Now at Zappos

Little kids who are hard on their shoes can wear these without much worry, since the classic Old Skool build holds up to daily playground use. Zappos has this size for $31.50, which is $13.50 off the $45 list price. Buy Now at Zappos

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

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