Converse Kids' Shoes & Sneakers

Do you know who created the very first pair of basketball shoes? It was Converse. The Converse All-Stars were, in fact, the OG basketball sneaker. For more than a century, athletes and casual wearers alike have celebrated the timeless appeal of Converse sneakers. Chances are several generations of your family have owned a pair of these classic court shoes at some point. Hibbett | City Gear wants to outfit the next generation in Converse kicks, too. That’s why we carry toddler, preschool and grade school kids'-size Converse sneakers online and in stores!

What About Chuck?

Have you ever wondered how “Chucks” and “Chuck Taylors” got their name? Chuck Taylor was the original celebrity sneaker endorser. In the early 1920s, basketball player and product salesman Chuck Taylor teamed up with Converse to create a better-performing court shoe, the sneaker we now know as the All-Star. While the original sneaker was composed of a cotton canvas, subsequent models also included leather. You know your shoes are “Chucks” by their generous rubber toe cap, signature stitching along the upper, the Converse star emblem and gum-colored soles.

Naming conventions vary from Converse All-Star to Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star, but whatever you call them, one thing remains clear: Chucks are some of the most timeless shoes on the planet. While not widely worn on the court these days, anyone from school kids to skateboarders can sport a pair of Chuck Taylors. Converse boys’ and girls’ shoes match almost any outfit or style. Whether your kid prefers a high cut rendition or wants to sport a low cut sneaker, Hibbett | City Gear offers a variety of cuts and colors to keep kids of all ages happy and supported. In addition to classic black and white colors, look for primary reds and yellows, along with trendier patterned options.

Kids' Converse Sneaker Sizing

Are you looking for a classic pair of Chuck Taylors for toddlers or do you want to add to your PreK daughter’s Converse girls’ shoe collection? Do you need a pair of grade school Converse boys’ shoes to fit your hard-to-please elementary school son? If you shop in-stores at your local Hibbett | City Gear, our shoe pros can help your kid get the best fit. If you’re browsing online, keep in mind that Chucks have a more generous fit, usually running a half-size larger than other brands. For more tips on how to properly measure your child's shoe size, you can always check out our handy sizing guide, too.

Converse Connections

From 1920s-era basketball courts and school hallways to the main stage and the catwalk, Converse sneakers espouse that good ole’ can-do American spirit. Even as the sneaker world evolves, Converse All-Stars hold true to what works — solid craftsmanship, superior materials and timeless design. That’s why you’re as likely to find a pair of Chucks in your own wardrobe as you are in your kids’ closet. From toddlers to tweens, Converse are outfit staples. Visit Hibbett | City Gear in-stores or browse our online inventory to continue the time-honored Chuck Taylor tradition with your kids.