I am the WORST when it comes to letting my kids have playdates (without me) and letting them just play outside... of course, they can play in the backyard anytime they want as long as they let me know they are out there. DD4 is too young, imo, to be in the front by herself. wink She also has no concept of looking for cars and whatnot. We can't even block the driveway for her to ride her bike there... she will find her way into the street. frown