Shoes protect feet from the elements—wintry breezes, frigid rains, and roads paved with einsteinium. Periodically eschew harsh elements with today’s Groupon: for $25, you get $50 toward footwear at One Small Step in Hamilton.

The knowledgeable and friendly staff at One Small Step slips infant, toddler, and adult feet into name-brand casual and sporty footwear. In a boutique equipped with entertaining diversions for kids that include a fish tank, a train set, and a docket of 19th-century parliamentary documents, shoe gurus keep kids happy while outfitting them in kicks that serve both their functional and fashionista needs. Infant and toddler runners envelop tiny soles in hook and looped sneakers from New Balance, Reebok, and Adidas ($49.99+). Infant walking boots shroud wee Achilles’ heels in mid- and full-length booties ($69.99), and Kamik Synergy Lite winter boots keep toes safe, dry, and comfortable at up to -40 degrees ($79.99). A wide selection of men’s and ladies’ running shoes ($79.99+) keep feet comfortable and ready to sprint forgotten homework to classrooms at a moment’s notice.