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$759
Board Book · Ages 3–6 · 1986
Shoes
Discover the adventures of four kids and their extraordinary shoes in a lively, rhyming tale.
26 pages
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 161 ratings
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Books About Shoes · 74 titles considered
The Best Shoes Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about shoes? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Shoes
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019
Sadie and the Silver Shoes
By Jane Godwin, Anna Walker (Illustrator)
Sadie's prized shoe is lost. How will she cope with just one?
32 pages· 519 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 396 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017
Rocket Shoes
By Sharon Skinner, Ward Jenkins (Illustrator)
A boy's rocket shoes are banned, but a snowstorm forces him to choose between rules and rescue.
40 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 25 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007
The Orange Shoes
By Trinka Hakes Noble, Doris Ettlinger (Illustrator)
A school event turns dark, testing a young girl's courage and heart.
38 pages· 804 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 262 ratings
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011
Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes
This book narrates Pete's experiences as he goes to school for the first time and participates in various activities throughout the day.
40 pages· 350 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 12,966 ratings
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$1710
Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2007
Four Feet, Two Sandals
Two girls share a pair of sandals, forging a friendship amidst the challenges of refugee life.
32 pages· 878 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 912 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2011
Dog in Boots
By Greg Gormley, Roberta Angaramo (Illustrator)
A dog seeks the perfect shoes, inspired by a cat's tale.
32 pages· 485 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 987 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014
New Shoes
By Susan Lynn Meyer, Eric Velasquez (Illustrator)
A girl faces discrimination at a shoe store and plans to change her community's future.
32 pages· 1,144 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,251 ratings
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2009
Never Walk in Shoes That Talk
Roscoe's knack for destruction might just help his friend get new shoes.
128 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 310 ratings
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$3325
Chapter Book · 2023
A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers
Discover basketball's evolution through the iconic sneakers that defined eras and transformed the game.
256 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 168 ratings
$35.00Save 5%
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Shoes Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about shoes for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$695
Good Job, Athena!
Ages 1–3 · 2016
Arachne takes credit for Athena's work. Can she face the truth?
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$999
Gossie
Ages 1–3 · 2002
A gosling searches for her missing red boots, uncovering surprises.
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$999
Ollie the Stomper
Ages 0–3 · 2003
Ollie wants boots like his friends. Will he find his own path?
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$699
Shoe-la-la!
Ages 2–4 · 2011
Four friends embark on a whimsical quest for the perfect party shoes.
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$799
My New Shoes
Ages 3–6 · 2018
A little bear's shoe shopping adventure sparks imagination and fun.
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$999
Baby Shoes
Ages 0–5 · 2006
A baby's new shoes turn into a colorful adventure.
The Right Shoes for Me
Ages 3–5
Explore shoes and find the perfect fit in this interactive adventure.
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$999
Colors with Ladybug
Ages 0–3 · 2018
A ladybug's shoes change colors on a magical journey.
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Shoes Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about shoes for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1899
Juno Valentine and the Magical Shoes
Ages 4–6 · 2018
A magical room of shoes leads Juno on adventures through time and space.
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$1799
Red Shoes
Ages 3–5 · 2020
A pair of red shoes connects two girls across continents, sharing joy and stories as they travel from one owner to the next.
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$599
One Hundred Shoes
Ages 4–6 · 2002
A centipede must figure out how to choose and keep track of one hundred shoes.
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$1299
Shoes for Me!
Ages 4–8 · 2011
Hippo searches for the perfect new shoes. Will she find them?
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$1899
The Tale of the Tiger Slippers
Ages 4–8 · 2019
A tiger's worn slippers hold the secret to his success, but can he truly part with them?
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$1799
Kicks
Ages 4–7 · 2022
Discover the magic of sneakers that let you soar in this rhythmic adventure.
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$1695
My Kicks
Ages 5–7 · 2017
A boy must part with his beloved sneakers, discovering new adventures await with a fresh pair.
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$999
The Boy Who Grew Flowers
Ages 4–8 · 2005
A boy's secret blooms under the full moon, changing his life forever.
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$1999
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes
Ages 3–6 · 2010
A cat's shoes change color as he steps in different things.
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$1799
Birdie's Big-Girl Shoes
Ages 3–6 · 2009
A girl tries on her mom's shoes, discovering what it means to grow up.
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$1799
King Louie's Shoes
Ages 4–8 · 2017
A king's quest for height leads to a royal tumble.
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$1699
Bear Needs Help
Ages 3–7 · 2019
A bear with an untied shoe seeks help from frightened animals. Can two birds save the day?
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Shoes Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about shoes for developing and independent readers.
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$799
September Sneakers
Ages 6–9 · 2014
A missing hamster and mysterious sneakers lead four friends on a puzzling quest.
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$599
Freddie Ramos Springs Into Action
Ages 7–10 · 2010
Super-speed shoes lead to unexpected adventures and missing mysteries.
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$899
Tashi and the Dancing Shoes
Ages 6–8 · 2002
A boy races against time to outsmart a deadly prophecy.
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$699
Freddie Ramos Takes Off
Ages 7–10 · 2010
A mysterious box grants super speed. Can Freddie become a hero?
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$499
Young Cam Jansen and the Molly Shoe Mystery
Ages 6–8 · 2008
Cam Jansen must solve the mystery of Aunt Molly's missing high heels.
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$2132
Katie's New Shoes
Ages 5–7 · 2011
Katie needs shoes with pizzazz. Will she find the perfect pair?
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$599
Freddie Ramos Adds It All Up
Ages 7–10 · 2020
Freddie's powers can't find Amy or solve his math troubles. Can he succeed?
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$2499
The Stolen Slipper
Ages 6–8 · 2019
A lost slipper, an evil plot, and a race to save the day.
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$599
Freddie Ramos Hears It All
Ages 7–10 · 2019
A boy with super hearing must resist the urge to eavesdrop.
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$699
Freddie Ramos Zooms to the Rescue
Ages 7–10 · 2011
A young boy uses his super speed to save his school and community from various challenges and mysteries
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$599
Freddie Ramos Gets a Sidekick
Ages 7–9 · 2021
Freddie must solve a mystery without his Zapato Power.
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$599
Freddie Ramos Tracks Down a Drone
Ages 7–9 · 2020
Freddie faces a drone threat and family changes. Can his Zapato Power save the day?