and grabs your phone away?
You may have a budding photographer on your hands.
So what do you do to help nurture this creative side of them?
A camera seems like a big and easily breakable investment for a younger child.
But perhaps you have an older, but still functional, camera phone lying in a drawer unused.
A film camera is definitely a great lesson in patience!
Now that youve given them the tools of photography how do you keep kids engaged in their new activity?
Sure you could let them run free, snapping shots of whatever pleases them.
But beware, you could definitely end up with some unflattering photos of yourself.
I find photography is a great way to teach or continue teaching, kids about consent.
This is a good opportunity for kids to learn to ask and engage with someone before snapping a photo.
My favorite activity to do with new photographers is a photo scavenger hunt.
For younger ages groups you’re free to keep this simple.
Stick to items or people in the house or the backyard.
The possibilities are endless for what you’re able to put on their lists!
I have included a few examples below for less challenging and more challenging options.
Finally, when the adventure is over consider having some of their favorite images printed off and framed.
Its a great reward for them to show off all their hard work!
Example Photo Scavenger Hunt Lists
Take 1 photo of each thing or person on the list!
Remember to ask people if you’ve got the option to take their photo first!
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ContributorEmily Jewer is a Halifax based photographer.
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