The stage between little kid and teenager can be rough; too old for the pretend games of younger kids, too young for whatever it is teenagers do in their rooms. What to do? A Tween Card Game is the perfect answer.
First, they are accessible to kids. A deck of cards easily fits inside a back pack or even a pocket. Cards are also inexpensive so tweens can take them out of the house without much worry. And they come in all sorts of designs, allowing tweens to show off their personality. If they’re into Harry Potter or Minecraft or animals there’s a deck of cards for it.
Next, cards are for all ages. Yes, they played Go Fish and Slapjack when they were younger but adults play cards too with games like Hearts, 99 and Poker. Therefore, cards are familiar to tweens but accepted in the new teen world that they’re getting ready for.
Cards are also great for solitaire play or a group of small friends or even a larger group, making them a perfect choice. They also give tweens something to do with each other. In the sometimes awkward stage this can be a life saver and a way to connect with others.
Last, there are so many cards games out there that they are sure to find a the perfect one for them. We have made a list of great card games that tweens will love so they can find their next must-play game.
Tween Card Game Cheat
Cheat can get loud and rumbustious with players calling “Cheat” on each other. The jokes on them though if the player wasn’t cheating and they half to pick up all the cards. This game is a favorite with tweens as it allows and encourages them to break the rules. You can learn how to play Cheat here.
Play or Pay a Tween Card Game Fav
Play or Pay is a simple card game whose name says it all. If you can’t play a card then you must pay with either a bingo chip or a candy. It’s fun and easy and just the kind of game that tweens love. You can get the full Play or Pay rules here.
Crazy Eight Countdown
Most kids have played Crazy Eights a thousand times—and loved it. But now it’s a little been-there-done-that for kids this age. But this is where the twist comes in. In Crazy Eight Countdown, the wild card keeps changing based on where you are in the game. Everyone’s wild card can be different. It makes it new and different and brings back all of the fun of the classic game. You can get all the Crazy Eight Countdown rules here and the classic ones here.
Tween Card Game Spoons
This is a classic family favorite card game that all ages love. So simple—just don’t be the last one to grab a spoon. Of course there’s more rules to it. Younger kids, tweens, teens and adults all love a good game of Spoons. Read how to play Spoons here.
Kings in the Corner
This game has a slower pace than Spoons. It’s a little bit solitaire, a little bit press your luck and a whole lot of fun. This game will fill at least half an hour and keep their hands and minds busy. Learn how to play Kings in the Corner here.
31 a Tween Card Game Fav
The classic card game 31 also is known as Blitz as well as a few others. In this game, players are trying to get their cards to add up to 31 or have the bet hand. Add a little candy on the line and you have the makings of a happy tween. Get the full 31 rules here.
Tween Card Game 99
This is another addition game–but if you don’t tell them I won’t. It is a much faster pace than 31 and a little bit edgier as there are cards to block and switch. When you can’t play without going over 99 then you’re out. Get the 99 rules here and be happy that you’re sneaking some math into their time away from school.
Boodle
Boodle is an easy trick taking game that is easy enough to play. Add in the poker chips that are used to play and it can give the tweens a sense of playing high stakes games. See the rules here and get the free download board in the Fun Library.
Hearts
Hearts is another trick taking game that is a little more complex than Boodle. It’s a four player game that can fill an hour and sneaks so critical thinking in too. Learn how to play Hearts here.
Favorite Tween Card Game Blind Poker
This has to be the silliest but most fun card game on the list. It is much easier than any other style of Poker and rite up tweens ally. The game is simple—one card that you place on your forehead and then you look at the other players cards and try to guess if you can beat them or not. Silly, unpredictable and filled with so much laughter. This one is for sure to be a new favorite and one that makes many happy memories. Get the full rules for Blind Poker here.
Deal Me In
Whether it’s summer break, a long weekend or just time hanging out with friends, these card games will be a hit with tweens. They are the perfect blend of childhood and adulthood and will fill your tweens time with happy memories and give them a way to connect with peers and family.
And what makes card games more fun? Fun playing cards! You can find some great choices here. Canadians can check them out here. Bicycle makes good cards.
Did we miss a favorite card game? Let us know in the comments. We’re always looking for a good card game!
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