Girls at this age are caught between being a little girl and a young lady and it is difficult.  They are excited to be more grown up yet still hold on to some little girl things.  I believe it is very important at this age to encourage them as much as possible to boost self esteem, to help them feel good about themselves, help them feel more independent and let them know that they can accomplish anything!  At the same time, it is important not to push them into acting too grown up and making sure they are not into things that are for older girls. 

I have compiled some items on this site that I feel are age appropriate for "tween" and early teen girls.  Things that will help them feel good about themselves, help them feel more grown up without making them look like they are 12 going on 20! 

Our girls need to grow up feeling strong, empowered and independent but do not need to be thrown into a world that is too much for them too soon.

Blessings-

Heather; mom of Brittney

About Brittney:

Brittney was born November 22, 1996.  She is an avid reader as well as an aspiring writer and illustrator.  Creativity is something Brittney is not lacking!

Brittney is an outgoing, positive vibrant girl who is always willing to lend a helping hand or give a hug in time of need.  She is not afraid to break out and be her own creation!  No following the crowd for her.  Brittney tries hard to inspire her friends and classmates to take the role of leaders and not followers.  She also tries hard to befriend everyone and lead by example - there is no reason to have an "in crowd", friends are friends no matter their social status!

Brittney takes a self defense class, has dabbled in theater classes and plays soccer in the summer.  She is never without a book and many times can be found writing - she has written several children's books, short stories and poems. She loves school and keeps her grades up.

Brittney is like any other girl her age - checking herself out in the mirror, making sure her clothes are "just right", listening to music, keeping up with the latest and greatest singers and tv stars that kids her age go ga-ga over and trying to create her own identity.

As a way to reach and empower other girls her age, Brittney and her mom have created Britt's - a place to not only shop for age appropriate items but a place that will hopefully evolve into a gathering place for girls offering information and fun!