Kids wear waterproof and work well for very cold or snowy conditions.
Shell Pants Protection
Kids shell pants are made of snow gaiters to protect the lower leg and ankles and to keep snow out of boots. Some have bibs and suspenders and lined pockets for cold tiny hands.
Shell Pants for Boys and Girls
The tough elastic waistband on shell pants, whether hard or soft shell can be adjusted.
* Added benefits include lined pockets that help keep a child's hands warm if their mittens get wet.
Soft Shell vs. Hard Shell
water resistant and do allow sweat vapors to escape at the same time. Some parents feel that there is little difference between the two, while others feel that the soft shell pant is more comfortable and less cumbersome.