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Reimagining Social Emotional Learning: Towards A Relational and Ecological Framework
I’ve been diving into updates in the literature and recently came across The Complicated Rise of Social Emotional Learning in the United States (Dalrymple & Phillips, 2024), published in the Harvard Educational Review.
Karin Hodges
Jul 144 min read


Public Speaking with Dyslexia: Designing for Accessibility
Why I stopped trying to “overcome” and started building environments that work.
Karin Hodges
1 day ago5 min read


The Theater of Social Media and the Quiet Power of Observation
Social media can be unreal - almost a nonsensical satire —a statement is made, then one reaction sparks a cascade, and suddenly the noise is everywhere. When the reels from Literacy Now, Together dropped and the conversation on X started, I felt my nerves kick in.
Karin Hodges
Aug 2610 min read


Introducing Leona: She’s Discussing The Value of Warm Demanders
Welcome to the debut of Raising Moxie's Avatar! We want to know what you think we should name her! Get back to us and let us know!
Karin Hodges
Aug 245 min read


Language Matters in Literacy Advocacy
Words shape advocacy. Let’s name pain with precision—honoring dyslexic experiences without diluting the meaning of trauma.
Karin Hodges
Aug 174 min read


Lives Can Be Made—or Broken—Based on How We Approach Kids And Their Education
Over- & under-accommodation both harm. Let’s stop patching symptoms & start building real support. Every child deserves to be seen.
Karin Hodges
Aug 176 min read


Let Kids Feel Without Interrogation
As a psychologist, I strongly oppose the universal application of coping-focused training—especially for children. Whether tied to thoughts or not, scripted “calm-down plans” reflect what people do when they’re overwhelmed and out of depth.
Karin Hodges
Aug 104 min read


After the Student Throws a Chair
As someone who consults with schools during moments of crisis, I’m often asked whether a student who posed a threat or has caused harm should return to the school. It’s a question that carries enormous weight—for the student in question, for their peers, and for the adults trying to do right by everyone.
Karin Hodges
Aug 94 min read


I Swam to Shore, Then Dove Back In: A Story of Resilience and Systemic Reform
A raw and resilient personal story from Dr. Karin Hodges—of surviving trauma, swimming to safety, and choosing to dive back in to rescue others. A narrative of persistence, purpose, and systemic reform.
Karin Hodges
Jul 56 min read


Emotions Not Emergencies: The Importance of Emotional Experiences
Assuming their basic needs are met, children are naturally emotionally contained by their environment. However, life happens—stress and challenges arise, such as loss, transgressions, or upcoming challenges—and kids will feel emotions!
Karin Hodges
Apr 75 min read


Mitigating Physical and Relational Aggression at School: Promoting Peace
School systems need community practices, but these should align with our best understanding of child development. It’s important to remember that what feels good to adults or works for adults in schools isn’t necessarily beneficial for children.
Karin Hodges
Feb 97 min read


Calling Out The Causes of Stress On Kids
Stress is neither good nor bad - it is an adaptive response to an internal or external stressor. Some stressors have use - like exercise that grows strength and fitness and meaningful schoolwork that enhances learning. Other stressors seems useless. They only tax the system for no other gain. And these can add up. Here are six causes of non-productive stress - those useless stressors in kids’ lives.
Karin Hodges
Feb 92 min read


Rethinking Kids' Emotional Wellness: Prioritizing Adult Social-Emotional Learning
Encourages adults to support kids by breaking from experimental social-emotional programs and running towards evidence-based principles.
Karin Hodges
Jan 214 min read
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