chance we thought 12 years was enough in the 21st century? just 12 years? i don't think so. study after study shows that earlier our children begin to learn, not day care, better. for themselves, for their families, no matter what background they come from. they are increased by 56% the chance they'll get through 12 years of school without getting in trouble. it's a gigantic deal. doesn't matter whether mom and dad know how to read or write or the home is a home that is challenging. but right now we're lagging behind. while other countries are investing in their children. today only about half of 3 and 4-year-olds in america are enrolled in early childhood education. in germany, france, the united kingdom, latvia, the number -- that number is more than 90%. 90% of their 3 and 4-year-olds.