When do you become a preteen?

There's no single, official age for becoming a preteen. It's more about the transitional period between childhood and adolescence.

Here's how it generally works:

* Childhood: Typically considered ages 0-12

* Preteen: Often considered ages 9-12

* Adolescence: Typically considered ages 13-19

Why the overlap?

* Physical Development: Puberty can start as early as 8 for some girls and 9 for some boys, so these changes can begin during the preteen years.

* Cognitive Development: Preteens experience significant changes in thinking, reasoning, and understanding the world.

* Social Development: Friendships become more important, and preteens may begin to question authority more.

Ultimately, becoming a preteen is a gradual process. It's not a sudden switch, but a period of significant growth and change.

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