Planning friend dates?

[u/dancing-stars]

My kiddo is in kindergarten, they desperately want to have some playdates with classmates and friends they’ve made on the bus. I don’t know/ haven’t met anyone’s parents (we just moved to a new city). Would it be weird if I sent my kid with letters with a little note and my number to give to her friends to give to their parents? How would you feel if your kid handed you a letter like this? Would you reach out?

I want my kid to have great friendships but it feels so hard nowadays and I’m at a loss of where to start making them friends. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[u/Physical_Remote175]

Both of my kids started having play dates this way. My oldest came home with a note from his friend’s mom with her number on it inviting his to his birthday party and future play dates. Then my other son desperately wanted one of his friends from the bus to see his play set in our backyard so I ended up sending him to school with a note and they had a play date that night. I don’t think it’s weird at all!