I bought these Boat Shoes for myself, not a kid. It seems that with a short, wide foot that boy's shoes fit better. They are perfect for slipping on and off quickly and kicking around my desert yard. Sandals don't work as well as you might think when the sand is 160 degrees. They are comfy and didn't give me blisters, like boat shoes usually do, and don't stink after I've had them on for a while. They look great with my jeans or shorts, even a jean skirt. The price was a steal, I couldn't find it cheaper anywhere on the internet or shopping the stores. Buy them.