The Start of an Exciting Journey
Hi, I’m Cody, and welcome to Beyond Binders! This blog is inspired by my eldest daughter and my desire to help her explore creativity, hobbies, and meaningful bonding experiences through trading card collecting and content creation.
At first, my goal was simply to create something my daughter could look back on—a space where she could see my thoughts and perspectives at this stage in life. But the more I reflected on it, the more I realized that other parents, collectors, and aspiring content creators might relate to our journey or even gain something from it.
This blog is a collection of my thoughts, ideas, and realizations as a father. Together, my daughter and I are navigating the world of trading cards, video content creation, and the responsibilities that come with these hobbies. Through this blog, I’ll be documenting our experiences, insights, and the valuable lessons we both learn along the way.
If you’d like to know more about me personally, feel free to read more [here].
Why Trading Card Collecting?
Although I haven’t had a trading card collection since elementary school, I’ve always been fascinated by card collecting and the community it creates. Trading cards tell stories, spark excitement, and connect collectors across generations.
So when my daughter expressed interest in starting her own card collection, I knew it was the perfect opportunity for us to bond. From the thrill of opening booster packs to carefully organizing cards in a binder, trading card collecting I had the idea that this could become something truly special for us.
More than that, it teaches valuable life skills—patience, organization, budgeting, and an appreciation for rarity and detail.
Follow us as we start from scratch, knowing virtually nothing about the trading card hobby, video production, blogging, or editing. Grow with us as we learn, experiment, and improve along the way!
For those who aren’t as interested in the personal journey and parenting insights, I totally understand! I’ll always provide direct links to card collecting tips, product recommendations, and content creation guides so you can find exactly what you need.
Expanding Beyond Card Collecting – Our YouTube Journey
Honestly, creating a YouTube channel was my daughter’s idea first. Unlike when I was a kid, her generation has grown up watching content creators on YouTube, and that sparked her desire to start her own channel.
As a father, I had a lot of concerns—online safety, privacy risks, and the challenges of content creation. After thinking long and hard, I decided that instead of outright saying no, I’d help her navigate the world of YouTube safely and responsibly.
With that in mind, everything on the Beyond Binders YouTube channel will be her creative ideas and projects. I’m just here to help behind the scenes—filming, editing, and ensuring everything is done in a safe, age-appropriate way. My goal isn’t to take credit for what she’s creating, but to support and guide her.
What You’ll Find on Our YouTube Channel
✅ Trading Card Pack Openings – Discover rare finds and share the excitement of new additions to our collection.
✅ Creative Projects – Fun ways to enhance the collecting experience, from DIY storage solutions to experiments and anything else that might spark her imagination and creativity!
✅ Content Creation & Learning – Helping my daughter understand filming, editing, and storytelling while fostering her creativity.
For Parents:
If you’re a parent wondering whether you should let your child start a YouTube channel, I’ll be sharing my insights—the risks, the rewards, and how to do it safely. From setting up a kid-friendly YouTube channel to teaching online responsibility, I want to provide helpful tips based on our experience.
What Readers Can Expect from Beyond Binders
This blog will explore multiple aspects of our adventure, including:
1. Trading Card Collecting
- Pack openings and rare finds
- How to organize and store card collections
- Beginner tips for new collectors
- How to find the best trading cards for kids
2. Content Creation Insights
- Behind-the-scenes of filming and editing videos
- How to start a YouTube channel with kids safely
- Best beginner-friendly tools and software for content creation
3. Parenting Thoughts & Lessons
- Encouraging creativity and independence
- The benefits of hobbies for kids
- Navigating online safety and screen time
- Balancing fun and responsibility in collecting and content creation
4. Product & Tool Recommendations
- Best trading card binders and storage solutions
- Kid-friendly cameras and editing software for beginners
- Must-have tools for hobbyists and aspiring content creators
Why This Journey Matters
Parenting is about guiding rather than enforcing. My goal isn’t to dictate what my daughter should do, but to empower her to explore, create, and express herself in a safe and supportive environment.
Beyond Binders isn’t just about trading cards or YouTube—it’s about connection, exploration, and the memories we create together.
If you’re a parent, collector, or aspiring content creator, I invite you to follow our journey. Whether you’re looking for practical tips on card collecting and content creation or just want to see how a father-daughter duo navigates this space, you’re in the right place!
Join Us on This Adventure!
We’d love for you to be part of this journey. Here’s how you can get involved:
✅ Subscribe to our YouTube channel for kid-friendly pack openings and creative projects.
✅ Follow the blog for behind-the-scenes insights, parenting reflections, and content creation tips.
✅ Share your experiences! If you collect cards or create content with your child, we’d love to hear but to also learn from you!
Stay tuned as we dive into our first big card opening and share the lessons we learn along the way. Let’s build a community where creativity, collecting, and family bonding bring us all together!
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