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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 | CBS | |
Nielsen DMA | Rockford | |
Web Home Page Address | WWW.WIFR.COM |
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State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
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: | 3.0 |
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 18) | Response |
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Program Title | MISSING |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAY 12PM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
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. | MISSING focuses on actual cases of missing persons, providing information and descriptions of missing children, including endangered runaways as well as victims of abductions. The show also presents peer-to-peer advice on safety in public places and in cyber space, including real-world examples of how to avoid potentially dangerous situations. The program emphasizes taking active responsibility for personal safety and promotes situational awareness, presented in a calm and non-threatening manner suited for teenagers. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (2 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 11AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
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. | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS instroduces young viewers to a wide variety of outdoor activities, explaining the benefits of keeping fit while exploring wonders of nature. Episode topics include fishing, hang-gliding, horseback riding, kayaking, hiking, camping, water skiing, snow skiing and backpacking. The series also provides important information on wilderness survival skills and emphasizes safety outdoors as well as environmental awareness and responsible use of our natural resources. The program shows real life in-the-field experiences of professional and ordinary people experiencing the outdoors, as well as exhibiting good social responsibility and promoting strong personal and community values. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (3 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | HEAD'S UP! |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 1030AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
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 | 9 years to 12 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | HEADS UP! is a series about astronomy and astronautics that takes young viewers beyond the basics of the Big Dipper and moon, introducing them to the magical content and practical context of the night sky. In each episode, the series takes kids on an entertaining and informative tour of the heavens through several featured segments, including a survey of all the planets and moons in our solar system. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (4 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | DOODLEBOPS - I |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 8AM |
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 | 3 years to 6 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (5 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | THE CENTSABLES |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 130PM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
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 | 6 years to 12 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | THE CENTSABLES, friendly bank employees by day and superheroes by choice, are on a mission: to teach young kids about finance, and start them on a lifetime of sound money management. The Centsables combines entertainment with education. The six superheroes use their superpowers to fight evil-doers as they model good choices in finance and in life. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (6 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS II |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 1030AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 12 |
Number of Preemptions | 2 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 9 years to 11 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS II |
List date and time rescheduled | |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | |
Date Preempted | 2012-11-03 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Other |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS II |
List date and time rescheduled | 10/06/12 730AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2012-10-06 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Digital Core Program (7 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | LAURA MCKENZIE'S TRAVELER |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 1230PM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
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. | LAURA MCKENZIE'S TRAVELER is an in-depth, travel show that offers entertaining, safe, educational information. It educates and inspires with several educational components built into the fabric of the program. Educational topics include geography, history, social context and environment, arts and entertainment, types of government, interviews with political leaders, current modes of transportation, indigenous foods and drink, culinary options, architecture, currency, national customs, national languages, trivia and travel tips. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (8 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | DOODLEBOPS - II |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 830AM |
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 | 3 years to 6 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (9 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 930AM |
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 | 3 years to 7 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as 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. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (10 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | CRITTER GITTERS |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 930AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
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 | 9 years to 14 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | CRITTER GITTERS features a non-violent, adventurous format that can be enjoyed by the entire family while stimulating creativity, promoting team work and showcasing moral dilemmas and social values. A search and rescue, animal adventure-themed series with an entertaining twist of investigative and detective "super sleuthing" by a group of neighborhood kids, a veterinarian, a marine bilogist, a zany professor, and colorful neighborhood characters. Action and stimulating story lines combined with compelling situations along with kids' natural curiosity and love for animals. Series features a diverse cast providing positive role models. To add variety to the series, episodes have been produced in Costa Rica, Switzerland, the Florida Everglades, The Great Northwest, East Coast, Midwest...just about everywhere in the USA. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (11 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS I |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 10AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 1 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 9 years to 11 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS I |
List date and time rescheduled | 10/06/12 7AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2012-10-06 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Digital Core Program (12 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 1130AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
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. | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS instroduces young viewers to a wide variety of outdoor activities, explaining the benefits of keeping fit while exploring wonders of nature. Episode topics include fishing, hang-gliding, horseback riding, kayaking, hiking, camping, water skiing, snow skiing and backpacking. The series also provides important information on wilderness survival skills and emphasizes safety outdoors as well as environmental awareness and responsible use of our natural resources. The program shows real life in-the-field experiences of professional and ordinary people experiencing the outdoors, as well as exhibiting good social responsibility and promoting strong personal and community values. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (13 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | CURIOSITY QUEST |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 10AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
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 | 9 years to 12 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | CURIOSITY QUEST is an upbeat, family, educational program that explores what viewers are curious about. In each show, host Joel Greene ventures on a quest to answer viewer's letters of curiosity. Each quest takes the audience on location for an unscripted, hands-on, educational exploration. In addition, throughout each program, Joel will hit the streets to get real and often comical answers to questions pertaining to each episode. Joel's enthusiastic personality often lands him in hilarious situations in pursuit of the answer. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (14 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | SWAP TV |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 2PM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
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. | SWAP TV is about two teenagers from different backgrounds "swapping" lives for a weekend. The program explores the opposite lives of the participating youngsters as they learn about different cultures and family settings. Young viewers are exposed to the special interests of the "swapping" youngsters and what adjustments they make to a different life situation. The program teaches tolerance of various races, creeds and backgrounds while exposing an appreciation to someone else's way of live. Each episode is informative, entertaining and promotes good social values and respect. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (15 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - I |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 9AM |
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 | 3 years to 7 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as 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. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (16 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | CURIOSITY QUEST GOES GREEN |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 9AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
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 | 9 years to 12 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | CURIOSITY QUEST GOES GREEN is a weekly half-hour television series that allows children to explore the world of "green" living. The series educates and informs youngsters about recycling, saving energy and protecting the environment. Each episode highlights a different aspect of environmental challenges and possible solutions. The weekly series also promotes children's writing and creative skills. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (17 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | DRAGON FLY TV |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 1PM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
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. | DRAGON FLY TV highlights children doing projects with real hands-on experience and demonstrates practical applications of mathematics and science. It introduces young viewers to a variety of scientific disciplines and challenges them in critical thinking and problem solving skills, while providing valuable information to reach answers. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, allowing children to investigate science on their own. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (18 of 18) | Response |
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Program Title | THE REAL WINNING EDGE |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 230PM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
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. | THE REAL WINNING EDGE introduces viewers to incredibly talented young people but it's more than a showcase for kids with exceptional talent and athleticism, it's about teenagers who've built character through their struggles with cancer or death of a loved one. It's about kids who have come face-to-face with drug abuse and peer pressure without losing their focus on their goal. Through interviews and profiles, these young people provide honest answers about how they dealt with adversity in their lives. The stories are introduced by an all-star team of high-profile, professional celebrities and music stars. The program encourages young people to see beyond their own circumstances and realize they are not alone in their struggles. It instills confidence in teenagers who are reaching for thier own dreams and delivers a strong message of hope and optimism for the future of America's youth. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Question | Response |
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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 | JACKIE MYERS |
Address | 2523 N. MERIDIAN RD. |
City | ROCKFORD |
State | IL |
Zip | 61101 |
Telephone Number | 815 987 5300 |
Email Address | JACKIE.MYERS@WIFR.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. | Please note explanation of children's programming not airing as normally scheduled...Saturday, 11/03/12, Doodlebops Rockin' Road Show I at 8am, the 2011 evergreen episode was aired since the full episode wasn't recorded. Liberty Kids II did not air since the program was not recorded, and Busytown Mysteries I evergreen episode was aired. Saturday, 11/10/12, we lost power at 1057am until 1101am, interrupting Liberty Kids II, 1030am. On the digital channel, Saturday 10/06/12, audio on The Centsables 130pm cut out halfway through from 141-153pm. On Saturday 11/03/12, Laura McKenzie's Traveler, the show was ingested in HD, but should have been SD. The first local break of psas was aired before the episode from 11/10/12 was cued up to play in its entirety. Aside from that, all the programs aired in their entirety with these variations...Missing aired 5:00 early on 10/06/12, 11/17/12, 12/01/12 and 12/15/12. Laura McKenzie's Traveler aired 5:00 early on 10/06/12, 11/17/12, 12/01/12, 12/15/12 and 3:00 late on 11/03/12. Dragon Fly TV aired 6:00 early on 10/06/12, 11/17/12, 12/01/12, 12/15/12; 1:00 early on 10/13/12, 10/20/12, 10/27/12, 11/10/12, 11/24/12, 12/08/12 and 2:00 late on 11/03/12. The Centsables aired 6:00 early 10/06/12, 11/17/12, 12/01/12, 12/15/12; 1:00 early 10/13/12, 10/20/12, 10/27/12, 11/10/12, 11/24/12, 12/08/12; 2:00 late 11/03/12. Swap TV aired 10:00 early 12/01/12; 6:00 early 10/06/12, 11/17/12, 12/15/12; 1:00 early 10/13/12, 10/20/12, 10/27/12, 11/10/12, 11/24/12, 12/08/12; 2:00 late 11/03/12. The Real Winning Edge aired 10:00 early 12/01/12; 6:00 early 10/06/12, 11/17/12, 12/15/12; 1:00 early 10/13/12, 10/20/12, 10/27/12, 11/10/12, 11/24/12, 12/08/12; 2:00 late 11/03/12. |
Other Matters (1 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 930AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 7 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as 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. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (2 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS I |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 10AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 11 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (3 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - I |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 9AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 7 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as 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. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (4 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS II |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 1030AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 11 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (5 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | DOODLEBOPS - II |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 830AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 6 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (6 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 11AM |
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. | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS instroduces young viewers to a wide variety of outdoor activities, explaining the benefits of keeping fit while exploring wonders of nature. Episode topics include fishing, hang-gliding, horseback riding, kayaking, hiking, camping, water skiing, snow skiing and backpacking. The series also provides important information on wilderness survival skills and emphasizes safety outdoors as well as environmental awareness and responsible use of our natural resources. The program shows real life in-the-field experiences of professional and ordinary people experiencing the outdoors, as well as exhibiting good social responsibility and promoting strong personal and community values. |
Other Matters (7 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 1130AM |
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. | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS instroduces young viewers to a wide variety of outdoor activities, explaining the benefits of keeping fit while exploring wonders of nature. Episode topics include fishing, hang-gliding, horseback riding, kayaking, hiking, camping, water skiing, snow skiing and backpacking. The series also provides important information on wilderness survival skills and emphasizes safety outdoors as well as environmental awareness and responsible use of our natural resources. The program shows real life in-the-field experiences of professional and ordinary people experiencing the outdoors, as well as exhibiting good social responsibility and promoting strong personal and community values. |
Other Matters (8 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | CURIOSITY QUEST GOES GREEN |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 9AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 12 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | CURIOSITY QUEST GOES GREEN is a weekly half-hour television series that allows children to explore the world of "green" living. The series educates and informs youngsters about recycling, saving energy and protecting the environment. Each episode highlights a different aspect of environmental challenges and possible solutions. The weekly series also promotes children's writing and creative skills. |
Other Matters (9 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | CURIOSITY QUEST |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 10AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 12 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | CURIOSITY QUEST is an upbeat, family, educational program that explores what viewers are curious about. In each show, host Joel Greene ventures on a quest to answer viewer's letters of curiosity. Each quest takes the audience on location for an unscripted, hands-on, educational exploration. In addition, throughout each program, Joel will hit the streets to get real and often comical answers to questions pertaining to each episode. Joel's enthusiastic personality often lands him in hilarious situations in pursuit of the answer. |
Other Matters (10 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | DOODLEBOPS - I |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 8AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 6 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (11 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | HEAD'S UP! |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 1030AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 12 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | HEADS UP! is a series about astronomy and astronautics that takes young viewers beyond the basics of the Big Dipper and moon, introducing them to the magical content and practical context of the night sky. In each episode, the series takes kids on an entertaining and informative tour of the heavens through several featured segments, including a survey of all the planets and moons in our solar system. |
Other Matters (12 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | CRITTER GITTERS |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 930AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 14 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | CRITTER GITTERS features a non-violent, adventurous format that can be enjoyed by the entire family while stimulating creativity, promoting team work and showcasing moral dilemmas and social values. A search and rescue, animal adventure-themed series with an entertaining twist of investigative and detective "super sleuthing" by a group of neighborhood kids, a veterinarian, a marine bilogist, a zany professor, and colorful neighborhood characters. Action and stimulating story lines combined with compelling situations along with kids' natural curiosity and love for animals. Series features a diverse cast providing positive role models. To add variety to the series, episodes have been produced in Costa Rica, Switzerland, the Florida Everglades, The Great Northwest, East Coast, Midwest...just about everywhere in the USA. |
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