Tween TV Beyond Cartoons

As kids creep up in age, they still like cartoons, but they also enjoy a mix of live-action shows with some relatable storylines. Here are some tween favorites.

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  • Just Kidding Review
    Just Kidding

    No-frills, kid-staged pranks make for funny family comedy.
    AGE
    6
     
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  • Little House on the Prairie Review
    Little House on the Prairie

    Classic pioneer drama is one for the books.
    AGE
    7
     
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  • SciGirls Review
    SciGirls
    Smart series ignites girls' interest in science and math.
    AGE
    7
     
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  • Wizards of Waverly Place Review
    Wizards of Waverly Place

    Magic, mischief, and lessons for young tweens.
    AGE
    7
     
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  • Hannah Montana Review
    Hannah Montana
    A rock princess/girl-next-door made for tweens.
    AGE
    8
     
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  • iCarly Review
    iCarly

    Interactive show raises social media issues for tweens.
    AGE
    8
     
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  • Lockie Leonard Review
    Lockie Leonard
    Sunny Aussie show has feel-good vibes for tweens.
    AGE
    8
     
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  • That's So Raven Review
    That's So Raven

    Clairvoyant teen will have kids seeing Raven!
    AGE
    8
     
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  • Victorious Review
    Victorious

    Upbeat iCarly-like tween comedy promotes confidence.
    AGE
    8
     
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  • The Suite Life on Deck Review
    The Suite Life on Deck
    Disney spin-off is implausible but fun for tweens.
    AGE
    9
     
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