From Screens
to Squares
Reimagining childhood—one move at a time. A movement to balance screen time with curiosity, creativity, and real connection.
Join the MovementThe Premise
In today's digital world, childhood should be about more than endless scrolling—it should be about curiosity, creativity, and the chance to think, learn, and grow.
Mobile phones, tablets, and social media occupy an ever-larger share of children's attention. While technology transforms how we learn and connect, excessive screen exposure worries parents, educators, and child-development experts alike.
That belief gave birth to From Screens to Squares—a nationwide awareness campaign encouraging children to balance screen time with activities that build focus, problem-solving, and family connection.
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The Story Behind the Movement
Pawns to Kings was founded by young changemakers Vihaan and Viraj with a mission to make chess accessible to every child, especially those who may not otherwise have the opportunity to learn the game.
What began as an effort to introduce underprivileged children to chess soon revealed another equally important challenge. While many children lacked access to learning opportunities, countless others were spending increasing amounts of time on screens, often at the cost of meaningful engagement, creativity, and real-world interaction.
Recognising this growing concern, the founders launched From Screens to Squares as a movement that provides children with meaningful and engaging alternatives to passive screen consumption.
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More Than a Chess Campaign
From Screens to Squares is not about eliminating technology. It is about creating balance.
The campaign encourages children and families to dedicate time to activities that stimulate the mind, strengthen relationships, and foster personal growth. Through chess, children learn to think ahead, solve problems, make decisions, and develop patience and perseverance—skills that extend far beyond the chessboard.
More importantly, it creates opportunities for quality parent-child interaction and shared learning experiences in an increasingly digital world.
The Toolkit
Learning Made Fun
We make chess engaging and accessible with a range of child-friendly educational resources—turning learning into an adventure children can relate to.
Available in English, Hindi, Assamese, and other regional languages.
Our Vision
What we set out to do
- 01Promote healthy screen habits among children
- 02Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- 03Foster meaningful family engagement
- 04Make learning enjoyable and accessible
- 05Reach children across diverse socio-economic backgrounds
- 06Build a community of young thinkers and future leaders
Swipe less. Think more.
Every child deserves the chance to think, imagine, create, and grow. Whether you are a parent, educator, student, institution, or supporter—you can be part of this movement.
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