Everyday school pants work well for kids who need to get dressed without a fight, since the elastic pull-on waist skips the button-and-zip battle while the wide leg still looks put-together. Buy Now at Target

Built for competitive play with a traditional low-rise fit, these suit softball players who want a fitted, non-piped look on the field, and at $27 you're paying $3 less than the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Your kid gets another year out of a flare silhouette without growing out of the rise, since these sit lower on the hip instead of the usual high waist found in most girls' pants. Target carries a range of washes, so you can match them to whatever's already in her closet. Buy Now at Target

Soft fleece sweatpants with a wide leg fit are worth grabbing for girls who want comfort without feeling like they're wearing standard joggers, and Target keeps them priced low enough to stock up in a few colors. Buy Now at Target

Comfortable, no-fuss pants for kids who can't be bothered with buttons or zippers, with an elastic waist that makes dressing (and bathroom trips) quick and easy. The wide leg cut gives room to move, so they're a solid pick for active days at school or play. Buy Now at Target

Update: The price has dropped to $27.08 since this was originally published.

Youth football players who need real protection without extra bulk will appreciate the built-in pads in these pants, which save you from buying separate gear and fumbling with attachment systems on game day. Buy Now at Amazon

Fit matters more than most parents realize when it comes to kids actually running and sliding comfortably, and the knicker-length cut here pairs well with stirrups or high socks for that classic baseball look. Good pick for little leaguers who want a true ballplayer silhouette instead of standard full-length pants. Buy Now at Amazon

Youth baseball players who need a traditional knicker-style fit will get a durable, true-to-team-look pant here, and at $33.50 you're paying just over $3 less than the $36.68 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Loose, wide-leg fit and soft fleece make these a solid pick for girls who want comfort over anything fitted, and the floral print gives them a bit more personality than basic sweatpants. Buy Now at Target

Comfortable and low-maintenance, these fleece sweatpants suit kids who need something warm to throw on for school or weekend lounging without fussing over fit. Buy Now at Target

Target has these in the kids' section for days spent at the easel or anywhere else that calls for comfort over structure, since the knit fabric and flare cut let your kid move freely without tugging at a waistband. The floral foldover top adds a bit of personality without needing a separate top to match. Buy Now at Target

Cozy fleece sweatpants work well for school mornings when your kid needs something comfortable they can pull on without a fuss, and the barrel leg cut gives a looser, more relaxed fit than standard joggers. Buy Now at Target

Fans of the Huntrix look will appreciate these for everyday wear, since the scuba fabric and flare cut give an on-trend style without the fuss of zippers or buttons, and the pull-on waistband makes them easy for kids to manage themselves. Buy Now at Target

These skirted leggings work well for active kids who need coverage during cartwheels or playground time without the bulk of a separate skirt, and at $12.62 for two, that's $14.36 off the $26.98 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $39.99 since this was originally published.

Stretchy and roomy through the leg, these work well for kids who find regular sweatpants too restrictive, and the 3-pack puts the per-pair cost well under $13 at the current $36.79 price, $3.20 off the $39.99 list. Buy Now at Amazon

These stretchy cargo-style pants work well for school days or weekend play since you get three pairs without doing laundry every other day, and at $32, that's $8 off the $40 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

These stretchy cargo-style sweatpants work well for active kids who need play clothes that can handle daily wear across three color options, and at $33.59 you're paying $8.40 less than the $41.99 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $39.99 since this was originally published.

For kids who live in sweatpants, this 3-pack covers laundry gaps with a wide leg cut that's roomy without being baggy, and it's currently $3.20 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

These work well for kids who want a relaxed, trend-forward fit with pockets for everyday wear, and the 3-pack saves you from doing laundry every other day; right now it's $6.40 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Stretchy and roomy through the leg, these work well for kids who find regular sweatpants too restrictive, and the 3-pack puts the per-pair cost well under $13 at the current $36.79 price, $3.20 off the $39.99 list. Buy Now at Amazon