We pledge that our children’s playdates default to no‑screen time - unless all participating parents agree in advance to include a screen-based activity.

“Face-to-face conversation is the most human—and humanizing—thing we do. It’s where we develop the capacity for empathy.” - Dr. Sherry Turckle

• Playdates are assumed to be screen‑free unless parents mutually decide otherwise ahead of time.

• We pledge that if we offer screen time, that it shall be supervised and / or guided by a parent with the intention of fostering learning, skill development and creativity.

• We parents encourage in‑person interaction, creativity, and playing in nature as much as possible.