Photography

Children regularly have photos taken of them, but they can take incredible photos too. One of the best ways to understand a child's perspective of their world is to give them a camera. They can use it to tell stories, create art, and engage in digital play.

The benefits of photography

The benefits of photography include:

• creativity
• digital literacy
• imagination
• mental health and wellbeing
• self-expression.

EYLF learning outcomes

Photography aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework as it:

• provokes confidence, commitment and persistence (4.1)
• sparks curiosity, creativity, enthusiasm and imagination (4.1)
• involves transfering and adapting learning from one context to another (4.3)
• supports children to express their ideas and make meaning (5.3).