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| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
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| Section | Question | Response |
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| Station Type | Station Type | Independent |
| Affiliated network | ABC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Minneapolis-St.Paul | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.kstc45.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| 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: | 4.0 |
| 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 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 9:00 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Green Screen's company of performers and writers reinforces critical writing skills and emphasizes positive social messagesl.n addition to academics kills, GSA focuses on the five Cs: Creativity, Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Cake |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 11:00 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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 | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Four youngsters team up to produce a weekly, local access how-to-do-it TV program. Each week, they develop and produce a "educational program" expressly designed to teach young viewers how to execute a new creative, handicraft project. The characters day-to-day lives influence what each week craft will be. Their on-camera demonstrations provide viewers with step-by-step information about how to execute the various craft projects. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Stargate Infinity |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 9:00 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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 | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This series is designed to encourage young viewers to accept and value diversity. Each week the team of young Stargate trainees enter a new world. As they encounter cultures, races, and life forms foreign to any they have ever dreamed of, they also face life-threatening problems that require each member of the team to contribute to the well-being of all. As the young cadets learn to interact with and value "people" from different backgrounds and cultures, so too will the viewing audience. The trainees model many of the attitudes and behaviors that today's young people must learn in order to function well in a highly diverse society. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/2:30-3:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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 of Jack Hanna is designed to reveal to the children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values with an environmentally responsible universe. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Busy World of Richard Scarry #2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 10:30 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Like the Scarry books themselves the TV series uses themes that are congruent with the interests of pre-school and early elementary school children. These include love of parents, mastery (of all the motor, language and social skills that they see in the world around them, Power (who calls the shots), possession, (It's mine!), personal routines, eating, dressing, sleeping, family living, cooking, recreation, celebration. The aim of the series is to make television a positive force in the lives of these children. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/11:30 AM -12:00 PM CT |
| 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. | Showcases spectacular rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures of the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Busy World of Richard Scarry #1 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 10:00 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Like the Scarry books themselves the TV series uses themes that are congruent with the interests of pre-school and early elementary school children. These include love of parents, mastery (of all the motor, language and social skills that they see in the world around them, Power (who calls the shots), possession, (It's mine!), personal routines, eating, dressing, sleeping, family living, cooking, recreation, celebration. The aim of the series is to make television a positive force in the lives of these children. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Magi-Nation |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 9:30 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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. | In an enticing new world filled with excitement, mystery and danger, "Magi Nation" addresses vital learning goals. Tony and Edyn along with their human and decidedly non-human colleagues model their successful, and sometimes less than successful, attempts to analyze difficult situations, set appropriate goals, and creatively seek solutions to the dire dilemmas in which they find themselves. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Eco Company |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/12:30-1:00 PM CT |
| 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. | Eco Company explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The E-Co team find out about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas, and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/12:00-12:30 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | "Dog Tales" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13-16 years of age with its program content, including dog safety and care tips, as well as lessons on the responsibility of owning a dog. The show also provides informative segments on various dog breeds and showcases various veterinary experts explaining different issues affecting canines. The weekly series also includes recommended reading lists about dogs, and promotes children's writing and creative skills with essay and art contests. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mystery Hunters |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/2:00-2:30 PM CT |
| 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. | Through critical observation, analytical thinking, and scientific testing, the series encourages children to question the world around them. Through both the travel aspect and investigation of ancient myths and mysteries, there is a profound focus on history, culture, geography, and international customs. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dance Revolution |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 11:30 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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 | 10 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The goal of Dance Revolution is to teach and promote dance as a means of exercise and an avenue to good health for 10 to 12-year-olds. Combine the popular appeal of Hip-hop dance, the proven attraction of a talent contest, and some of the messaging techniques of contemporary web-sites (e.g., pop-ups, scrolling messages, etc), to teach dance and to encourage young viewers to get up and move. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busytown Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 9:30 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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. | "Busytown Mysteries" is an investigative learning show for young children" based on the questions and conundrums relevant to this "ready-to-learn" target audience and geared to their unique level of understanding. The show's educational content includes a range of meaningful metacognitive, social-emotional and core-knowledge learning goals aimed at promoting school readiness. The series gives youngsters an understanding and appreciation of the critical thinking skills involved in scientific inquiry. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mad About |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/1:30-2:00 PM CT |
| 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. | Mad About provides CORE programming in the area of Financial Literacy, Nutrition, Earth Science, Ecology, Health, Life Skills and Fitness that tie to state and national education standards. Mad About explores being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The Mad About team find out about healthy snacks and proper exercise through sketch comedy segments. Music videos teach financial literacy and the importance of family budgeting. Animation reinforces concepts of cyber bully prevention. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Teen Kid News |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/1:00-1:30 PM CT |
| 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. | The mission of Teen Kids News is to produce a weekly news program that provides information and news to kids in a manner that is educational as well as highly entertaining. The target audience for the program is 13 to 16 year olds. It is designed to appeal to the audience on its own level. The focus of the program is young people, always letting them tell their stories in their own words. The large, diverse news anchor team is unique in television and has great appeal on kids who identify and emulate them. This program serves the audience in a way that makes a real difference in their lives. It inserts the clear voice of the kid into the adult-dominated media and provides a unique perspective to the news that is not currently available on network television. |
| 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 | Katherine J. Bowman |
| Address | 3415 University Avenue |
| City | St. Paul |
| State | MN |
| Zip | 55114 |
| Telephone Number | 651-642-4372 |
| Email Address | kbowman@kstp.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. | TV tour Tuesday, April 19 Time: 5:00-6:30 pm Group: Girl Scout Troop #52763 Attendance:20 total (ages 12-13) Purpose: These students are working on badges. Tour Guide: Julia Wold TV Tour Thursday, May 19 Time: 5:00-6:30 pm Attendance: Son of Lindsay Radford Guide: Brett Yost TV Tour Tuesday, May 24 Time: 5:00-6:30 pm Attendance: 8 total Details: Auction winner. Tour Guide: Brett Yost TV tour Thursday, May 26. Time: 11 am to 12:15 pm Group: Como High School Attendance: 20 total (ages 16 to 18) Purpose: These students run the morning broadcast at school, they are learning about video editing & filming Tour Guide: Brett Yost |
| Other Matters (1 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busytown Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 9:30 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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. | "Busytown Mysteries" is an investigative learning show for young children" based on the questions and conundrums relevant to this "ready-to-learn" target audience and geared to their unique level of understanding. The show's educational content includes a range of meaningful metacognitive, social-emotional and core-knowledge learning goals aimed at promoting school readiness. The series gives youngsters an understanding and appreciation of the critical thinking skills involved in scientific inquiry. |
| Other Matters (2 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/11:30 AM -12:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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. | "Dog Tales" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13-16 years of age with its program content, including dog safety and care tips, as well as lessons on the responsibility of owning a dog. The show also provides informative segments on various dog breeds and showcases various veterinary experts explaining different issues affecting canines. The weekly series also includes recommended reading lists about dogs, and promotes children's writing and creative skills with essay and art contests. |
| Other Matters (3 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Busy World of Richard Scarry #1 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 10:00 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Like the Scarry books themselves the TV series uses themes that are congruent with the interests of pre-school and early elementary school children. These include love of parents, mastery (of all the motor, language and social skills that they see in the world around them, Power (who calls the shots), possession, (It's mine!), personal routines, eating, dressing, sleeping, family living, cooking, recreation, celebration. The aim of the series is to make television a positive force in the lives of these children. |
| Other Matters (4 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Teen Kid News |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/1:00-1:30 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | The mission of Teen Kids News is to produce a weekly news program that provides information and news to kids in a manner that is educational as well as highly entertaining. The target audience for the program is 13 to 16 year olds. It is designed to appeal to the audience on its own level. The focus of the program is young people, always letting them tell their stories in their own words. The large, diverse news anchor team is unique in television and has great appeal on kids who identify and emulate them. This program serves the audience in a way that makes a real difference in their lives. It inserts the clear voice of the kid into the adult-dominated media and provides a unique perspective to the news that is not currently available on network television. |
| Other Matters (5 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/11:30 AM -12:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | Showcases spectacular rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures of the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. |
| Other Matters (6 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Stargate Infinity |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 9:00 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| 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. | This series is designed to encourage young viewers to accept and value diversity. Each week the team of young Stargate trainees enter a new world. As they encounter cultures, races, and life forms foreign to any they have ever dreamed of, they also face life-threatening problems that require each member of the team to contribute to the well-being of all. As the young cadets learn to interact with and value "people" from different backgrounds and cultures, so too will the viewing audience. The trainees model many of the attitudes and behaviors that today's young people must learn in order to function well in a highly diverse society. |
| Other Matters (7 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hannah Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/2:00-2:30 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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 of Jack Hanna is designed to reveal to the children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values with an environmentally responsible universe. |
| Other Matters (8 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Magi-Nation |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 9:30 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 7 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In an enticing new world filled with excitement, mystery and danger, "Magi Nation" addresses vital learning goals. Tony and Edyn along with their human and decidedly non-human colleagues model their successful, and sometimes less than successful, attempts to analyze difficult situations, set appropriate goals, and creatively seek solutions to the dire dilemmas in which they find themselves. |
| Other Matters (9 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Busy World of Richard Scarry #2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 10:30 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Like the Scarry books themselves the TV series uses themes that are congruent with the interests of pre-school and early elementary school children. These include love of parents, mastery (of all the motor, language and social skills that they see in the world around them, Power (who calls the shots), possession, (It's mine!), personal routines, eating, dressing, sleeping, family living, cooking, recreation, celebration. The aim of the series is to make television a positive force in the lives of these children. |
| Other Matters (10 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Teen Kid News |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/12:30-1:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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. | The mission of Teen Kids News is to produce a weekly news program that provides information and news to kids in a manner that is educational as well as highly entertaining. The target audience for the program is 13 to 16 year olds. It is designed to appeal to the audience on its own level. The focus of the program is young people, always letting them tell their stories in their own words. The large, diverse news anchor team is unique in television and has great appeal on kids who identify and emulate them. This program serves the audience in a way that makes a real difference in their lives. It inserts the clear voice of the kid into the adult-dominated media and provides a unique perspective to the news that is not currently available on network television. |
| Other Matters (11 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Eco Company |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/12:30-1:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | Eco Company explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The E-Co team find out about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas, and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. |
| Other Matters (12 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mad About |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/1:30-2:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | Mad About provides CORE programming in the area of Financial Literacy, Nutrition, Earth Science, Ecology, Health, Life Skills and Fitness that tie to state and national education standards. Mad About explores being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The Mad About team find out about healthy snacks and proper exercise through sketch comedy segments. Music videos teach financial literacy and the importance of family budgeting. Animation reinforces concepts of cyber bully prevention. |
| Other Matters (13 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 9:00 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 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. | Green Screen's company of performers and writers reinforces critical writing skills and emphasizes positive social messages in addition to academics kills, GSA focuses on the five Cs: Creativity, Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. |
| Other Matters (14 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Eco Company |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/12:00-12:30 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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. | Eco Company explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The E-Co team find out about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas, and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. |
| Other Matters (15 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mystery Hunters |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/1:30-2:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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. | Through critical observation, analytical thinking, and scientific testing, the series encourages children to question the world around them. Through both the travel aspect and investigation of ancient myths and mysteries, there is a profound focus on history, culture, geography, and international customs. |
| Other Matters (16 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dance Revolution |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 11:30 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 10 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The goal of Dance Revolution is to teach and promote dance as a means of exercise and an avenue to good health for 10 to 12-year-olds. Combine the popular appeal of Hip-hop dance, the proven attraction of a talent contest, and some of the messaging techniques of contemporary web-sites (e.g., pop-ups, scrolling messages, etc), to teach dance and to encourage young viewers to get up and move. |
| Other Matters (17 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/12:00-12:30 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | "Dog Tales" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13-16 years of age with its program content, including dog safety and care tips, as well as lessons on the responsibility of owning a dog. The show also provides informative segments on various dog breeds and showcases various veterinary experts explaining different issues affecting canines. The weekly series also includes recommended reading lists about dogs, and promotes children's writing and creative skills with essay and art contests. |
| Other Matters (18 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mystery Hunters |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/2:00-2:30 PM CT |
| 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. | Through critical observation, analytical thinking, and scientific testing, the series encourages children to question the world around them. Through both the travel aspect and investigation of ancient myths and mysteries, there is a profound focus on history, culture, geography, and international customs. |
| Other Matters (19 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Cake |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays at 11:00 AM CT (Airs on Secondary Digital Channel) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Four youngsters team up to produce a weekly, local access how-to-do-it TV program. Each week, they develop and produce a "educational program" expressly designed to teach young viewers how to execute a new creative, handicraft project. The characters day-to-day lives influence what each week craft will be. Their on-camera demonstrations provide viewers with step-by-step information about how to execute the various craft projects. |
| Other Matters (20 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Into The Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/2:30-3:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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 series is based around Jack traveling the world, taking the viewer to his favorite destinations and introducing them to new and amazing creatures each week. Throughout Jack's travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animal facts, while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide. |
| Other Matters (21 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mad About |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/1:00-1:30 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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. | Mad About provides CORE programming in the area of Financial Literacy, Nutrition, Earth Science, Ecology, Health, Life Skills and Fitness that tie to state and national education standards. Mad About explores being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The Mad About team find out about healthy snacks and proper exercise through sketch comedy segments. Music videos teach financial literacy and the importance of family budgeting. Animation reinforces concepts of cyber bully prevention. |
| Other Matters (22 of 22) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays/2:30-3:00 PM CT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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 of Jack Hanna is designed to reveal to the children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values with an environmentally responsible universe. |
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