Yes, they do, especially if they swim in a public pool. Since swim goggles help kids see in the water, they can make them more comfortable and confident in the pool. Many swim goggles offer protection from the sun, so wearing goggles will keep their eyes from being damaged. Swim goggles will also protect against debris and bacteria in the pool. Pool water is disinfected with chlorine, but the PH balance must be right for this to be effective. This balance is hard to control in public pools often resulting in either high levels of chlorine or bacteria, so goggles will protect kids from red irritated eyes after a long day at the pool.