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Packable THERMOBALL™ warmth made for chilly school days, family hikes, outdoor play, and adventures when the weather turns cool.
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Product Description
The North Face Kids’ THERMOBALL™ Hooded Jacket packs dependable warmth into a lightweight, adventure-ready layer made for kids on the move. From chilly outdoor-school mornings and family hikes to playground afternoons and weekend adventures, it’s an easy puffy to grab whenever the temperature drops.
THERMOBALL™ recycled synthetic-cluster insulation helps keep kids warm even when wet, while an updated quilting pattern is designed to minimize cold spots. The ripstop shell, attached hood, internal elastic cuffs, and secure-zip pockets add practical details for everyday exploring—and when the jacket isn’t needed, the whole thing packs into its own left hand pocket.
Why Parents Love It
- Warm even when wet: THERMOBALL™ recycled synthetic-cluster insulation helps maintain warmth even when it gets wet.
- Designed for consistent warmth: An updated quilting pattern helps minimize cold spots throughout the jacket.
- Packable for adventures: The entire jacket stows into its own left hand pocket, making it easy to tuck into a backpack or travel bag.
- Comfortable hood coverage: An attached three-piece hood adds warmth and coverage when chilly weather rolls in.
- Made for movement: Raglan sleeves support comfortable movement for climbing, exploring, hiking, and active outdoor play.
- Secure storage: Zip hand pockets keep small essentials and outdoor treasures tucked away.
- Recycled materials: The body, lining, and THERMOBALL™ insulation are made with recycled polyester.
Built for Real Outdoor Use
This is the kind of jacket that earns a spot in the backpack. Lightweight, warm, and packable, the Kids’ THERMOBALL™ Hooded Jacket is ready for crisp trail mornings, outdoor school, camping weekends, playground adventures, and those days when the temperature changes faster than the plans do.
Kids get warmth without needing a bulky jacket for every cool-weather adventure. Raglan sleeves give them room to move, internal elastic cuffs help create comfortable coverage at the wrists, and the attached hood is always there when the wind picks up. When the day warms up, simply pack the jacket into its own pocket and keep exploring.
Things to Know
- Synthetic insulation: THERMOBALL™ uses synthetic-cluster insulation rather than down.
- Warm when wet: The North Face specifically states that THERMOBALL™ recycled synthetic-cluster insulation helps keep kids warm even when wet.
- Warmth rating: The North Face gives this jacket a “Warm” benefit rating rather than its highest “Warmest” rating.
- Packable design: The jacket stows into its own left hand pocket for easy packing and carrying.
- Weather protection: The North Face does not list this jacket as waterproof, so we recommend pairing it with appropriate weather protection when conditions call for it.
- Updated youth sizing: The North Face notes that its youth sizing has been updated. Check the current size guide before choosing a size.
Product Details
- Brand: The North Face
- Model: Kids’ THERMOBALL™ Hooded Jacket
- Style: NF0A8EMF
- Insulation: 11 g/ft² THERMOBALL™ 100% post-consumer recycled polyester
- Body: 44 g/m² 100% recycled polyester ripstop
- Lining: 52 g/m² 100% recycled polyester ripstop
- Fit: Regular fit
- Hood: Attached three-piece hood
- Sleeves: Raglan sleeves
- Closure: VISLON® center front zipper with chin guard
- Pockets: Secure-zip hand pockets
- Packability: Stows into left hand pocket
- Cuffs: Internal encased elastic
- Identification: ID label
- Logo: Embroidered logo on left chest and back-right shoulder
- Center back length: 18 inches
- Sizes listed by vendor: 2T, 3T, 4T, 5, 6, 7
Why ODSS Recommends It
We love jackets that can keep up with the way families actually spend time outside. The Kids’ THERMOBALL™ Hooded Jacket provides lightweight synthetic warmth without turning every cool day into a heavy-coat day—and its packable design makes it especially useful when weather and activity levels change.
Keep it in the backpack for outdoor school, bring it along on family hikes, or pack it for camping weekends and road trips. It’s made for crisp mornings, cool trails, climbing rocks, collecting sticks, and staying outside long enough to see where the day takes you.
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Country of Origin: Imported
Style No: #NF0A8EMF
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How this gear performs
Each piece is rated for protection from water, wind and performance during play
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ODSS was started by mothers who saw firsthand how time outside builds resilient, confident kids. What began as helping outdoor schools equip students for all-weather learning grew into a bigger mission: Help families raise resilient, confident kids by making it easier for children to stay outside longer.
Testimonials
For us, the right gear from ODSS supports what we believe most about childhood. When children are able to be outside every day, in all seasons, they become tenacious, confident, and develop an authentic relationship with the land.
— RAIN OR SHINE SCHOOL
Working with Outdoor School Shop has transformed our outdoor school community. Parents love knowing their children are consistently and reliably equipped—and that nothing is forgotten or comes home covered in mud.
— RANDOLPH SCHOOL
Our students get outside in all temperatures and having the right gear makes a world of difference. @outdoorschoolshop has gear appropriate for all seasons, has a directory to search for nature schools, and layering guides to help families know how to dress children for the weather
— HEMLOCK HILL
At The Thistle and Root, I always recommend ODSS gear for anyone who believes that children grow best through nature—so dress for it.
— THISTLE & ROOT
Ordering bulk with Outdoor School Shop was just as easy and seamless as I had hoped! As we open up a new program, preparing our first group of kiddos for any weather was at the top of our priority list, and ODSS came through with insight, expertise, and the coolest, most dependable gear around! Thank you ODSS!
— SIDNEY RIDGE
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