These are cotton fabric shoes that are lined with a soft breathable fleece. Sizes 5” and up come with **SOFT** ToughTek rubber soles that are water, slip and heat resistant. If you would like to upgrade to the harder rubber soles that are sewn into leather, add it to your cart by going to the listing (https://mymeltedsoles.com/products/harder-sole-upgrade).
In order to get accurate sizing please measure the child's foot from heel to biggest toe and add .25"-.5" for growing room (personal preference). 