Keeping kids' hands warm
Mitts for tots and teenagers
Mittens have been around for as long as humans in cold climes needed warm hands. Notably, mittens don't have separate spaces for each finger, only one for the thumb. Because of this, gloves mittens for kids are a really great option. As very young brains can't yet communicate to little fingers what goes where, it can take an inordinate amount of time to put gloves on kids. Enter the mitten, as only the thumb has to be separated. Frustration over!
Cosy hands quick
The best thing about mittens is the kids' hands start warm and stay cosy. They are easy to put on and easy to keep on. Because the finger part is all in one, manufacturers can use thicker linings, like sheepskin, that gives that added layer of protection and comfort. On the other hand, padded gloves can feel bulky, and can be uncomfortable for the wearer.
Drawback on movement
Although mittens are a great option especially for smaller kids, parents should be aware that they unfortunately can restrict the wearer's movement. Mittens make it difficult for kids to grip. So, for example, gloves are better for bike riding. But if the intended activity is building a snowman, then mittens are perfect. Significantly, little hands can pickup and roll snow, while little fingers stay warm and dry.
My mittens are with my jacket
Clever manufacturers have come up with the idea to attach mittens to the sleeves of kids' winter jackets. Notably, this is a great boon for parents who now only have to locate one item. Because the gloves attach to the jacket, they cannot get lost, whether the wearer is outside, or even when the gloves have been put away. Significantly, toddler's parents no longer have to spend hours digging to the back of the closet for one lost glove.
Ski mittens for kids
As fantastic as mittens are they are probably the second choice for kids once they're teenagers. Older kids need control, best achieved with separate fingers. Nevertheless, mittens are great for smaller kids, for all the same reasons they're also great for everyday outdoor activities. Pointedly, preparing small kids for the slopes, mittens can be put onto hands without the fuss of finding individual fingers. Ultimately, this means less fuss and more fun. Also, when the jacket has the gloves attached, it's even better still.