What are your thoughts on introducing language teaching into American early education (elementary grades)?

What are your thoughts on introducing language teaching into American early education (elementary grades)? Do you think that children today consider knowing another language beneficial? Why or why not? What are the advantages of knowing another language? Also think about how the world is changing in terms of career opportunities.
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