Photo Projects for Learning

Digital photos can be a wonderful learning tool for children of all ages. Learning is more fun when it is reinforced visually with the aid of pictures. On this page we list all projects and resources that can aid the learning process.

Leaf & Insect Collection

Collecting science project specimen with a digital camera

Have you seen this sign posted at some parks and beaches: "Take only pictures, leave only footprints"? With camera in hand, your child can enjoy protected natural resources and gather specimen photos for leaf and insect collections. More »

Family Photo Alphabet Flash Cards

Alphabet flash cards are a fun way for preschoolers to learn letters and basic words. Imagine how much more fun they will have learning from flash cards with pictures of family members and familiar items. Got digital photos? Here are the steps to turn them into alphabet flash cards. More »

Coloring Pages From Your Digital Photos

Add a little more fun to your kids' coloring pages—create your own from digital photos. Imagine printing out a set of coloring pages from a recent visit to grandma or that memorable family vacation. It is easier than you might think. More »

Learning idea: Create alphabet coloring pages from your own photo. Or, print our collection of alphabet coloring pages.

Photographing Kids

Kids grow up so quickly and while we are often left with countless memories, most parents have only a drawer packed with school photos, blurry holiday snaps and the forced grin of the inevitable yearly birthday picture to account for the years gone by. It’s time to stop bemoaning the latest photograph of your thumb obscuring your adorable baby and get on with improving your skills as a photographer. More »