What we Know

Brain formation within first 5 years

The first five years of a child’s life, when 80% of the brain is formed, are the most crucial.

social-emotional and cognitive skills

From birth to age 5, children develop the vital social-emotional and cognitive skills necessary for school readiness.

Our Youngest children Impacted

The COVID-19 crisis could be potentially catastrophic for America's youngest children if they are forced to learn in isolation during these incredibly important years when social connection matters the most.