1. A pair of Asics pre-school running shoes that'll hold up to all sorts of kiddo shenanigans and are extra lightweight to give them extra zoomies power. (Look, whatever helps run them down before bedtime.

Literally.) Promising review: "Our family absolutely loves Asics, and we were thrilled to find their kids' models! My son’s favorite sneakers so far have been these . Not only do they have a sporty look, but they also offer fantastic stability, support, and cushioning.

The inner sole is super comfy, and the grip is excellent, which is perfect for active kids . Plus, they're lightweight and easy for younger ones to put on and take off by themselves. This is our second pair, and we just got the first one for my little daughter.

We couldn't be happier with them. I highly recommend these shoes, much better value than other brands – 5 out of 5!" — Christine's Elegance Price: $37.69+ (available in sizes 10–3 little kid and in 26 colors) 2.

A darling pair of Ikiki sandals with squeakers you can turn off. (Bless.) My son wore these all through his toddler years.

He loved them for the squeaky stomps and bright colors, and my partner and I loved them because we could basically use echolocation in crowded settings to ensure he never slipped away unnoticed. Promising review: "Got my granddaughter her third pair. First two were the closed sneaker.

The sandals are equally fantastic. These are super easy to put on. She loves squeaking around in them and we get noticed when out and.