Social milestones Become more independent and want to do things for themselves more. Start forming stronger, complex friendships and peer relationships. Show more interest in friends and less interest in family. Friends are more likely to influence their appearance, interests, and behaviors.

Is 11 years old a kid?

Tween: Child Development (9-11 Years Old)

Why does my 11 year old have a bad attitude?

Its also common for tweens to become self-conscious. One child may feel insecure because their friends are developing faster while another may feel embarrassed theyre developing earlier than their peers. A large part of this uncertainty has to do with a growing interest in how others perceive them.