About the store
Hi, I’m Danielle—founder of Bright Flight and a lifelong early childhood educator. I’m so glad you’re here.
For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of teaching and learning alongside our youngest learners. My journey began in a special education preschool classroom, where I worked closely with children facing a wide range of developmental challenges—from limited expressive language and social-emotional delays to autism and other high-support needs.
Every child I’ve met has shaped the way I teach. I believe deeply in meeting each child exactly where they are, with a balance of structure, warmth, patience, and play. Whether supporting non-verbal communicators or helping typically developing preschoolers thrive in inclusive settings, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is when all children are welcomed, valued, and given the tools to grow.
In recent years, I’ve stepped into a leadership role as a mentor to new teachers in my district—sharing practical strategies, championing developmentally appropriate practice, and helping build classrooms rooted in compassion and structure.
Bright Flight is a natural extension of that work. It’s where I pour my heart, experience, and real-world teaching wisdom into classroom-ready resources designed especially for preschool learners—including those with unique developmental needs and typically developing peers.
Whether you're a fellow educator, a parent, or a caregiver, I’m so grateful you're here. Thank you for the love and energy you give to the little ones in your life. I hope Bright Flight makes your days lighter, your classroom stronger, and your learners feel seen.
Let’s grow together.
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End of the Year Packet for Preschool| Getting Ready for Kindergarten|Summer Play
Getting Ready for Kindergarten: Parent Handouts & Summer Play IdeasSupport families as they prepare their child for kindergarten with this clear, parent-friendly resource designed for spring conferences and end-of-year transition meetings. This printable packet outlines the key skills children benefit from practicing before kindergarten and provides simple, play-based summer activities that build those skills naturally at home. Instead of worksheets and drills, families will learn how everyday m
PreK - K
For All Subjects
End of the Year Preschool Memory Book Adapted with Visual Supports
🌟 Preschool End of Year Memory Book (Adapted + Visual Supports) Celebrate your students’ growth with this engaging and adapted preschool memory book! This resource is perfect for preschool, pre-k, and special education classrooms, allowing students to reflect on their year through simple choices, visuals, and meaningful prompts. Students will love sharing their favorite things, showing what they’ve learned, and creating a special keepsake to take home! ✏️ What’s Included: Cover page with
PreK
Not Subject Specific
It Started as a Box… | Creative Curriculum Box Study Class Book| Preschool
It Started as a Box… | Creative Curriculum Box Study Class BookBring creativity, imagination, and language development to life with this engaging class book project! Perfect for preschool, Pre-K, special education, and early childhood classrooms—especially those following the Creative Curriculum Box Study—this resource guides students through turning a simple box shape into something brand new. Students start with a square or rectangle “box” template and use foam shapes, stickers, markers, cra
PreK - K
Other (ELA)
The Itsy Bitsy Spider | Interactive Counting Book for Preschool & Autism
🕷️ The Itsy Bitsy Spider Counting Fun | Interactive Counting Book for Preschool & Autism Support Bring counting to life with this interactive “Itsy Bitsy Spider” counting book—perfect for preschool, early intervention, and special education classrooms! Children will love watching the little spiders climb up the spout as they count from 1 to 5, retelling the familiar nursery rhyme in a hands-on, engaging way. 🌧️ Skills Targeted Counting (1–5) Participation and engagement during shared r
PreK - 3rd
Other (Math), Reading
The Color Green from A-Z| Letter Recognition & Sounds | Preschool in March
The Color Green From A–Z | Interactive Velcro Letter Matching StoryMake learning fun this March with this engaging, hands-on Color Green Week activity! Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day themes, this interactive adapted book helps students practice letters, letter sounds, color recognition, and matching skills in a meaningful way. Students match the correct letter or picture using Velcro pieces, making it ideal for special education classrooms, preschool, Pre-K, and kindergarten. The repetitive
PreK - 1st
Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Adapted Song Book: Hickory Dickory Dock | Preschool| Rhyme & Positional Concepts
🐭 Hickory Dickory Dock Adapted Song Book Interactive Positional Concepts & Rhyme ActivityBring a classic nursery rhyme to life while building essential early language skills! This adapted version of Hickory Dickory Dock helps students practice positional concepts in a hands-on, engaging way. This interactive book allows students to move a mouse piece to demonstrate where it belongs — making it perfect for preschool, kindergarten, special education, and speech therapy. 📚 What’s Included:
PreK - K
Not Subject Specific
Interactive and Adapted Circle Time Binder: For Preschool, Kinder & Special Ed
Bring structure, fun, and active participation to your circle time with this adapted interactive binder, designed especially for preschool, Pre-K, and special education classrooms. This resource helps young learners — including children with Autism and other disabilities — fully engage in the daily circle time routine through visual supports, Velcro icons, and hands-on interaction. ✅ What’s Included: Feelings Page – students choose how they feel (happy, sad, mad, tired, scared, sick) Weat
PreK - K
For All Subjects
Parent Handout: Learning to Write Name: Multisensory & Play-based Summer Fun!
☀️ Let’s Learn to Write My Name: Sunny Day Fun! ☀️ Parent Hand OutMake name writing FUN, engaging, and perfect for summer! This hands-on resource helps young learners build essential name-writing skills through playful, outdoor-inspired activities. Instead of worksheets, children learn through movement, sensory play, and exciting games that feel like summer fun! This handout is designed to follow the natural progression of name learning: ✔️ Recognizing the letters in their name ✔️ Putting the
PreK - 3rd
Alphabet, Handwriting
Red and Green Choices Parent Handout | Preschool/K Parent–Teacher Conferences
💚 Build Consistency Between Home and School! Help parents understand the language of red and green choices so children can practice positive behavior both at school and at home! This resource provides clear parent guidance, visual supports, and take-home notes that reinforce your classroom expectations using familiar PBIS and SEL strategies. Perfect for Parent–Teacher Conferences, open house, or IEP meetings, this handout helps families use the same behavior language you teach every day —
PreK - K
Social Emotional Learning
Parent Teacher Conferences Parent Handouts for Autism and Preschool Special Need
At-Home Learning Routines: Simple Strategies for Children with Autism and Special Needs (Preschool & Early Elementary)Parents often ask: “How can we help our child at home?” This resource gives teachers the perfect answer! Hand out these ready-to-use idea sheets during parent-teacher conferences, IEP meetings, or family communication folders to show families practical, everyday ways to build skills at home. ✨ Included Routines: Mealtimes Bath Time Getting Dressed Car Rides Play Time
PreK - K
For All Subjects
What Should My Child Know at the End of Preschool? Handout| End of the Year
Help families understand kindergarten readiness with this easy-to-use “What Should My Child Know by the End of Preschool?” checklist! This parent-friendly handout provides a general overview of developmental and pre-academic skills many children demonstrate by the end of preschool, making it the perfect tool for supporting home-school collaboration. Based on the included checklist and parent guidance blurb in your resource, it covers early literacy, math, fine motor, self-help, and social-emoti
PreK - K
Not Subject Specific
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About the store
Experience
Hi, I’m Danielle—founder of Bright Flight and a lifelong early childhood educator. I’m so glad you’re here.
For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of teaching and learning alongside our youngest learners. My journey began in a special education preschool classroom, where I worked closely with children facing a wide range of developmental challenges—from limited expressive language and social-emotional delays to autism and other high-support needs.
Every child I’ve met has shaped the way I teach. I believe deeply in meeting each child exactly where they are, with a balance of structure, warmth, patience, and play. Whether supporting non-verbal communicators or helping typically developing preschoolers thrive in inclusive settings, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is when all children are welcomed, valued, and given the tools to grow.
In recent years, I’ve stepped into a leadership role as a mentor to new teachers in my district—sharing practical strategies, championing developmentally appropriate practice, and helping build classrooms rooted in compassion and structure.
Bright Flight is a natural extension of that work. It’s where I pour my heart, experience, and real-world teaching wisdom into classroom-ready resources designed especially for preschool learners—including those with unique developmental needs and typically developing peers.
Whether you're a fellow educator, a parent, or a caregiver, I’m so grateful you're here. Thank you for the love and energy you give to the little ones in your life. I hope Bright Flight makes your days lighter, your classroom stronger, and your learners feel seen.
Let’s grow together.
Teaching style
My teaching style is a blended approach that combines elements of TEACCH, ABA, play-based learning, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), and other effective methods tailored to meet each child’s unique needs. I believe that structure and predictability provide a calm, nurturing environment where children feel safe to explore and grow. Visual supports like schedules and choice boards help enhance communication and foster independence.
Literacy plays a central role in my classroom, where I use high-quality picture books adapted specifically to support language development for all learners. I place a strong emphasis on social-emotional development and self-regulation, helping children learn to understand and manage their feelings while building meaningful relationships. Learning to play—both independently and with peers—is essential, as play is the foundation for creativity, communication, and social skills.
Overall, my style is patient, compassionate, structured, and fun. I strive to create an inclusive, organized, and joyful space where every child’s strengths are celebrated, and learning feels natural and engaging.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Mentor Teacher in our district, guiding and supporting new educators to build strong, inclusive classrooms.
My own education history
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in Early Childhood Special Education Leadership
University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Special Education
University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Reading, and Mild to Moderate Educational Needs
Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, OH
Additional biographical information
I have a special love for dragonflies—they feel like my sign from above, reminding me of hope, strength, and shining bright. Balancing family and work keeps me grounded and reminds me why I’m so passionate about supporting young learners and their families. It’s all about love, connection, and finding fun in the little moments.
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