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| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
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| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | ABC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Chattanooga | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.newschannel9.com |
| Question | Response |
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| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 4.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 168.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 6.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30-8:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 11 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aqua Kids addresses biology and specifically the ecosystem related in the ocean, its tributaries and estuaries. Children can learn about the resources of the oceans and how protection of oceans is necessary to present and future generations - each episode has information related to a specific topic on marine life around the world. This program airs on the station's main digital channel |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Everyday Health |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30-11am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each week the three co-hosts visit areas in the U.S. to bring inspiring stories of people affected by a health crisis who are paying it forward by giving others currently facing the same health crisis a message of hope and healing and also helping fulfill some wishes. The program brought a celebrity idol to a cheerleading squad with disabilities and helped a Flash Mob raise awareness for cystic fibrosis. They also give helpful information on how to cope with the health crisis as well as helpful information on nutrition and fitness. This program informs the viewer about health issues as well as showing how to reach out and help in the community. This program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 7 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program encourages its viewers to use their creativity, curiosity, confidence, compassion, and enthusiasm for writing and reading and build a foundation for critical thinking and problem solving by using viewer's submissions of stories, reports on science, history or literature, persuasive writing and essays, recipes, drawings and poetry as the basis for various program segments. Segments includes: STORY THEATRE, BRAIN GAMES, PUPIL'S COURT, FOOD FOLKS PUPPETS, DETECTIVE McMYSTERY and JOURNAL JOURNEY. Watching viewer submissions transformed by the cast promotes character development, cooperation and mutual respect of others, as well as inspiring viewers to submit their own entries which may be aired. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busytown Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30-11:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the works of Richard Scarry, this program brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts and ultimately reach conclusions. Also, the program helps develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of each episode's overall theme. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00-9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program chooses a region, or special adaptations animals have made or a specific animal and uses a top ten countdown. From a safari in Botswana, to a dude ranch in Montana, to a retirement home for horses, Jack counts down 10 incredible horse experiences. He also explores wild and rare animals in Australia such as dingoes, devils and cassowaries. For animal adaptation Jack travels from the Arctic to the desert picking ten animals who have made special adaptation to survive in the harsh environments. This program informs the viewer about animals and their habitat which can lead the viewer to discussions regarding the environment and conservation.This program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sea Rescues |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:30a-12N |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode focuses on the rescue of a sea animal giving the viewer information about medical benefits rescue and rehabilitation programs give animals. The viewer also learns about the rescued animal's biology and ecology. This information is important because it adds to the knowledge necessary to conserve and protect threatened and endangered species. This program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ocean Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30-10:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Supported by a team of Georgia Aquarium biologists, veterinarians and other experts, Jeff Corwin travels the world to explore the Earth's least understood resource, our oceans and waterways and the animals which call them home. He swims with manta rays pointing out that their body form was the inspiration for the design of the Stealth jet. While in the water with whale sharks he takes samples of their blood to better understand their biology. As Jeff continues his journey through each episode the viewer is able to connect with these animals and learn how important they are to all life on the planet as well as how sea life connects to life on the rest of the globe. This program airs on the station's main digital channel |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Born to Explore |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Richard Wiese takes the viewer on globetrotting adventures. In this program Richard Wiese takes the viewer to the places and people of our world. Whether he climbs Mount Kilimanjaro, investigates why people live at the base of an active volcano or travels down the Nile River, the viewers are brought to the places and people of the world who form our diverse cultures and are given a better understanding why we are different and yet the same. This program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mad About |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12n-1230p aied from 4/1-8/26/12 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mad About provides programming in the area of financial literacy, nutrition, earh science, ecology, health, life skills and fitness thtat relate to state and national education standards. They also explore being "green" and how their actions impace the world. The Mad About team uses the technique of sketch comedy, music videos, animation and kid on the street interview to teach, entertain and inspire teens to make quality life decision. This program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Food for Thought |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11-11:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Food for Thought presents Claire Thomas a 22 year old host who opens viewers eyes to how everyday life can inspire culinary creations. This show informs and educates teens about the power of food as a tool for exploring new places, meeting new people and learning about different cultures. Creative inspiration can come from any place any any time from family, friends or even from bloggers. It promotes a healthy attitude toward food and life. This programs airs on the station's digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Libertys Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday - Friday 9:30-10:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 65 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 7 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Ben Franklin hires an American teenaged boy, a young English lady and a French orphaned boy as reporters during the Revolution for his newspaper the Pennsylvania Gazette. Through these reporters and their travels to ordinary homes, battlefields from Virginia to Massachusetts and the royal courts of France and England, the viewer is exposed to the issues which prompted the colonies to seek freedom. Through the explanation of these issues by such historical figures as Jefferson and Paine, the viewer also learns the impact theses issues have on the lives of ordinary citizens. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dino Squad |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12n-1230p and 1230-1p |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This series follows five teenagers who are accidentally morphed into dinosaurs, which brings them together to find a way to stop the efforts of a mad scientist who is plotting to return the world to its prehistoric state. Each episode portrays these teens facing and finding solutions to problems that are relevant to contemporary viewers. Along the way, they struggle with interpersonal issues such how and why to work with people they do not really understand, the meaning and value of honesty, teamwork, perseverance, self-confidence, sharing credit, using each person's strengths while ignoring weaknesses, and getting along in difficult situations. They learn that positive behavior results in positive consequences. This series combines the fascination of dinosaurs with familiar issues that children have to face each day. This program airs on the stataion's 9.2 channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busy World of Richard Scary |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11am-11:30a & 11:30a-12N |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This animated series is based on the books by Richard Scarry. The fictional city Busytown is an enchanting place that's abuzz with energy and life. Episodes are divided into multiple segments with different themes. The first and last segments involve the children in Busytown exploring their community. At the end of each segment the children have learned a little about their community and the world they live in. The middle segment shows children life in other cities featuring daily activities of adult characters in places such as Paris or Rome. Each episode includes two song segments in which the first, "Imagine That", teaches various things like general science to how banks work. The second song segment that teaches safety is called "Play it Safe". The aim of the series is to stimulate imagination and foster vicarious play, teach pro-social behavior (such as generosity, friendliness, persistence, altruism, understanding of others' points of view, empathy, acceptance of others' idiosyncrasies), help children move beyond family attachments to the world of friendships and community, help children develop skills on which academic learning depends such as attention, language, memory, active processing of a story and an interest in reading. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Margie Scott |
| Address | WTVC-TV/4279 Benton Drive |
| City | Chattanooga |
| State | TN |
| Zip | 37406 |
| Telephone Number | 423-757-7345 |
| Email Address | mscott@newschannel9.com |
| Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. | **This n that w/ Don Welch airs a segment every Wednesday entitled "Wednesdays Child" - a reporter from the station interacts with a child selected from Big Borthers/Big Sisters Organization in Chattanoga where they are asking for a "big" for the child **WTVC aired during 3rd quarter 2012 kid friendly psa's such as Adoption from foster care, childrens, oral health care, childhood asthma, child passenger safety and GED achievement. |
| Other Matters (1 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Born to Explore |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Richard Wiese takes the viewer on globetrotting adventures. In this program Richard Wiese takes the viewer to the places and people of our world. Whether he climbs Mount Kilimanjaro, investigates why people live at the base of an active volcano or travels down the Nile River, the viewers are brought to the places and people of the world who form our diverse cultures and are given a better understanding why we are different and yet the same. This program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (2 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30-8:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 11 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aqua Kids addresses biology and specifically the ecosystem related in the ocean, its tributaries and estuaries. Children can learn about the resources of the oceans and how protection of oceans is necessary to present and future generations - each episode has information related to a specific topic on marine life around the world. This program airs on the station's main digital channel |
| Other Matters (3 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10-10:30a |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program encourages its viewers to use their creativity, curiosity, confidence, compassion, and enthusiasm for writing and reading and build a foundation for critical thinking and problem solving by using viewer's submissions of stories, reports on science, history or literature, persuasive writing and essays, recipes, drawings and poetry as the basis for various program segments. Segments includes: STORY THEATRE, BRAIN GAMES, PUPIL'S COURT, FOOD FOLKS PUPPETS, DETECTIVE McMYSTERY and JOURNAL JOURNEY. Watching viewer submissions transformed by the cast promotes character development, cooperation and mutual respect of others, as well as inspiring viewers to submit their own entries which may be aired. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
| Other Matters (4 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ocean Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30-10:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Supported by a team of Georgia Aquarium biologists, veterinarians and other experts, Jeff Corwin travels the world to explore the Earth's least understood resource, our oceans and waterways and the animals which call them home. He swims with manta rays pointing out that their body form was the inspiration for the design of the Stealth jet. While in the water with whale sharks he takes samples of their blood to better understand their biology. As Jeff continues his journey through each episode the viewer is able to connect with these animals and learn how important they are to all life on the planet as well as how sea life connects to life on the rest of the globe. This program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (5 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sea Rescues |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30-11:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode focuses on the rescue of a sea animal giving the viewer information about medical benefits rescue and rehabilitation programs give animals. The viewer also learns about the rescued animal's biology and ecology. This information is important because it adds to the knowledge necessary to conserve and protect threatened and endangered species. This program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (6 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Food for Thought |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:30-12:00N |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Food for Thought presents Claire Thomas a 22 year old host who opens viewers eyes to how everyday life can inspire culinary creations. This show informs and educates teens about the power of food as a tool for exploring new places, meeting new people and learning about different cultures. Creative inspiration can come from any place any any time from family, friends or even from bloggers. It promotes a healthy attitude toward food and life. This programs airs on the station's digital channel. |
| Other Matters (7 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Danger Rangers |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30-1:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 3 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 5 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This is an animated program focusing on rules for safety in various situations and providing children with clear cut safety information. The program features animal superheroes that work as a safety squad to protect children. A song introduces the relevant steps to be taken for a potential safety concerns, such as the need to take proper safety precautions when swimming, and animal superheroes reinforce concepts of teamwork and preparedness and model for children the acquisition of important health and safety information. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
| Other Matters (8 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Recipe Rehab |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11-11:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program has chef against chef in a recipe makeover challenge. Viewers submit their favorite, high caloric, classic family recipe and two acclaimed chefs face off in a competition to give the recipe a calorie twist. The audience will learn the value of eating healthy, wholesome food with healthy ingredients and how these food choices have positive effects on their quality of life. Special guests will appear as judge and jury. This program will airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (9 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wimzie's House |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11am-12:00n |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Wimzie is a five year old puppet monster who attends daycare at her 150 year old Grandmother's house along with her brother and other friends. The series' characters are just familiar enough for the viewers to identify with but different enough to point out that the action takes place in an enchanted fantasy world of monsters. Through unforgettable adventures and original toe-tapping sing-along songs young viewers are introduced to topics of friendship, generosity, jealousy, diversity and sibling rivalry from a preschooler's point of view. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
| Other Matters (10 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Horseland |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30-10a |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Four teens from very different backgrounds all taking riding lessons at a very unusual riding stable where the animals all speak to each other. The teens deal with accepting responsibility, developing self-confidence, self-esteem and caring for their mounts. They also are confronted with problems that test their honesty, integrity and sometimes even their friendship. As they work to find solutions, the animals make comments on what the teens should or should not do or how they are handling the particular situation, giving the viewer a new insight to dealing with the issue. Through the four characters and the dialogue of the animals the viewers are shown clear prosocial educational messages. This program will air on station's 9.2 channel. |
| Other Matters (11 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9-9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program chooses a region, or special adaptations animals have made or a specific animal and uses a top ten countdown. From a safari in Botswana, to a dude ranch in Montana, to a retirement home for horses, Jack counts down 10 incredible horse experiences. He also explores wild and rare animals in Australia such as dingoes, devils and cassowaries. For animal adaptation Jack travels from the Arctic to the desert picking ten animals who have made special adaptation to survive in the harsh environments. This program informs the viewer about animals and their habitat which can lead the viewer to discussions regarding the environment and conservation.This program airs on the station's main digital channel |
| Other Matters (12 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Doodlebops R.R.S. |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 10-1030a and 1030-11a |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 3 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 7 years to 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode of the show features a child, who writes for help or advice with a problem to the Doodles, three animated young members of a band. The child then enters the animated world of the Doodlenet, and sets out on an adventure with the band to find a resolution to the problem. Important life lessons are imparted in the process, and the lessons learned are reinforced through a musical interlude. This program focuses on encouraging viewers to develop positive personal qualities such as honesty and initiative and also providing viewers with a basic understanding and appreciation of music. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
| Other Matters (13 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busy World of Richard Scary |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30-11am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This animated series is based on the books by Richard Scarry. The fictional city Busytown is an enchanting place that's abuzz with energy and life. Episodes are divided into multiple segments with different themes. The first and last segments involve the children in Busytown exploring their community. At the end of each segment the children have learned a little about their community and the world they live in. The middle segment shows children life in other cities featuring daily activities of adult characters in places such as Paris or Rome. Each episode includes two song segments in which the first, "Imagine That", teaches various things like general science to how banks work. The second song segment that teaches safety is called "Play it Safe". The aim of the series is to stimulate imagination and foster vicarious play, teach pro-social behavior (such as generosity, friendliness, persistence, altruism, understanding of others' points of view, empathy, acceptance of others' idiosyncrasies), help children move beyond family attachments to the world of friendships and community, help children develop skills on which academic learning depends such as attention, language, memory, active processing of a story and an interest in reading. This program airs on the station's 9.2 channel. |
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| Program Title | County Mouse, City Mouse |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12n-12:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | By focusing on the world-wide travels and adventures of two mice with differing backgrounds and viewpoints, the series provides the young viewing audience with a multi-faceted nonthreatening and relatable arena from which to observe and learn from the actions of others. Learning is attractive, natural, and part of the overall fun of the series where they learn the difference between living in the country and the city. This program airs on the station's 9.2 digital channel. |
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