Measure both feet
Have your child stand with full weight on each foot. Measure from the heel to the longest toe.
Free printable resource
Kids' Shoe Sizes Go to 13, Then Restart at 1. We Didn't Make the Rules.
The US kids' sizing system changes names and restarts its numbering as children grow. This printable guide organizes Toddler, Little Kid, and Big Kid sizes by measured foot length.
Download the Footminders Kids' Shoe Size Chart
Measure both feet, use the longer measurement, and find the closest corresponding size on the chart. Foot lengths are shown in both inches and centimeters.
The numbers restart, but the shoes keep getting larger.
On this reference scale, child size 13 is followed by youth size 1Y. The number restarts at 1, but the shoe continues to get larger. Some brands also offer size 13.5 and use different category names.
- US kids' sizes 4 through 13 and youth sizes 1Y through 7Y
- Foot lengths in inches and centimeters
- Approximate adult-size equivalents where applicable
- Step-by-step measuring and basic overpronation guidance
- Designed for clear printing in color or grayscale
PDF format • US Letter size • One page
Prefer an instant size and insole recommendation? Use the interactive Kids' Shoe Size Finder .
How to Get the Most Useful Size Estimate
Use the longer measurement
Do not add extra length to the measurement before comparing it with the chart.
Confirm the fit
Check the shoe brand's own chart, then verify toe room, width, heel security, and walking comfort.
This chart provides an approximate reference only. Shoe sizing and fit vary by brand, width, and shoe shape. Always check the manufacturer's size chart before buying.
