These shoes are great for toddlers learning independence when dressing themselves. The slippers are easy for my son to put on, and the velcro keeps them on securely. The bottom is a rubber type material that gives them a great grip on any floor surface, preventing slipping and sliding. My child finds these very comfortable, and was very upset when he grew out of the pair he previously had! So this is his second pair and we are both very happy with them.