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Measure Your Child’s Feet at Home — The Easy Way: Printable Shoe Size Charts

Our printable foot measurement charts will help you determine your shoe size. To measure your foot, click on the appropriate link below, print the page that appears and follow the directions on your print out. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view these shoe size charts.

The guide is simple and parent-friendly.

All you need is a flat space to measure, a piece of tape, a pencil, and a pair of scissors.

Once printed, the process is quick, clear, and stress-free — making it easier than ever to find the right fit for your child.

With the correct measurements in hand, shopping for your child’s shoes online becomes more confident and convenient. Whether you’re browsing baby or toddler styles, knowing the right size helps ensure comfort, support, and proper foot development — without the trial-and-error of trying on multiple pairs.

And whenever possible, we always recommend an in-store fitting to double-check sizing and growth — because growing feet deserve extra care.

For the most accurate results, please print this document on 8.5” x 11” paper at 100% scale (full size). Do not resize or scale the page.

FIND YOUR KIDS’ SIZES

For best results, try to measure when your child is standing still

(we know… easier said than done).

Place your child’s heel inside the solid line at the base of the chart. Have your child stand with their full weight on the foot being measured and make sure all toes are relaxed and flat.

The line that reaches the longest toe indicates the correct size. Shorter lines between numbers represent half sizes. Since one foot is often slightly larger than the other, be sure to measure both feet and always choose the size that fits the larger foot.

And whenever possible, we always recommend an in-store fitting to double-check sizing and growth — because growing feet deserve extra care.

MEASURING WIDTH (VERTICAL CHECK)

In addition to length, width is key for comfort and support. Have your child stand with full weight on the foot and check the widest area across the ball. If the foot extends beyond the width guides, a wider fit may be needed. Measure both feet and choose the larger fit when unsure.

MEASURING WIDTHS (HORIZONTAL CHECK)

Almost there — width matters too. When measuring the right foot, align your child’s instep (the inside of the foot) with the solid line on the left side of the chart. If the outside of the foot extends beyond the dotted line, a wide width may be needed. Repeat the same steps for the left foot, aligning the instep with the solid line on the right side of the chart. Proper width helps ensure comfort, balance, and healthy foot development — especially for growing feet.

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TIPS FOR SHOPPING ONLINE FOR KIDS SHOES

Infant Shoes

Infants are the hardest to shop for because their feet grow the fastest. A child’s feet can grow to be almost half of their adult shoe size in the first year of their life. Toddler’s shoe sizes tend to go up one size roughly every 3 months. Consider buying a shoe that is slightly too big to get more use out of it.

Children’s Shoes

Children’s shoes are often firmer than toddler shoes but still require flexibility. Between the age of four and five, most kid’s feet grow half a shoe size every four to five months. You can buy shoes that have some wiggle room but you should avoid buying shoes that are one size too big to avoid blisters and tripping.

Youth Shoes

Youth shoe sizing is applicable for children above the age of 6. At this age, kids tend to get a lot more active and need proper fitting athletic shoes. Athletic shoes that provide sufficient arch support will decrease the likelihood of developing any injuries and minimize inflammation of the heel growth plate.

Frequently asked questions

As toddlers learn to walk, they should be in either soft soled shoes or bare foot as much as possible to develop a proper sense of balance and muscle strength. Once your child start walking confidently without assistance is when you should consider into buying shoes with a firmer sole. A transition from pre-walking shoes to walking shoes often occurs within 7 – 18 months of age.
How Should Kid’s Shoes Fit?

The correct fit for kid’s shoes should leave roughly 1/4 of an inch or 0.7 cm of space between the end of the shoe and your child’s longest toe. This should ensure a comfortable fit and also provide adequate growing room.
Should You Buy Kid’s Shoes in a Bigger Size?

The most important factor is whether or not the shoe fits comfortably. However, you should always leave some room for your child’s feet to grow into the shoes. The type of socks that your child wears will also affect the sizing of the shoes so make sure to take that into consideration.
Will My Kids Wear the Same Size Shoe in Every Brand?

No. Although there are universal shoe sizes between different shoe brands, every type of shoe differs slightly in width, length, and depth. In-store youth shoe sizing mats can help you find a starting point. However, all brands have
How Often Do Kids Need New Shoes?

It’s common for your child to outgrow their shoe size about every 6 months. This can vary depending on what type of shoe you buy, how much room there is to grow in to, and also how fast your child’s feet grow.
Are American and Canadian Shoe Sizes the Same?

Yes. American and Canadian shoe sizes are the same. There is no need to worry about converting sizes in different measurements!
When Should Babies Start Wearing Shoes?

As toddlers learn to walk, they should be in either soft soled shoes or bare foot as much as possible to develop a proper sense of balance and muscle strength. Once your child start walking confidently without assistance is when you should consider into buying shoes with a firmer sole. A transition from pre-walking shoes to walking shoes often occurs within 7 – 18 months of age.

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