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Test Drive: Kids' Shoes and Toddler Shoes

Kids' Shoe Reviews for Toddler Shoes and Kid's Shoes

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Are you having trouble finding great shoes for your kids? Well then, let me and my trusty Test Drivers help. My Test Drivers have put some of the hottest kids' shoes to the test to help you find the best shoes for your kids.

Test Drive: Payless Kids' Shoes Review for Girls and Boys

Test Driver Reese in her Payless ShoesImage by Reese's mom
Everyone knows that Payless had great prices on shoes for kids and adults, but what will my 4 Test Drivers and their mom think of Payless shoes? I had 4 kids take 4 pairs of Payless kids' shoes out for a Test Drive to see if they are stylish, comfortable, and kid-approved. Let's see what they had to say...

Test Drive: Little Soles Kids' Shoes for Girls

Test Drive: Little Soles Kids' Shoes for GirlsImage by Anna's mom
Little Soles sent 4 of my little girl Test Drivers each a pair of their favorite kids' shoes. What did they think?

Test Drive: pediped Back to Preschool Shoes for Kids

Test Drive: pediped Back to Preschool Shoes for KidsImage by Dylan's mom
pediped makes high-quality shoes for babies, toddler and little kids. pediped lovers start their little ones out with a pair of pediped Originals, move their early walkers into a pair of Grip 'n Gos and finally, they dress their confident walkers in a pair of pediped Flex shoes. pediped is committed to keeping growing feet supported, comfortable and of course, in style.

Test Drive: Little Soles Kids' Shoes for Toddler Boys

Test Drive: Little Soles Kids' Shoes for Toddler BoysImage by Landon's mom
Little Soles, a Canadian Kids' Shoe company sent 4 of my handsome, toddler boy, Test Drivers 4 of their favorite styles. Little Soles is a newish company that strives to produce fashion-forward shoes that are comfortable, non-toxic and kid-friendly. Let's see what my little Test Drivers and their moms had to say about Little Soles shoes.

Test Drive: Stride Rite The Last Airbender Shoes for Back to School 2010

Test Driver Kaitlyn in her The Last Airbender Girls' Shoes by Stride Rite - KataraImage by Kaitlyn's mom
Is your kid all about summer's biggest move, The Last Airbender? If so then you should check out these awesome The Last Airbender Shoes by Stride Rite. I am usually not a fan of character wear, but this is character wear done right. The designs are fashionable and the character influence is strong enough for kids to love and subtle enough not to make adults cringe. And, they are made by Stride Rite, so you know the shoes are quality.

Test Drive: etnies Skater-Inspired Shoes for Girls for Back to School 2010

Test Driver Madelynn in her Back to School Shoes by etniesImage by Madelynn's mom
etnies is one of America's favorite brands for skater shoes; and my Test Drive girls are here to tell you that skater shoes aren't just for boys. etnies send 2 of my Test Drive Girls each a pair of Back to School shoes. What did they think?

Test Drive: Stride Rite Kids' Shoes for 2010

Test Driver Miles in his Back to School Shoes by Stride Rite: SlingshotsImage by Miles's mom
Stride Rite is America's most trusted name in toddler shoes and kids' shoes. They take their excellent reputation seriously, and continue to produce high quality kids' shoes. They are known for their design, comfort and generous warranties. Stride Rite kids' shoes are available in a wide variety of styles and sizes and even widths, so any kid can find a pair they'll love.

Test Drive: Read My Feet Funky Flip Flops for Girls

Test Driver Brenna in her Read My Feet Flip FlopsImage by Brenna's Mom
Read My Feet Flip Flops are fun, funky and fabulously fashionable. Girls love these embellished, easy-to-wear flip flops, especially since they are decorated with some adorable, kid-friendly shoe jewelery. Why wear boring flip flops when you can rock out these blinged out beauties?

Test Drive: Becky Bones Skater Inspired Shoes for Girls

Test Driver Audra in her Becky Bones Skater ShoesImage by Audra's Mom
Becky Bones is a radical line of girls' skater shoes that feature fun and funky designs. Their designs are in-your-face, colorful and stylish. But, not only are these cool skater shoes totally in style, but they encourage kids to think about and help the Earth. Becky Bones donates a full 25% of of their profits green projects like planting trees, starting recycling programs and more grassroots endeavors created by kids tweens and teens. Cool, huh?

Test Drive: Fashion Forward dav kids Rainboots for Girls

Test Driver Sophie in her dav kids Rainboots and UmbrellaImage by Sophie's Mom

Splash into fashion with dav kids rainboots for girls. dav is a California based fashion company which concentrates on designing stylish, hip rain gear that functions as awesomely as it looks. Let's see what my fashionista Test Drivers thought about their dav rainboots and coordinating umbrellas.

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