Kids between 8 and 12 are called “tweens” because they are in between children and teenagers.

Is a 10 year old a tween?

A tween (pre-teen) is a child who's between the stages of childhood and adolescence. ... Children enter their tween years somewhere around ages 9 to 12 years old. The exact range can vary, with some children exhibiting signs as early as 8 years of age. Some tweens may be in this stage until they're 13 years old.

Is a 14 year old a teen or tween?

The definition of 'tween' varies, with some using it describe children aged 10-14 years, some 8-12 years and others who use it only to describe girls… but I think the most accurate definition of a tween or 'tweenager' is any child, boy or girl, aged 9-13 years.