13 Reasons to Love Your Tween (Even More!)

No longer a little one and not yet a teen, your tween child could be going through an awkward phase. They are slowly turning into an adult, while still holding onto their childlike innocence. While these years can be tough ones for a variety of reasons, they do provide parents with some amazing benefits. Here are several reasons — from sass-free conversations to extra help around the house — why the tween years are the best.

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They start to discover the world, as well as themselves.

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They are one year closer to turning 16, meaning you're one year closer to life without carpool schedules.

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They actually help around the house, rather than make a mess in it.

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They still enjoy spending time with family.

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They can't wear provocative clothes, since you're still paying for their wardrobe.

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They finally realize that veggies taste good, meaning no more dinnertime battles.

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They prefer playing outside to playing on an iPad.

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They still talk to you, and when you ask about their day, they say more than "fine."

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They have't traded their smiles for eye rolls.

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They don't bother with social media, so cyberbullying isn't an issue.

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They are only a few years away from college, meaning you're a few years away from a quiet house.

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They start turning into the young men or women you always knew they'd become.