In basic reading, 81% percent of 3rd through 5th graders were on grade level.

Ms. Hall said she would support programs that help children who lack basic reading and writing skills reach college.

He then admonished educators to turn their attention back to basic reading and writing skills.

Those without basic reading and math skills may, if they choose, go directly into a job search program.

There are also steps now to teach the women basic reading and writing skills.

The school emphasized basic reading, writing and arithmetic, along with black culture.

It takes 21 hours of training, after which tutors may teach basic reading or English as a second language.

Not just basic reading and math but history, science, what have you.

Apparently my daughter lacks some basic reading and literacy skills.

The problem is that today few jobs do not require basic reading and writing skills.