Kid Scoop News—January 2025

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ozens of schools across the country are banning Crocs.

Why? Because the colorful clogs can slip off when children run. This causes tripping and sometimes injuries.

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Crocs can be worn two ways, with the strap on top or along the backside of the ankle. Many students prefer to wear them without the back straps in place. And this could be a problem if a student is playing and running or needs to move quickly. Running Into Trouble

How many pairs of shoes can you make with sets of left and right shoes? Shoe Sorter

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Crocs can hold moisture on the skin, which can lead to blisters. Also, moist feet can create funky foot odor. Phew! Feet Get Funky

While some schools have banned students from wearing Crocs at school, that doesn’t mean they should never wear Crocs or similar shoes. But it does provide a reminder of which shoes are best for different activities. If The Shoe Fits …

Some also say the shoes don’t provide enough arch support to kids’ feet. Charming?

Another reason some schools give for banning Crocs is that the shoes can be distracting, especially when decorated with charms called jibbitz .

Crocs decorated with jibbitz – small collectible rubber charms.

© Vicki Whiting January 2025

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