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You won’t have to compromise style for shoes that fit your budget.
As we start back-to-school shopping for the fall, we face that age-old dilemma: How can we justify spending money on clothing and shoes that they’re going to grow out of or destroy in a few months? Fortunately, we actually don’t have to face that problem this year when it comes to sneakers for girls and boys. Of the many cute and functional kids’ sneakers available at Walmart right now, we found plenty that will fit in a tight budget.
We don’t ever want to compromise on quality when it comes to our kids’ shoes. There are cheap sneakers for boys and girls that will pinch in all the wrong places, fail to support those active feet, and fall apart after just a few rounds in the playground. Plus, we know how picky kids can be about what they put on their feet. If they’re the wrong color, lack sparkle, or don’t represent a favorite character, you may find yourself with a battle when it’s time to get out the door. And so often, finding durable sneakers that kids like means handing over more cash.
Not so in the case of these sneakers we found on Walmart’s virtual shelves. The prices are sometimes ridiculously low (as little as $8), while the designer styles will please even the most fashion-conscious boys and girls. And according to the customer reviews, these sneakers will stand the test of gyms, recess, sidewalks, and fields.
Shop these sneakers for kids now, and you’ll have more time to daydream about the day you’ll be taking those first-day-of-school photos and sending them off for the day.
Best Light-Up Sneakers for Boys and Girls
Athletic Works Toddler Light-Up Athletic Sneaker
Your kid will love showing off those lights to friends. You will love the added safety lighted sneakers provide when crossing the street come fall. In sizes 7T to 12C.
Avia Chunky Light up Athletic Sneaker
The combination of trendy form, delightful color, and function in these light-up sneakers is making us jealous that they’re not made for adults. In sizes 13C to 5Y.
Jurassic World Toddler Light-Up Athletic Sneaker
The T-Rex teeth and eyes on these sneakers are giving us Jurassic flashbacks, so your fierce toddler is going to eat them up. In sizes 8T to 13C.
Best Basketball Shoes for Boys and Girls
And1 Assist 3.0 Basketball Sneakers
And1 has been proving for years that basketball sneakers can be affordable and functional. The Assist 3.0 shows they can be stylish too. In sizes 12C to 6Y.
And1 Basketball Fierce Athletic High-Top Sneaker
Don’t let the playful leopard print and flashy colors fool you, these sneakers are meant for performance on the court and the playground. In sizes 13C to 6Y.
Shaq Retro High Top Athletic Basketball Sneakers
The pop of color in these retro sneakers is as cool as their shape. In sizes 1Y to 6Y.
Shaq Athletic High-Top Sneakers
Minimalist kids may prefer the Shaq high-tops in white or black instead of those bold colors. In 13C to 6Y.
Best Athletic Sneakers for Girls and Boys
Daeful Lightweight Breathable Tennis Shoes
Do these remind you of a certain sneaker designed by a rapper-turned-preacher who shall not be named? The important thing is they’re flexible, breathable sneakers for active kids. In sizes 9.5C to 5Y.
Fila Side-by-Side Athletic Sneaker
Yep, all the kids want to wear sneakers that closely resemble nursing shoes these days, and we are happy to accommodate such a sensible trend. In sizes 10.5C to 5Y.
Athletic Works Toddler Everyday Mesh Athletic Sneaker
It’s hard to imagine finding a better price on sneakers that kids can actually run in. (These are also available in big kids sizes and other colors.) In sizes 7T to 11C.
Athletic Works Slip-On Athletic Shoes
Who has time to tie their shoes before they run out to jump, skip, and play? Your kids certainly don’t. In sizes 13C to 6Y.
Best Stylish Street Sneakers for Girls and Boys
Wonder Nation Casual Skate Sneaker
Customers report that they’ve been pleasantly surprised by how sturdy and supportive these sneakers have been for their kids, especially when they’re available for less than $10. In sizes 12C to 6Y.
Wonder Nation Zipper Casual High-Top Sneaker
These rose-colored sneakers have the adjustability of laced high-tops and the ease of a zippered bootie. In sizes 13C to 5Y.
Wonder Nation Casual Metallic High-Top Sneaker
With their quilted metallic upper and sparkly touch, these zippered high-tops look like they’re from the future—a future we’d very much like to see. In sizes 13C to 5Y.
Badgley Mischka Tie Dye Slip-On Sneakers
The very same designer brand that makes stunning wedding gowns and red-carpet fashion is also dipping its toe into extremely affordable tie-dye kids’ shoes. In sizes 11C to 4Y.
Wonder Nation Rainbow Star Low-Top Court Sneaker
Stars for your star? These low-tops are made for your kid’s first-day-of-school outfit—and beyond. In sizes 12C to 6Y.