While we may dread the sky-high heating bills and icy roads, winter means something totally different to children, who embrace the season with excitement, anticipating the season’s first snowfall so they can break out their sleds and fling snowballs. Built to withstand the elements—with features like waterproof construction, synthetic insulation and traction outsoles—this selection of boots will keep kids warm and dry throughout the season.

Charmed by Kamik

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Retails for $65

The hot pink detailing on Charmed by Kamik dazzles, but this boot’s appeal is more than skin deep. Thirty percent lighter than the average kids’ boot, it features a seam-sealed waterproof construction and an adjustable faux fur snow collar.

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Retails for $99

Promising more excitement than the season’s first snow, Birki’s launches its premier winter styles. The Fun Boot uses the brand’s waterproof Fun Clog as its foundation, but adds an adjustable upper with faux shearling lining for cozy comfort. The slush-ready style is available in kids’ sizes 26–34.

HydroSeal boot by The North Face

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Retails for $80

The Storm Trooper, a waterproof HydroSeal boot by The North Face, racks up performance points with 200 gram synthetic insulation, seam-sealed construction, a Winter Grip rubber outsole and an easy-on/easy-off bungee system with secure Velcro instep. Offered in boys’ (shown here) and girls’ colorways.

Kaley Boot by Keen

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Retails for $65 to $70

A pink leather upper, faux shearling lining and adorable toggle accents make the Kaley Boot by Keen as attractive as it is durable. A non-marking natural rubber outsole keeps her feet firmly planted and a side zipper makes Kaley a cinch to secure on squirmy feet.

#909013K by Northside

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Retails for $39.99

Northside battles the winter chill with its kid's cold weather boot, available in both boys and girls colors. No matter what Mother Nature dishes out, #909013K is ready with a suede and nylon upper, shell construction and a traction outsole.

#909745KT by Splashers

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Retails for $19.99

She’ll pine for a chance to puddle jump in #909745KT—Splashers’ pull-on rainboot with a sweet strawberry design and whimsical leaf detail. Other features include pull-on side straps and a non-slip outsole. The water-ready boot is offered in girl’s and toddler’s sizes.

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