Iliteracy In America

Iliteracy in America is a major issue which I think should have been taken care of a long time ago. Being iliterate in America restricts people to many things, job oppurtunity being one of the biggest in the long run. Iliteracy causes a lower self esteem and confidence level. Something that may help this problem is testing at an elementary level for any type of reading or writing issues in students. Most reading and writing testing does not occur until Intermediate or High school level which I believe may already be to late for some. If tests occur at a younger age it could greatly benefit the iliterate because it is much easier to learn at a younger age. Another solution to the issue is assigning tutors to those who find reading and writing difficult. Not only assign the tutor but also make it mandatory for them to be used by the student.