Every year around spring time kids get excited about heading outside for some fun in the sun.

Warm weather is finally on the way and that means plenty of outdoor activities for the kids. They’ll be busy all summer playing at the playgrounds, at the amusement parks, fairs, and probably some time at the lake.

As spring turns into summer it means sandal season and that includes the kids.

After some digging we found ten great sandals for boys and girls for the summer of 2011.

Check them out.

10 Summer Sandals for Kids – 2011

It’s summer so expose those toes and enjoy the hot weather!

Girls

Keen Sunport

Shop: Keen Sunport

Talk about fun colors for summer. These bright sandals from Keen are perfect for the little adventurer. They’re fun and colorful and will draw plenty of compliments this summer. Keen offers the unique bungee tightening string to make sure these sandals stay snug on kids’ feet all day long.

etnies Kona

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These sandals have all the sparkle and shine to make wearing them a blast. They come in different colors to give little skaters plenty of style this summer. These are also easy to get on and off with the big adjustable strap. Skater style from etnies is always a sure bet for great sandals.

Nina Lady

Shop: Nina Lady

Simple design for great style. These little flips are perfect for summer. The little flower detail adds just the right charm to this sandal from Nina. The green and pink combination will be popular this spring, but it also comes in other colors to fit any outfit.

ROBeeZ Aloha

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For the kids experiencing their first summer there are great sandals from ROBeeZ. These have been popular everywhere and you’ll only see more as the hot summer months go on. This cute style will look great with any outfit and it’s made to stay on the feet so kids can’t kick them off and lose them.

Kenneth Cole Keepstakes

Shop: Kenneth Cole Keepstakes

Here are some fun gladiator style girls sandals. The color burst is great for summer style. The flowers are a fun little extra detail and the straps are adjustable so growing kids can wear them for the entire season. These sandals are great for any summer activity.

Boys

Timberland Little Harbor

Shop: Timberland Little Harbor

Boys love orange and blue and Timberland has the perfect pair of summer shoes. These sandals are great for all the abuse boys can throw at them. They’re even good to go in the water. This is the perfect go-to sandal for summer fun wherever your travels take you and the family.

Timberland Hypertrail Fisherman

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You’re little man can be just like dad in these fisherman shoes from Timberland. They’re made for all the outdoors can throw at your boys this summer. From the water to the woods these shoes are ready for anything. The bungee chord tightening system makes it easy to keep these on your feet no matter what the activity. These will even take on water and stains.

The North Face Base Camp

Shop: The North Face Base Camp

These were included in the Men’s Flip Flops guide for the summer 2011. You’re little guy can take advantage of these comfy flips too. They come in black and green for the classic boy style. They also feature the new egg-crate insole for extra comfort this summer. And the soft strap won’t scratch or wear on those little feet either.

etnies Iconic

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The classic slip on sandal is featured here from etnies. The style has the classic appeal boys love. They’re easy to slip on and off and go with just about any combination of shorts and a tee shirt. The upper strap is adjustable so they’re grow with your boy’s feet this summer. These are the go anywhere kind of sandal even if that is just around the house or over to the park.

Keen Newport H2

Shop: Keen Newport H2

You can spend time in and out of the water this summer and these shoes from Keen will stay comfortable the entire time. Keen makes some of the most durable outdoor shoes on the market and as we all know kids put their shoes through some abuse especially during adventurous summers.

Kids Playing image courtesy of Pink Sherbet Photography