It's raining, it's pouring...your kids are going to school with soggy sneakers. The excitement of puddle jumping is a joy of childhood that, for parents, also often means slippery little footprints in the hallway and damp socks getting smelly in the hamper. Rain boots eliminate that hassle while also saving you from that exasperating, unanswerable, question: why on Earth does a small, wet tennis shoes seem to take forever to dry out? With all the free time you'll have, you can get yourself a pair and join in on all the splashes and smiles.
Western Chief Boots
Kids will love picking out their own favorite colorful character or style. Sturdy rubber handles makes putting on quick and easy. Natural rubber soles.
Cost: $28-50
Online: Western Chief Kids
L.L. Bean Wellies
With a higher leg shaft to keep raindrops away, there is no puddle too deep on even the rainiest of days. Fleece inserts available for colder weather. Free shipping on all orders, no minimum total required.
Cost: $44.95
Online: L.L. Bean
Land's End Rain Boots
This high shaft boot offers a more sophisticated matte finish that older kids may prefer over the shiny polka dot and animal themed designs of most other options.
Cost: $39
Online: Land's End
Croc Jaunt
The super lightweight croc carries a boot that won't weigh down little feet one bit. Toddler-Adult sizes available.
Cost: $20-34.99, based on color.
Online: Crocs
--Genna McGahee
