Crocs sure are all the rage right now...guess because they are comfortable and cute. It surprises me though in my workplace that 18 mth. olds are even wearing them. That age has a hard enough time staying upright and tend to trip over the shoes and they are easily removed too. Parents should practice more caution. Good ole lace up keds are the best and I still like the traditional Stride Rite "walking shoes" that all of mine wore when little!