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REI Co-op Rainier Rain Jacket — Toddler Review
We took the REI Rainier to Yellowstone in a downpour and Oren (2) stayed dry. Soft chin guard, a hood that stays put, true-to-size fit. It's a shell, so layer up.
Columbia Hikebound II Rain Jacket — Toddler Review
The comfiest toddler rain jacket we tested. The Hikebound II feels like cloth, not plastic, and it's still waterproof. The catch: mesh pockets that open straight to the inside.
Amazon Essentials Toddler Raincoat Review
Warm, cute, and easy on the budget. The quilted lining and insulated hood make it great for cold drizzle. But it's water-repellent, not waterproof, and it overheats in warm rain.
Reima Lampi Rain Jacket — Toddler Review
The most sealed-feeling toddler rain jacket we tested, with a detachable hood and PVC-free fabric. The catches: no pockets, no chin guard, and our 2T could fit our five-year-old.
Kids’ Shoe Size Chart: How to Measure Kids’ Feet (and Why Brands Disagree)
Kids' feet don't follow averages. Here's how we measure for shoes with paper, a pen, and a tape measure, plus the straw trick for shopping in a store.
How to Dress Kids for Snow and Cold Weather: A Layering Guide
A kid melting down outside in the cold is almost never a tolerance problem. It's a layering problem. Here's the system that actually keeps them warm, dry, and willing to stay outside.
Best Hiking Shoes and Boots for Kids 2026
We tested six kids' hiking shoes on lava, slickrock, and lakeshores across five states. The Salomon XA Pro V8 Waterproof won, the Salomon Speedcross is the one our tester actually reaches for, and the $60 KEEN Newport H2 outlasted everything.
Salomon XA Pro V8 Waterproof — Kids’ Hiking Shoe Review
A five-year-old hiked all of Delicate Arch in these and never once said his feet were hot. They're waterproof, grippy, and our top pick. The toe box is the catch.
Salomon Speedcross — Kids’ Hiking Shoe Review
The shoe our five-year-old reaches for every single morning. Light, grippy, and he can put it on himself. Just don't make it the only pair.
KEEN Newport H2 — Kids’ Sandal Review
Seven months, a water park, the Painted Hills, and one very hard-on-shoes five-year-old. They still look close to new after a wash. Just keep the hikes short.
