How to Create Nursery Rhyme Videos:From Concept to YouTube Success
- Pixozone
- Oct 10
- 25 min read
Updated: Oct 14
Table of Contents
Introduction
Phase 1: Picking a Great Topic for Little Kids
Phase 2: Writing a Nursery Rhyme
Phase 3: Recording Kids and Family Voices
Phase 4: Making Music for Kids
Phase 5: 2D Animation Production Process
Character Design
Environment Design
Prop Design
Animation Using 2D Softwares
Phase 6: Post-Production and Foley Sound Effects
Phase 7: Creating Cool Thumbnails
Phase 8: Uploading to Youtube and SEO Process
Title A/B Testing
Writing a Good Description
Tags and SEO
Monetizing The Video and Growth Strategies
Conclusion
Introduction
Making great nursery rhymes for YouTube is a mix of being creative, knowing your stuff, and getting the word out. Kids' stuff gets tons of views on YouTube, so there's a huge chance for people making videos. Channels like Cocomelon and Little Baby Bum show that good rhymes can be worldwide hits, watched by kids all over every day.
This guide takes you through making nursery rhymes, from the first ideas to getting them seen on YouTube. If you're a parent making videos for your kids, someone who draws cartoons wanting to make kid's stuff, or someone starting a rhyme channel, this is for you.
The rhyme world has changed now that they're on the internet. You need to know stories and music, but also drawing cartoons, making sound, and getting people to watch. By the end, you will know how to make good rhymes that kids love and that get popular on YouTube without having to pay for views.
Phase 1: Picking the Right Theme for Little Kids
Knowing Your Audience
If you want to write great nursery rhymes, you gotta get who you're writing for. Toddlers aged 1-5 have specific things they like and need as they grow, and that should shape what you write about. They don't pay attention for long (usually 2-5 minutes). They like when things repeat, bright colors, and simple stories that are easy to follow. Studies show that kids at this age are learning to talk, figuring out feelings, and starting to understand why things happen. Your themes should help them learn these things while still being fun.
Popular Themes for Nursery Rhymes
Educational Topics:
Numbers and counting (Five Little Ducks, Ten Green Bottles)
Letters and how they sound (ABC songs, learning letters)
Colors and shapes (Rainbow songs, learning shapes)
Days of the week and months
Body parts and staying healthy
Animal Stories:
Farm animals and their sounds (Old MacDonald Had a Farm)
Wild animals and where they live
Taking care of pets
Animal families and babies
How animals move from place to place
Everyday Life:
What you do in the morning (brushing teeth, getting dressed)
Songs about eating and healthy food
What you do before bed
Playing and sharing with friends
Things families do together and celebrations
Seasons and Holidays:
The weather and how it changes with the seasons
What we do for holidays
Things to do outside in different seasons
Foods we eat at different times of the year
Checking Your Idea
Before you settle on your topic, do your homework to see if people will actually like it:
Market Research: Check out Google Trends, YouTube Search, and keyword tools to see what's hot in nursery rhymes. Find areas where you can do something different or better than what's already out there.
Learning Check: Talk to people in early childhood education to be sure your topic helps kids learn the right things for their age. Maybe team up with teachers or child experts to make sure your ideas are good.
Cultural Check: Make sure your topics include everyone and don't offend anyone. Think about how different people will see your content and stay away from stereotypes or things that could be offensive.
What Parents Want: Keep in mind that parents pick what their kids watch. Think about topics that parents will like because they teach something and send good messages.
How to Build Your Topic
After you pick a good topic, build it using these steps:
Main Point:What's the most important thing kids should learn or enjoy from your rhyme? Say it in one clear sentence.
Plan Your Story: Simple rhymes still need a basic story:
Beginning: Show the characters and what's going on
Middle: Show what happens or what the problem is
End: Give a good ending
Repeat Things: Kids learn by hearing things over and over. Plan to repeat words, tunes, or actions that kids can guess and join in on.
Make it Fun: Think about how kids can join in while they watch. They can clap, dance, count, or make animal noises.
Phase 2: How to Write a Great Nursery Rhyme
Understanding the Basics
Nursery rhymes usually have patterns that kids like. Knowing these patterns makes your song sound familiar and fun.
Rhyme Stuf:
AABB (consecutive lines rhyme): "Twinkle, twinkle, little star / How I wonder what you are"
ABAB (alternating rhyme): More complex but still accessible
ABCB (only second and fourth lines rhyme): Common in folk songs
Rhythmic Patterns:Most kids' songs have easy beats that kids can clap to.
Like counting to 4, strong beat on 1 and 3.
Easy counting.
Words that sound good with the beat.
How to Write for Little Kids
Choose Your Words: Use words kids know, but throw in a few new ones. If most of the words are easy, with a few harder ones mixed in!
Easy Sentences: Write short, easy sentences. Say things straight out. Kids like it when you're clear.
Feelings: Use feelings kids know, like happy, surprised, or a little sad but then okay. Don't use tricky feelings like sarcasm.
The Process of Making The Song
What's the Story: Start with a simple story:
Who's in the story?
Where are they?
What happens?
How does it end?
Writing the Words:
Write down the point of the song.
Find words that you can repeat.
Write the verses to tell the story.
Add bits to help the song flow.
Make sure it rhymes and has a good beat.
Example Time:
Topic: Sharing toys
Point: Sharing with buddies makes playing better.
Story:
Character: Little Sam has a truck.
Where: At the playground.
Problem: Sam doesn't want to share.
How it ends: Sam shares and has fun.
Repeat This: Share, friends are there
Song: Verse 1: Here's Sam and his truck.
Chorus: Share
Verse 2: Sam's alone, feels bad.
Chorus: Share
Verse 3: Sam shares and smiles
Final Chorus: Sharing song!
Making Lyrics Sound better
Syllable Count: Keep the syllable count the same in each line of a verse. It makes the song sound good and easier to remember.
How We Talk: Say your lyrics out loud. If something sounds weird, it will sound even weirder when sung.
Know Your Audience: Think about where people are from and what they know. Try to use words and ideas everyone can understand.
Teaching Stuff in Rhymes
What Kids Should Learn: Decide what you want kids to get from the rhyme, like:
Numbers, letters, colors
Sharing, being nice, working together
Brushing teeth, cleaning up
Knowing feelings and how to deal with them
Repeating Things: Repeat important stuff:
Say the main things to learn more than once.
Use the same lesson in different ways.
Have parts where kids can shout answers.
Is it Easy Enough: Make sure the rhyme is not too hard for the kids:
1-2 years old: Easy words, simple ideas, say things a lot
2-3 years old: Short sentences, things they know, what happens after
3-4 years old: Longer stories, fixing problems, being with others
4-5 years old: Harder stories, feelings, and school stuff
Phase 3: Time to Record the Kid's and Family Vocals!
Setting Up Your Recording Spot
Home Studio Basics: You don't need crazy expensive gear to get a good recording at home. The biggest thing is to keep background noise down and get the room sounding right.
Picking a Space: Find a quiet room without a lot of hard surfaces. Bedrooms are usually good because the carpets, curtains, and furniture soak up sound. Try to stay away from rooms with hard floors, big windows, or really high ceilings – those can make echoes.
Sound Treatment: Hang blankets on the walls, thick rugs, or use a closet
Gear You'll Need
Microphones for Kids: Kids' voices are a little different, so keep these things in mind:
Dynamic microphones (like Shure SM58) tough and don't pick up as much background noise, which is awesome for kids who move around a lot.
Condenser microphones (like Audio-Technica AT2020) catch more details, but you need a really quiet room.
USB microphones (like Blue Yeti or Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB) are super easy to use at home recording.
Recording Software:
Freebies: Audacity, GarageBand (if you have a Mac), Cakewalk by BandLab
Paid: Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Adobe Audition
Online: Soundtrap for Education, BandLab (works in your web browser)
Working with Kids
How to Prep:
Practice the song a bunch of times beforehand.
Start with some songs they know well to get comfy with the mic.
Do short recording sessions.
Have snacks and drinks ready for when they are through.
Recording Tips:
Do a few takes of each part.
Count them in, so they know when to start singing.
If they are having a hard time singing at the normal tempo, try recording slower
Record if there is any noise around your house for editing.
Recording Different Voice Types
Kid's Main Vocals:
Put the mic about 4-6 inches from their mouth.
Use a pop filter (it stops those breath sounds)
If they have trouble remembering the whole song, just record it in smaller bits.
If it needs to sound fuller you can do a few takes.
Harmony and Background Vocals:
Get family members to sing harmonies.
Use the same mic setup to keep things sounding consistent.
Record the harmonies after you've got the main vocal down.
Try having everyone sing together – it sounds more natural.
Character Voices:
Make the voices sound different for each character.
Mess around with how high or low the voice is, the tone, and how they talk.
Record the character voices separately from the songs.
Try putting the mic in different spots to get different sounds.
Phase 4: Making Music and Instrumentals for Kids
Figuring Out What Kind of Music Kids Like
Music that's good for kids needs a few special things that are different from what grown-ups like. Little kids usually want music that's easy to follow, not too fast or slow, and uses chords that sound nice and safe.
Thinking About the Speed (Tempo):
Ages 1-2: 60-80 BPM (slower, like a lullaby)
Ages 2-3: 80-120 BPM (like walking or dancing a little)
Ages 3-5: 100-140 BPM (fast, but not too crazy)
Make the speed of the music fit what you want kids to do, like marching or clapping.
What Key to Use: Happy-sounding keys like C, G, F, and D are usually best. You can use sadder keys sometimes, but make sure the song ends up happy.
What Instruments to Use for Kid's Music
Main Instruments:
Piano/Keyboard: It sounds good and most kids are familiar with it.
Acoustic Guitar: It has a warm and real sound.
Ukulele: It sounds happy and works well for upbeat songs.
Simple Percussion: Clapping, tambourines, and easy drum beats.
Using Instruments from an Orchestra:
Strings: Violins sound bright, and cellos sound warm.
Woodwinds: Flutes and piccolos sound fun.
Brass: Trumpets can sound like a big announcement.
Xylophone/Glockenspiel: These sound like classic kids' instruments.
Using Electronic Sounds:
Electronic instruments can make things more interesting.
Try to use sounds that are like real instruments.
Electronic effects can make things sounds fun or like magic.
Don't use electronic sounds that are too loud or rough.
Phase 5: Creating the 2D Animation
Pre-Production
Storyboarding: Sketch out each scene in detail before you start animating. For nursery rhymes, the storyboards should show:
How each shot looks and the camera angle
Where the characters are and how they move
When things happen to match the music
How scenes change and any special effects
What colors to use and the overall feel
Picking an Animation Style: Select a style that fits who you're making it for and what you can afford:
Flat Design: Simple shapes and bright colors
Classic 2D: More detailed, hand-drawn look
Cut-out: Like paper puppets (good if you don't have a lot of money)
Mixed: Use different animation methods for variety
Listing What You Need: Make sure you have lists of everything:
Character sheets showing all angles and expressions
Backgrounds and where the scenes take place
Things characters hold or play with
Special touches (like sparkles or water)
Designing Characters
Tips for Kids:
Keep shapes simple like squares and circles
Give them big eyes to show feelings and make them likeable
Make their faces soft, not pointy, so they look nice
Use bright, fun colors
Make sure they're easy to see, even in the dark
Process of Designing a Character:
Draw rough ideas first
Pick the best ones and make them better
Draw them from the front, side, and at an angle
Show what faces they make when they're happy, sad, etc.
Draw them turning around to see all sides
Try out different colors
Showing Personality:
How they stand or move tells you about them
Colors can make you think certain things about them
Their faces give clues about what they're like (nice, naughty, smart)
What they wear and carry tells more about their story
Things to Keep in Mind:
Make characters easy to animate
Make sure they can move naturally
Design them in parts so you can move them easily (like head, body, arms)
Think about how they'll fit into the scenes
Environment Design
Setting it Up:
Get ideas from real places.
Make complex places easy for kids to get.
Make sure places fit well and make the story better.
Add depth by using layers in the front, middle, and back.
Color and How it Feels:
Use warm or cool colors to show the time of day and how things feel.
Use bright colors for happy scenes.
Use soft, warm colors when things are calm.
Make sure places don't take attention away from the characters.
Viewpoint and Size:
Use simple viewpoints that kids can easily understand.
Make sure sizes make sense.
Make things kid-friendly (like using lower camera angles and bigger stuff).
Design places that feel safe.
Prop Design
Interactive Stuff:
Make props that characters can actually use.
Think about how things move and work in real life.
Make sure the props make sense for what kids are learning.
Kids should easily recognize the props.
Consistent Look:
Keep the same art style for all props.
Use similar colors and designs.
Props should look like they belong in the scene.
Make different versions of props for different situations.
Creating Animations with 2D Software
Picking Your Software:
Pro Options:
Adobe Animate: The go-to for many pros because it does a lot.
Toon Boom Harmony: Another pro tool, great if you want to use advanced rigging.
TVPaint: Really shines if you're doing animation one frame at a time.
Moho (Anime Studio): A solid choice if you're working with bone-based animation.
Budget-Friendly Options:
OpenToonz: It's free and Studio Ghibli uses it, so it's got to be decent, right?
Pencil2D: A simple, free program if you like doing things the old-fashioned way.
Synfig Studio: Another free program that uses vectors.
Blender Grease Pencil: Did you know you can do 2D animation right inside Blender? And it's free!
Animation Tips for Kids' Stuff:
Squash and Stretch:
Make your characters' faces really expressive, and pump up their movements.
Squash and stretch makes things look more alive.
Use it all over the place – characters, objects, everything!
Anticipation and Follow-through:
Show your characters getting ready to do stuff.
Add some natural settling after they move.
Anticipation helps kids figure out what's coming next.
Timing and Spacing:
Keep your timing steady and match it to the music if you have any.
Space out your keyframes so the motion is smooth and easy to read.
Don't make things too fast; kids need time to see what's happening.
Making an Animated Movie: How it Works:
1. Layout and Blocking:
Put the characters and camera where they need to be for each shot.
Figure out the timing and how the characters move.
Do a quick version of the animation to make sure it flows right.
2. Keyframe Animation:
Draw the most important poses for the characters.
Decide what their faces will look like.
Make sure the animation goes with the music and voices.
3. In-between Animation:
Add drawings between the main poses to make the movement smooth.
Let the computer fill in some of those drawings if it can.
Fix the computer's drawings to make them look better.
4. Secondary Animation:
Animate hair, clothes, and stuff the characters are wearing.
Add cool things like sparkles or wind.
Make the background move, and move the camera too.
Making Characters Move Easily:
To get things done faster, create character rigs:
Bone systems: This helps make their joints move like they should.
Deformers: This makes them bend and stretch without looking weird.
Expression controls: These let you change their expressions fast.
Lip sync tools: These make their mouths move with the words they're saying.
Special Effects and Visual Elements
Particle Effects:
Sparkles and magic for fairy tale scenes.
Things like rain, snow, and wind.
Dirt and stuff for outdoor scenes.
Water moving for water scenes.
Lighting and Mood:
Make sun shining can be used in outdoor scenes.
Make indoor look nice and warm.
Set the mood with lights.
Dim the lights for night scene.
Moving the Camera:
Move the camera to follow action.
Zoom in to show something important.
Keep the camera moves simple so people don't get sick.
Keep camera still for calm scenes.
Checking it Over:
Look for mistakes.
Make sure everything is the right speed.
Make sure the mouths match the words.
Make sure colors are the same in every shot.
Make sure everything is okay for kids.
Make sure anything educational is correct.
Make sure nothing it's scary or not appropriate,and is sensitive to other cultures.
Make the files small so they load fast online.
Make sure the animations play well on phones, tablets, and computers.
Test them on different sizes of screens.
Make different versions so they work on different websites.
Phase 6: Post-Production and Foley Sound Effects
Foley Sounds Explained for Kids' Animation
What's Foley? It's when people make and record regular, everyday sounds that match what's happening on the screen. Foley sounds are super important for cartoons made for kids. They help the cartoon world seem alive and more real. This keeps kids interested.
Why Foley Matters in Kids' Shows:
Learning: It assists children connect sounds to what they see.
Keeps them watching: It keeps their eyes on the screen.
Makes it real: It assists the cartoon seem like a real place.
Hearing skills: It assists kids learn how to hear and know different sounds.
Types of Sounds in Kids' Songs and Cartoons
Character Movement Sounds:
How footsteps sound on the ground (grass, wood, stone)
Sounds of running, hopping, and skipping
Clothes moving
Breathing
Sounds from the World Around:
Nature sounds (birds, wind, water)
Sounds indoors (a quiet room, a clock)
Weather sounds (rain, thunder, wind)
Sounds of the seasons (leaves, snow)
Sounds of Things Touching Each Other:
Toy sounds (balls, blocks)
Sounds from home (doors, dishes)
Instruments in the cartoon
Paper sounds
Magical Sounds:
Sparkly sounds
Whoosh sounds for magic
Soft sounds for magic moments
Bubble sounds for fun
Cool Sound Ideas for Kid's Stuff
Be Nice: Unlike what grown-ups watch, sounds for kids shouldn't be too loud or scary. Everything should seem chill, even in scenes with action.
Go Big, But Not Too Big: Sounds can be bigger than real life to match cartoons, but don't go overboard and scare the kids.
Teach Stuff: Use sounds to help kids learn. Like, animal sounds can teach them about critters.
How to Record Sounds
Setting Up at Home:
Find a quiet room with not a lot of background noise.
Use blankets or pillows to stop echoes.
Put mics in different spots -- close for details, far away for the vibe.
Gear You Need:
Dynamic mic: Good for loud sounds without fuzz.
Condenser mic: good for soft sounds with lots of detail.
Recorder: Take it with you to get sounds outside.
Audio thingy: Hooks up mics to your computer.
Tips for Recording:
Stack sounds: Use a bunch of sounds together to make something cool.
Move mics: Try recording the same sound from different spots.
Record silence: Get the sound of your room so you can edit later.
Do it again: Make a few recordings to pick the best one.
Making Cool Sounds
Use Stuff Around the House:
Footsteps: Try different shoes on cardboard or rocks.
Animal noises: Use toys or your voice.
Weather: Rice in a jar makes rain, and cellophane sounds like fire.
Magic: Wind chimes or little bells work great.
Food Sounds:
Crunch: Use cereal or crackers.
Squish: Jello or wet sponges are perfect.
Bubbles: Blow bubbles in water.
Sizzle: Flick water on a hot pan to make magic sounds.
Use Musical Instruments:
Play real instruments when there's music in the story.
Use drums for the beat.
Use melodic instruments to bring out the emotions.
Toy instruments can sound really kid-like.
Sound Effect Timing: Getting it Right
Matching the Beat: Make sure your sound effects sync up with the music's rhythm when it makes sense. This makes everything flow together better.
Matching What You See:
Impact Sounds: Get those sounds to hit right when you see something happen.
Sound Before Action: Sometimes, a sound a bit before the action looks better.
Let it Fade: Let your sounds fade out naturally, just like what you're seeing.
Stacking Sounds:
Main Sounds: These are your most important bang and crash sounds.
Extra Sounds: These fill things out and make it sound cool.
Background Sounds: Keep these running to keep the vibe constant.
What to Do After Recording
Keeping Things Tidy:
Sort Sounds: Keep your sounds in folders, like explosions and car noises.
Name Sounds Well: Call your files something obvious like, big_explosion_1.
Take Notes: Write down what worked and what didn't for each scene.
Fixing Sounds:
EQ: Tweak the sound so it sounds nice and crisp.
Compression: Keep the loud parts from being too loud and the quiet parts from being too quiet.
Noise Removal: Clean up any hissing or humming.
Reverb: Give sounds some space, but keep it clean.
Mixing Sounds Together:
Separate Sounds: EQ helps keep voices, guitars, and booms from messing with each other.
Balance: Keep the sounds from drowning out the voices.
Widen the Sound: Put sounds in different spots on the left and right for a wide feel.
Auto Adjust: Raise and lower sound levels as the scene plays out to get the mix just right.
Things to think about when designing sounds for kids:
Volume:
Make sure the sound is okay for little ears.
No loud or surprising noises.
Keep the volume steady.
Try it out on phones and tablets kids use.
Frequency:
Keep speech clear.
Not too much bass.
Bright, clear high sounds but not too harsh.
Hear how it sounds on tablets and phones.
Emotions:
Pick sounds that fit the feelings you want.
Use rising sounds for happy moments.
Use soft sounds for calm or bedtime.
Make sure sounds help, not distract.
Interactive Sounds
Make sounds that kids can join in on.
Animal noises to copy.
Rhythms to clap to.
Music to sing with.
Use sound to signal what's coming.
Rising music for exciting stuff.
Sound cues that a character is about to show up.
Sounds that point to activities or song parts.
Check the quality:
Technical Standards:
Sound the same across the board.
No bad noises.
Make sure the sound matches what you see.
Check the sound at different volumes.
Test with Kids: Get kids to listen to your sounds.
Watch how they react.
See what they like or don't like.
Change the sounds if you need to.
Ask parents if the sounds are okay.
Phase 7: Making Awesome Thumbnails
Why YouTube Thumbnails Matter
First Impression: Your thumbnail is usually the first thing people see, so it needs to grab their attention fast. Studies say viewers decide if they'll click on a video super quickly after seeing the thumbnail. For kids' stuff, parents often make the call, so your thumbnail needs to appeal to both.
The Made for Kids Benefit: YouTube's system seems to favor good thumbnails when it comes to kids' videos. Nice thumbnails can really help people find your video and make them want to click, which is key to growing without ads.
How to Design Great Thumbnails for Kids' Content
Color Tips:
Go bright and colorful: Kids love vivid colors.
Make it pop: Use strong contrasts to ensure it looks good on all screens.
Use colors that work well together so things look nice.
Stick to the same colors for all your videos so people start to recognize your channel.
Layout Tips:
Use the rule of thirds : Put the important stuff where imaginary lines cross
Have one main thing to look at.
Show what’s most important first.
Leave some empty space so it doesn’t look too busy.
Text Tips:
Use big, clear fonts: Make sure it's easy to read, even on phones.
Make the text stand out.
Keep it short: Use only a few words.
Use fonts that are fun and fit your videos.
Cool Stuff for Nursery Rhyme Thumbnails
Characters are Key:
Make sure the main people in the rhyme are easy to spot and fun to look at.
Show how they're feeling – happy, surprised, whatever fits the rhyme.
Zoom in a bit so you can still see everything on small phones.
Have the characters look into the middle of the picture.
Give a Sneak Peek:
Add stuff that gives away what the rhyme is about.
Show the important things or places from the video.
Make people wonder what's going to happen next.
Use easy-to-understand images that kids and parents will get.
Learning Stuff:
Put in little things that hint at learning, like numbers or letters.
Show things that look like kids can join in.
Make sure the learning stuff is right for the age group.
Mix fun and learning in what you show.
Tech Stuff to Know:
YouTube wants your picture to be 1280 x 720 pixels (like a wide screen).
Keep the file under 2MB.
Use JPG, GIF, or PNG files.
It needs to be at least 640 pixels wide so it looks good.
Looks good Everywhere:
Most people watch YouTube on their phones, so make it look good there.
Lots of kids watch on TVs now too.
Kids use tablets a lot for watching stuff.
Parents still use computers to find videos.
Cool Tools to Use:
Adobe Photoshop: Has everything you need for really awesome thumbnails.
Adobe Illustrator: Great for making images that can be any size.
Canva Pro: Easy to use, with templates made just for YouTube.
Figma: Free online tool that lets you work with friends.
Free Options:
Canva (Free): Has basic templates and tools.
GIMP: Free like Photoshop, does almost the same stuff.
Paint.NET: Simple for Windows.
Google Drawings: Basic, but good enough for simple pictures.
Phone Apps:
Thumbnail Maker: Made just for YouTube thumbnails.
Canva Mobile: Has all the same stuff as the computer version.
Adobe Spark Post: Easy to use on phones, has templates.
Over: Good for adding text and pictures fast.
Creating Great Designs
Starting with an Idea:
Look at your video and pick out the most important parts.
Decide what feeling you want people to get from the video.
Think about what kids and their parents would like to see.
See what other popular thumbnails in your category look like.
Planning How It Looks:
The main thing you want people to notice, like a character, should take up about half the image.
Other things, like supporting characters, should take up a smaller part.
The background should be simple.
Any words you add should be short and easy to read.
Picking Colors:
Pick a few colors that look good together.
Make sure the colors are different enough to be easy to see.
Think about what feelings the colors give people (like red for excitement).
Check if the colors still look good when the thumbnail is small.
Testing Your Thumbnails:
How to Test:
Make a few different thumbnails for each video.
Try out different feelings, colors, and layouts.
If you can, use YouTube's tool to test different thumbnails.
Keep an eye on how many people click and change things if needed.
Things to Change:
Try different faces on the characters: happy, surprised, or curious.
Put the words at the top, bottom, or don't use words at all.
Use warm, cool, or very different colors.
Show a close-up, or show more of the scene.
What to Watch:
Click-through rate: This tells you if people like your thumbnail.
Watch time: This makes sure your thumbnail is honest about what's in the video.
New subscribers: This shows if your thumbnails are helping your channel grow.
Comments: This shows if people are happy with what they clicked on.
Phase 8: Getting Your Video on YouTube
Getting Your Video Ready
Here's what to keep in mind:
Resolution: Go for at least 1080p (1920x1080). If you can, 4K (3840x2160) is even better.
Frame rate: 24fps gives that movie look, but 30fps is good, too.
Format: Use MP4 with H.264 – it works the best.
Sound: 48kHz, 16-bit is fine. Stereo or mono depends on your video.
Stay Organized:
Name your files the same way, so they're easy to find.
Keep videos in folders by series or date.
Have a backup of the final video.
Keep the editing files in case you need to fix something later.
Uploading to YouTube Studio
First Steps:
Title: Make it catchy and use words people search for
Description: Write a good one with keywords. Say what the video is about.
Visibility: Pick Made for Kids if it's for kids under 13.
Category: Education or Entertainment work for most.
More Options:
Comments: Turn them off if it's Made for Kids.
Captions: Upload a file or let YouTube make them.
End screens: They don't work as well for kids' content.
Money: There are some rules for Made for Kids videos.
Title A/B Testing
Why Test Titles? Testing titles lets you see which ones get more clicks. This helps people find your video.
What YouTube Offers: YouTube lets you test titles right in YouTube Studio.
Go to Content in YouTube Studio.
Pick a video to test.
Write up to 3 different titles.
YouTube shows the titles and sees which does better.
Other Tools:
TubeBuddy: Good for testing titles and more.
VidIQ: Checks titles and helps with other YouTube stuff.
Thumbnail Test: Tests both pictures and titles.
How to Test:
Start with your best guess.
Make one with keywords.
Try one that sounds exciting.
Write one that says what kids will learn.
Good Titles:
Find out what words people use.
Use those words in your titles.
Make it sound good, too.
Make People Feel Something:
Use words like Fun, Happy, Amazing.
Make people curious with Learn, the power is yours, A new adventure.
Use words like Sing, Dance, Play.
Add words like Colorful, Musical, Magical.
Keep it Short:
Under 60 letters, so it doesn't get cut off.
Put the important words first.
Add the video time if it's long (like 30 Min).
Use numbers, like 5 Little Ducks.
Title Examples:
Learning:
Learning Colors with Fun Animal Songs for Kids
Rainbow Animals! Color Learning Songs for Toddlers
Colorful Animal Friends - Educational Songs for Children
Songs:
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star - Classic Song
Twinkle Star Song | Bedtime Songs for Kids
Sing Along: Twinkle Little Star | Kids Songs and Rhymes
Good Descriptions
What to Include:
Hook (First 125 letters): Make it interesting, so people click.
Tell what the video is about.
Say what kids will learn.
Ask people to subscribe or like.
Add keywords.
Give credit and add links.
Learning is Key:
Say what kids will learn.
Tell what age it's for.
Say how it helps them grow.
For Parents:
Give some background.
Promise it's safe.
Add warnings if needed.
Give ideas for activities or talks.
Tags and SEO
Tag Tips: YouTube gives you 500 characters for tags. These tags help YouTube figure out what your stuff is about so it shows up when people search for it.
Type of Tags:
Primary keywords: The main topic.
Secondary keywords: Related ideas.
Long-tail keywords: What people actually type into search.
Competitor keywords: Tags that popular, similar videos use.
Seasonal keywords: Terms for certain times of the year (if it fits).
How to Find Tags:
Check out what tags competitors are using with tools.
See what YouTube suggests when you start typing in the search bar.
Use both general and specific words.
Use single words and longer phrases.
Example Tags:
For "Five Little Ducks" Song:
Main: Nursery rhymes, kids songs, five little ducks
Other: Counting songs, preschool music, toddler entertainment
Long phrases: Five little ducks went swimming one day, nursery rhymes for toddlers
Learning: Counting, numbers, early math, preschool learning
Similar channels: Cocomelon style, little baby bum, super simple songs
For a Video About Learning Colors:
Main: Learn colors, kids education, color songs
Other: Rainbow, educational videos, preschool learning
Long phrases: Learning colors for toddlers, color recognition songs
Specific: Red blue yellow green, primary colors, color mixing
Age: Toddler learning, preschool education, early childhood
Monetization and Growth on Youtube
Understanding YouTube's "Made for Kids" Monetization
COPPA's Impact on Earnings: If your stuff is for kids, here's what's up:
Ads are limited: They're only about the video, not who's watching.
Less money from ads: You get way less cash, like 60-90% less than usual.
No personal ads: Can't use what viewers like to show them ads.
Fewer things to do: No comments, end screens, or bell thingies. Kinda kills talking to people.
Making Money in Other Ways: Since kid's stuff makes less from ads, try these:
Team up with brands: Work with toy or school brands.
Sell stuff: Make toys or learning things with your characters.
Let others use your stuff: Let people use your characters or songs in other shows.
Teach stuff: Make lessons or help schools.
How to Make Your Channel Known
Making Cool Characters:
Make characters people like and won't forget, so they can be used for many things.
Give them a story and what they're like.
Make them easy to turn into toys and other stuff.
Make sure you own the rights to your best characters.
Making a Plan for Your Videos:
Make shows that come on often and are easy to know.
Make videos about holidays and special days.
Make learning videos that go together.
Put up videos at the same time all the time, so people know when to look for them.
Making Your Channel Look Good:
Use the same colors for everything.
Have a logo and channel art that kids and parents like.
Make your video pictures easy to see, so people know it's you.
Make good animations, so you look better than others.
Talking to People and Making Friends
Getting Parents Involved:
Make videos that parents want their kids to see.
Tell them what kids will learn from the videos.
Talk to parents in the comments and listen to what they say.
Make things parents can use to keep teaching after the video is over.
Using Other Sites:
Instagram: Show what happens behind the scenes, show off your characters, and talk to parents.
Facebook: Make a group, share learning stuff, and let parents talk to each other.
TikTok: Make short videos using popular sounds, to let people find you.
Pinterest: Share learning games, things to print, and crafts.
Conclusion
So, making cool nursery rhymes for YouTube is where being creative, teaching kids, and doing business online all meet. This guide took you through all the steps, from coming up with ideas to making money, so you have what you need to create a great channel for kids.
Kid's stuff online is getting bigger and bigger, with tons of videos being watched. But to win, you need more than just cute cartoons and catchy music. Nowadays, you have to mix learning with fun, be good with tech and creative, and really care about kids while also running a business.
Here's what you should remember: Know what kids need at different ages, get the tech stuff right to make things look good, and plan how to keep your channel growing on YouTube. If you teach them something while keeping them entertained, make stuff that looks great, and market it smart, you’re setting yourself up to do well for a good time.
The world of kid's online stuff keeps changing, with new tech, updates to YouTube, and rules affecting how things are made and shared. Keep up with all of that, but don't forget to focus on making good stuff for kids that they'll want to watch.
Whether you're just getting started or want to make your channel better, just remember that the best nursery rhymes mix old-school stories with how things are made today and good online marketing. Putting the time and effort into making good stuff – from writing the words to making sure the cartoons and sounds are great – helps get people watching, makes YouTube like you more, and helps your channel last.
Making nursery rhymes is great because you can help kids learn and also build a good business. If you use the tips in this guide, you'll be able to make stuff that kids enjoy and learn from, and you can create a channel that does well in the busy world of kids' content on YouTube.
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