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Creative kids: scan and create photo fun

Introduce your child to the world of scanning and photography

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» Video: Watch Oggie scan and create
» Plan a scanner scavenger hunt
» Family photo fun with HP scanners
» Scanning solutions for the entire family
» Get the right supplies for high-quality prints
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Introduction

Children are naturals when it comes to exploration. Watch Oggie as he heads out on a nature scavenger hunt and then uses an HP scanner to create a scientific photo journal with his newfound artifacts.


Video: Watch Oggie scan and create


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Plan a scanner scavenger hunt


Picture of child scanning 3-D objects A scavenger hunt is a great learning experience for curious children. Here, Oggie prepares to scan his scavenger hunt artifacts. Use gathered scavenger hunt artifacts (photos or 3-D objects) to create a scanned keepsake project—or even a science or biology report for school. You can even create a scavenger hunt project simply for the fun of it!

Here are a couple ways to get the adventure rolling:

Find focus: Give them inspiration and focus by printing up a list of 10-15 objects that one might find in your chosen territory (leaves, pine cones, etc). When making your list, consider the season, the time of day, and the environment.

Set boundaries: Whether it's a public park, your own backyard, or even along city streets, decide where your little scavengers are going to roam, and then set clear location boundaries.

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Family photo fun with HP scanners


Picture of 3-D objects on scanner bed
You can scan pretty much any 3-D object-even pinecones.
Here are a few more ways to turn scanning time into family time:

Scan and share kids' artwork
Scan your child's artwork to make customized gifts and keepsakes.

Scan 3-D objects
Scanned objects can be used to make one-of-a-kind projects-from photo journals to scrapbooks to school presentations.

Scan and print photo collages
Combine materials such as photos, stickers, newspaper clippings, fabric, and more into collages.

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Scanning solutions for the entire family


Picture of HP Scanjet G3110 Photo Scanner The HP Scanjet G3110 Photo Scanner is easy enough for everyone in the family to use.

Girl with craft printout
Most HP Photosmart All-in-Ones let you print, scan, copy, and access your Snapfish account and craft templates, PC-free.

Once they return with their "artifacts," help your young explorer scan them. They can scan 3-D objects, photos, and even handwritten notes from their own "adventurer's log".

HP Scanjet G3110 Photo Scanner An easy to use, entry-level scanner.
  • Ideal for families who want to get great-quality scans at home.
  • Scan slides, negatives, photos, objects, and documents.
  • Get realistic scans of 3-D items, capturing more detail and depth.

HP Photosmart Premium e-All-in-One Ideal for the busy family.
  • Wirelessly share high-quality photo and document printing, plus scanning and copying.
  • A large touchscreen makes it easy for everyone to use.
  • Directly access Snapfish, DreamWorks, Disney, and other photo and craft content—all without a PC.1

Check out our scanner and all-in-one buying guides to compare products to find the perfect one for your needs.

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Get the right supplies for high-quality prints


HP photo paper and ink Choose Original HP inks and select HP photo papers for lab-quality photos that can last for generations.4 Whether you're making prints of scanned photo collages, 3D objects, or your child's artwork, use the following HP supplies for high-quality results:
  • For lab-quality photos that can last for generations, choose Original HP inks and select HP photo papers.4
  • Consider HP high-capacity (XL) ink cartridges for 2-3 times more prints with fewer cartridge replacements.
  • For convenience and savings, try HP Photo Value Packs, which bundle the right amount of photo paper and ink together in a single package.


Not sure what supplies to get for your printer? Just enter your printer information, or the toner or ink you need, to find the specific supplies for your particular printer directly from the HP Home & Home Office online store!



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1Requires a wireless access point and an Internet connection to the printer. Services may require registration. Apps availability varies by country and language. For details, visit the www.hp.com/go/ePrintCenter.
2Requires an Internet connection to the printer. Feature works with any internet- and email-capable device. Print times may vary. For a list of supported documents and image types, see www.hp.com/go/ePrintCenter.
3 Requires a wireless access point and an Internet connection to the printer. Touchscreen menus are in English or English/French only. Wireless performance dependent on physical environment and distance from access point. Services may require registration. For details: www.hp.com/go/ePrintCenter.
4Based on light fade testing under glass using HP Vivera Inks on HP Premium Plus photo paper and HP Premium photo paper, according to Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc.




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