A great first time tapper tap shoe, from Capezio, the 442 Tapster features a durable soft PU upper, cushioned foam insole., the back of the shoe is notched out to provide comfort to the Achilles tendon. Rubber patch sole to keep you from slipping, the Capezio Teletone Jr taps are already attached. Capezio says these are sized for men so youhave to bump down a bit for ladies. I am trying to give you measurements for all the sizes I have listed. These measurements are taken from the very front of the shoe to the back seam of the heel. (so you can't measure your feet). Laces are included. NOW, we are not telling you to go down 2 sizes, that is some copy from the Caezio catalog, I say for little boys, measure their shoes and buy close to street shoe. rdhs