Warmer weather brings on the many joys of playing outside. One particularly common outdoor play activity is riding a bike; however, it can be challenging for many kids who have physical impairments or delays in strength, coordination, balance, or body awareness. Some kids without physical impairments can also struggle with bike riding and require more […]

Bring Out Sidewalk Chalk Kids love chalk, and parents do too! Chalk can be quick and simple when coming up with activities for your child or family to enjoy at home or a park. What makes chalk fun is that it is easy to use with very little prep and easy cleanup. The weather is […]

Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, school reopening plans still remain up in the air. One way to help alleviate some of this uncertainty has come in the form of learning pods. What Is a Learning Pod? Learning pods, micro-schools, or pandemic pods are forming across the United States as a way to alleviate the pressure on […]

Total Education Solutions (TES) created a question and answer series on our Instagram page called Ask an Expert. Our Occupational Therapist, Monica McCallum, MS, OTR/L, answered the most common questions regarding Occupational Therapy. Monica McCallum, MS, OTR/L is a licensed and certified Occupational Therapist in Michigan, and has been an OT for 6 years. She received her […]