There are a few differences between Bubbleshare, Flickr, and Photobucket. However, I think they are all pretty similar. The biggest difference I found between them is how hard or easy they are to use. Bubbleshare seemed pretty self explanatory while photobucket seemed a little more complex. I thought Flickr was right in between Bubbleshare and Photobucket.
These online sharing tools are great sources for the classroom however you have to be careful when using them. When looking up images inappropriate images that should not be viewed by children are often found. If you are careful there are still very useful ways to using online sharing tools in the classroom. In my classroom I would use Flickr for pen pals. It would be a great way for the students to be able to communicate with other students across the world. It would also allow them to upload pictures to share with their pen pal. They would not necessarily have to use search to send pictures. They could use their own pictures to upload and send which would reduce the chance the students had of coming across inappropriate images.
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I agree with what you siad about the order of difficulty. (Bubbleshare, flickr, then photobucket) I loved your idea of using flickr for pen pals. I don't know if kids do the much anymore, but if they could quickly and easily talk and share pictures, I think they would really enjoy it.
flickr gives you the ability (doing an advanced search) to find photos that are under creative commons to share. This is a great way to find new ways of looking at things
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