how to measure child shoe size

 

Are you wondering how to measure a child's shoe size? There are two ways to measure: measuring from the widest point (in case of shoes with a round toe) or measuring from the heel.

So, if your child is four years old and wearing a size 1 shoe, then that would be about four inches long from widest point or three inches long from heel. And these are only general guidelines as every foot is different in length and width. You should always refer to the manufacturer's sizing chart when buying new shoes for children, which gives more accurate measurements than what we provided here.

Another thing to remember is that most children grow out of shoes at around age 5-6. So, if you purchase a size 1 shoe today, your child may not be able to wear it in another few months due to growth spurts.

 

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Now that you know the principles of how to measure child shoe size, here are some tips on how to properly measure:

• Put your thumb between your child's heel and the back of their foot. This will serve as a guide for measuring width. Make sure that the thumb is flat against the back and touching both heel and foot at all times. The thumb should not be folded or bent as this may cause an inaccurate reading.

• Put a ruler or measuring stick on top of your thumb and place it under the widest point of your child's toes or ball area of the foot where they bend (see diagram). This will serve as a guide for measuring height.

• You can also measure the length of his or her foot by placing the tip of the ruler on top of the heel or ball area and lining it up with where the toes bend (see diagram).

• Make sure that your child is standing on a firm surface so that their heel does not slip off. Also, keep in mind that a child's foot may be smaller than their shoe size.

 

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• Make sure that your measuring stick or ruler is level so that you can get an accurate measurement. Use a pen or pencil to draw a line and use this as a guide to measure the shoe size.

• When you go shopping, always bring the measuring stick or ruler with you. Measure before purchasing the shoe and again after trying it on your child to get an idea of how much room there is in the shoe for growth.

So, those are some tips on how to measure child shoe size. It might seem like a lot of work but it's really not that hard if you use our guide and these photos (to help you visualize). If you are still in doubt, ask a sales associate for help. This will ensure that your child gets shoes with the right fit.

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