*One year later*:  Lasted an entire afternoon in just above freezing weather, and my little one was warm and dry!  I bought it a little big last year, fits her great this year, and I'll be able to clip 'OUTGROWN' seam next year, this jacket is GREAT!  It washes really well too!

I am a Columbia lover anyway, but this jacket is great for kids!  The fuzzy, cozy liner washes well and gets the most use by my daughter.  It's great for the days that the weather is not that bad, and keeps her warm.  For the days she needs a little more protection from wind and rain, the shell easily slips over and zips in INVISIBLY on either side of the regular zipper of the shell.  There is a little extra flap of fabric to cover it, so no cold zippers against her.

The 'OUTGROWN' sleeves are great.  The snaps that attach the liner to the shell in the sleeves are great since they have loops that allow the liner cuff to stay around the wrist and slide past the cuff of the outer shell.  There is also a seam inside the sleeve of the shell, about halfway between wrist and elbow, that can be pulled out to allow up to 1 1/2" of extra length, so the child can wear the coat for more than one winter, most likely.  I posted a photo on my profile page if you want more details.

Love the Omni-Tech, it keeps out wind, rain, and snow; anything the elements have to offer.  She can go out and dig in the now all day and not be soaked or cold.  I would definitely recommend this jacket system to anyone!