What's Your Channel Niche?
Create a channel niche idea board: choose a topic, list audience and goals, sketch a logo, plan three video ideas, then test them with friends.
Step-by-step guide to create a channel niche idea board
Step 1
Gather all the materials and put them on a table where you can work.
Step 2
Spread the large sheet of paper flat on the table.
Step 3
Choose one topic for your channel.
Step 4
Write the chosen topic big at the top of the paper.
Step 5
Write who your target audience is under the topic (for example ages or interests).
Step 6
Write three clear goals for your channel in a list.
Step 7
Sketch a simple logo inside a small box on the paper.
Step 8
Write three video idea titles in a column.
Step 9
Write a one-sentence description under each video title.
Step 10
Place a sticky note next to each video idea.
Step 11
Show your idea board to at least two friends.
Step 12
Ask each friend to pick their favorite idea.
Step 13
Ask each friend to say one reason they liked that idea and listen.
Step 14
Circle the video idea you will try first.
Step 15
Share your finished idea board on DIY.org.
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
What can we use instead of the large sheet of paper or sticky notes?
If you don't have a large sheet of paper, tape together several printer pages or use poster board, and if you lack sticky notes, cut small squares of paper and tape them next to each video idea.
What if my friends can't see the idea board in person to pick favorites?
If your friends can't see the idea board in person, photograph the large sheet of paper, send the photo to at least two friends asking them to pick a favorite and give one reason, then write each friend's reason on a sticky note and circle the video idea you will try first.
How can I adapt the activity for younger or older kids?
For ages 5–7, have an adult spread the large sheet of paper and pre-write the topic and goals while the child chooses pictures and sketches the logo inside the small box; ages 8–11 can write three video titles and one-sentence descriptions with some help; and ages 12+ should complete all steps themselves and prepare to share the finished idea board on DIY.org.
How can we make the idea board more exciting or personalized?
To enhance the board, add color and stickers to the large sheet of paper, design a bold logo inside the small box, create a thumbnail and a simple storyboard for the video you circled, and then photograph and share the finished idea board on DIY.org.
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Facts about video channel planning for kids
👥 Choosing a specific target audience (like 'kids who love science') makes it easier for viewers to know your channel is for them.
🗂️ Planning three videos ahead creates a mini playlist that helps viewers watch more and subscribe faster.
🎨 Simple logos with bold shapes and 1–2 colors are easiest to recognize as tiny channel icons.
🧪 Testing ideas with friends is a fast way to learn what makes people laugh, stay curious, or want more — feedback is gold!
🎥 YouTube launched in 2005 and now has over 2 billion logged-in monthly users — huge potential audiences!
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