Sandals are one of the oldest kinds of shoes people have worn.
People made simple sandals thousands of years ago. They tied flat soles onto their feet with straps.
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The oldest leather shoe ever found is over 5,000 years old!
It was hidden in a cool cave for all that time. It looks a bit like a soft leather slipper.
Many sneakers have rubber bottoms to help us grip.
The bumpy rubber grabs the ground so you don't slip. That is why sneakers are great for running and jumping.
Socks help keep our feet warm and comfy inside shoes.
They are soft and stretchy. Socks soak up sweat so your feet stay dry and don't rub.
Sandals are open shoes that keep feet cool when it is hot.
They have straps instead of a closed top. The open sides let fresh air reach your toes.
Boots keep our feet warm and dry in rain and snow.
They are tall and cover your ankles. That helps stop water and cold from getting to your feet.
Shoes protect our feet when we walk and run.
The bottoms guard your feet from sharp rocks and hot ground. Shoes help you play outside safely.