I was torn between ordering my 3 year old (wears a size 8) these "toddler" boots or the same size in the "little kid" boots. I'm so happy I went with these. My five year old son has the "little kid" style, and even in the same size 8, those would have been way to high for my little girl (she is average in height and weight). These are easy-on, easy-off, warm, comfortable, and stand up to our Vermont snow. They aren't super high, so if your little one is playing outside, you would definitely need snow pants. But for just casual aournd town things, they are perfect. She can put them on herself, and we always get compliments!