Michigan Driver's License Reading Help: A Simple Guide for Adults
Updated: Aug 22
Do you want to get your Michigan driver's license?
Is it hard for you to read the driver's book?
Are the test questions hard to understand?
There is help.
This guide offers Michigan driver's license reading help for adults who may need an easier way to study. You can find audio tools, road sign practice, test questions, information about accommodations, and free literacy help.
How Do I Get a Michigan Driver's License?
Are you 18 or older?
The Michigan Secretary of State has information to help you get your first driver's license.
Here are the main steps:
Go to a Secretary of State office.
Take a vision test.
Take the driver knowledge test.
Get a temporary driving permit.
Practice driving with a licensed adult for at least 30 days.
Take a driving skills test.
Start here:
Is the Driver's Book Hard to Read?
You do not have to read the whole book at one time.
Try learning a little at a time.
You can:
Listen to the book while you read.
Study a few pages at a time.
Look at pictures of road signs.
Learn a few new words each day.
Take practice tests.
Ask someone to study with you.
Listen to the driver's book:
Learn Road Signs
Road signs are an important part of driving.
You can learn signs by looking at their:
Words
Pictures
Shapes
Colors
When you are riding in a car, look for signs you know.
Ask yourself:
What does this sign mean?
What should the driver do?
Practice road signs here:
Try a Practice Test
You do not have to get every answer right.
Practice tests are for learning.
If you get an answer wrong, stop and look at the question again.
Ask:
What is this question asking?
Is there a word I don't know?
Why is this the right answer?
Try a practice test:
You can also practice here:
Learn New Driving Words
Some driving words may be new to you.
You may see words like:
Yield
Merge
Lane
Pedestrian
Intersection
Right-of-way
It is okay if you do not know a word.
Ask someone what it means.
Look at a picture.
Use the word in a sentence.
Then practice it again later.
Do You Have a Disability?
You may be able to ask the Michigan Secretary of State for help or an accommodation.
An accommodation is a change that can help a person with a disability use a service or take part in an activity.
Learn about help and accommodations: https://www.michigan.gov/sos/resources/accessibility-and-accommodations
Ask for an accommodation: https://asl-contactsos.michigan.gov/new
Do You Need More Help Learning to Drive?
Some people need extra help learning how to drive.
There are programs that may be able to help.
Driving support for people with autism and other disabilities:
Driver rehabilitation services:
Michigan Driver's License Reading Help from LCLC
Reading should not stop you from working toward your goal.
The Livingston County Literacy Coalition (LCLC) offers free tutoring for adults who live or work in Livingston County.
You can meet one-on-one with a volunteer tutor.
Your tutor can help you:
Read the driver's book.
Learn driving words.
Understand test questions.
Study road signs.
Use practice tests.
Find information online.
Getting your driver's license can be your literacy goal. You do not have to study alone.
Ask LCLC About Free Tutoring
Want help?
Contact the Livingston County Literacy Coalition.
Visit:
We can talk with you about your goal and how LCLC may be able to help.
Are You an LCLC Tutor?
Are you helping a learner work toward getting a driver's license?
We have more ideas and resources for you in the LCLC Tutor Group.
Please Note: Driver's license rules and services can change. LCLC shares these links to help you find information. Please check with the Michigan Secretary of State for the most current information before you apply or take a test.
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