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(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report

FRN:
0018223693
File Number:
CPR-143505
Submit Date:
07/08/2013
Call Sign:
WBRC
Facility ID:
71221
City:
BIRMINGHAM
State:
AL
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
07/08/2013
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Second Quarter of 2013

General Information

Section Question Response
Attachments Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application?

Applicant Information

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Applicant Name, Type, and Contact Information

Applicant Address Phone Email Applicant Type

Contact Representatives (0)

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Contact Name Address Phone Email Contact Type

Children's Television Information

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Section Question Response
Station Type Station Type Network Affiliation
Affiliated network FOX
Nielsen DMA Birmingham
Web Home Page Address www.myfoxal.com

Digital Core Programming

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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: 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 Programs(14)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 14) Response
Program Title Animal Atlas (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 11:30 AM (4/6-6/29)
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 10
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 3
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 3
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. Animal Atlas is an entirely appropriate title for this engaging and informative series. Just as browsing through a good atlas makes information about terrain and natural boundaries accessible and appealing, this program brings information about the natural world of animals to viewers in a non-didactic, entertaining way. Its approach in no way diminishes the learning that takes place when observations lead to conclusions and young minds will draw many conclusions about the natural world shown in this series. These conclusions are consistent with nationally published curriculum goals in the natural sciences. They include concepts such as the functions of animals in an ecosystem(predator/prey relationships, etc.), the elements of animal classification, and the general emphasis on life science.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Animal Atlas (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 4/14/2013 @ 11:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-04-13
Episode # 4/13/2013 #917
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Animal Atlas (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 4/28/2013 @ 11:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-04-27
Episode # 4/27/2013 #919
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Animal Atlas (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 5/12/2013 @ 11:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-05-11
Episode # 5/11/2013 #921
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (2 of 14) Response
Program Title Teen Kid News (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays @ 9:30 AM (4/7-6/30)
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. Teen Kids News is a fast paced program composed of shorter segments that "fit" the visual learning style of today's students and is composed of many segments that vary from program to program and year to year. Teen issue segments include but are not limited to: bullying; diabetes; health; sports injuries; dating; teen pregnancy; drugs; safe driving. In all segments, the topics are clearly identified and explained. Information is given as to how to deal with the topic and what other students are doing.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (3 of 14) Response
Program Title Awesome Adventure (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 12:00 PM (4/6-6/29)
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 10
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 3
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 3
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. In each episode, a different pair of teenagers joins up with an adult host for a trip to exotic places such as Hawaii, Iceland or a tropical rain forest in Central America. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures and the people who inhabit the land. The program is not designed to be "preachy" or overly pedantic but rather, the goal is to make the learning fun. The kids tour each area learning about its people, geography, climate and ecology and the things that make it unique. While there, they also do cool kid stuff like wind surfing, hot air ballooning, and horseback riding, and we join them as they engage in activities and recreation which are indigenous to each locale.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Awesome Adventure (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 5/12/2013 @ 12:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-05-11
Episode # 5/11/2013 #1381213
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Awesome Adventure (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 4/14/2013 @ 12:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-04-13
Episode # 4/13/2013 #1341213
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Awesome Adventure (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 4/28/2013 @ 12:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-04-27
Episode # 4/27/2013 #1361213
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (4 of 14) Response
Program Title Into the Wild (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:30 AM (4/6-6/29)
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 program provides visual learning that is evident in children of all ages, but particularly in the early teen years. The narrative is engaging and entertaining and the stunning visual images in motion are effective in connecting to the target audience. Educational and factual information is displayed in clever ways. Drop-down boards provide important information on the screen about animals. Jack Hanna, the programs host, uses commentary to convey and then reemphasize important conservation and educational information. This program is designed to work at several levels which makes it broadly effective for viewers within the target age-range despite differences in background and interest levels. This series provides important educational benefits to the 13 to 16 year old population.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (5 of 14) Response
Program Title Now Eat This (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:00 AM (4/6-6/29)
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. Now Eat This! With Rocco Dispirito is a different version of a cooking show-different in that the emphasis is on families and changing a family's behavior and cooking culture with the goal of making the family's kids healthier. Families with children or families who want to change their caloric intake habits with the result of greater over all health are well served to watch the program. There are plenty of numbers and nutritional facts to accompany each family's nutritional makeover and the appeal to the 13-16 year-old audience lies in the immediate nature of food and the drive of curiosity to be smarter and better informed (especially to be the smartest in the family at meal times). The data on nutrition, including fat, carbohydrates, and calories, are presented hand drawn on an old-school slate and blackboard-a original and less intimidating way to present facts to an audience. The facts are reinforced by large graphics, which come in as alerts. This style of information matches the gentle but firm personality of host Rocco Dispirito who prods families in the gentlest of ways-reminding families consistently that children are an asset as well as a responsibility when it comes to food preparation.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (6 of 14) Response
Program Title Teen Kid News (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays @ 9:00 AM (4/7-6/30)
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. Teen Kids News is a fast paced program composed of shorter segments that "fit" the visual learning style of today's students and is composed of many segments that vary from program to program and year to year. Teen issue segments include but are not limited to: bullying; diabetes; health; sports injuries; dating; teen pregnancy; drugs; safe driving. In all segments, the topics are clearly identified and explained. Information is given as to how to deal with the topic and what other students are doing.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (7 of 14) Response
Program Title Animal Atlas (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:00 AM (4/6-6/29)
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. Animal Atlas is an entirely appropriate title for this engaging and informative series. Just as browsing through a good atlas makes information about terrain and natural boundaries accessible and appealing, this program brings information about the natural world of animals to viewers in a non-didactic, entertaining way. Its approach in no way diminishes the learning that takes place when observations lead to conclusions and young minds will draw many conclusions about the natural world shown in this series. These conclusions are consistent with nationally published curriculum goals in the natural sciences. They include concepts such as the functions of animals in an ecosystem(predator/prey relationships, etc.), the elements of animal classification, and the general emphasis on life science.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 14) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 12:30 PM (4/6-6/29)
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 10
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 3
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 3
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. Action program designed to meet the needs of children. Spend time with natures creatures across the continents. Reveals to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 4/28/2013 @ 12:30 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-04-27
Episode # 4/27/2013 #2151
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 5/12/2013 @ 12:30 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-05-11
Episode # 5/11/2013 #2163
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 4/14/2013 @ 12:30 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-04-13
Episode # 4/13/2013 #2139
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (9 of 14) Response
Program Title Ultimate Choice (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:30 AM (4/6-6/29)
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. Ultimate Choice places real young adults in life situations that challenge their previous perceptions, strengths, and values in a reality television format. The participants step outside their usual routines to interact with a new group of acquaintances toward individual and common goals. With challenging tasks, an interesting array of settings, and the drama of interacting personalities, the program makes compelling viewing while, at the same time, introducing and reinforcing healthy life choices.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (10 of 14) Response
Program Title Real Life 101 (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:00 AM (4/6-6/29)
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. Real Life 101 provides a provocative learning experience for teenagers. The program is a straightforward contemporary resource for teens looking to learn about the myriad careers that are available to them if they apply themselves and set realistic goals.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (11 of 14) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:00 AM (4/6-6/29)
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. Action program designed to meet the needs of children. Spend time with natures creatures across the continents. Reveals to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (12 of 14) Response
Program Title Mystery Hunters (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 11:00 AM (4/6-6/29)
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 10
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 3
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 3
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. Mystery Hunters is a program targeting children 13 to 16 years of age that is innovative and empowering. 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. It has won several prizes recognizing its educational values. Among them was the 2006 Parent's Choice Award which was founded in 1978 and is designed to help parents and caregivers of all achievements and backgrounds make informed decisions about which new products are right for their children.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Mystery Hunters (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 4/28/2013 @ 11:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-04-27
Episode # 4/27/2013 #005
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Mystery Hunters (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 4/14/2013 @ 11:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-04-13
Episode # 4/13/2013 #003
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Mystery Hunters (6.1)
List date and time rescheduled 5/12/2013 @ 11:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2013-05-11
Episode # 5/11/2013 #007
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (13 of 14) Response
Program Title Safari Tracks (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:30 AM (4/6-6/29)
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. Safari Tracks is a program with content grounded in the natural world and delivered using an approach that, while entertaining to a young audience, highlights the informational and educational aspects of the animal kingdom in the given environment of Africa.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (14 of 14) Response
Program Title Wild About Animals (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:30 AM (4/6-6/29)
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 objective is to educate and inform children by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode contains four stories designed to teach children about exotic and unique animals from the wild,as well to educate them further about animals they see everyday.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (0)

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Sponsored Core Programming (0)

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Liaison Contact

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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 Wayne Farrell
Address 1720 Valley View Drive
City Birmingham
State AL
Zip 35209
Telephone Number 205-322-6666
Email Address wayne.farrell@wbrc.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. Because WBRC ceased analog operations and converted to digital-only operations prior to the start of the reporting period, Questions 7(b) and 7(c) are no longer applicable.

Other Matters (16)

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Other Matters (1 of 16) Response
Program Title Awesome Adventure (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 12:00 PM (7/6-9/28)
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. In each episode, a different pair of teenagers joins up with an adult host for a trip to exotic places such as Hawaii, Iceland or a tropical rain forest in Central America. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures and the people who inhabit the land. The program is not designed to be "preachy" or overly pedantic but rather, the goal is to make the learning fun. The kids tour each area learning about its people, geography, climate and ecology and the things that make it unique. While there, they also do cool kid stuff like wind surfing, hot air ballooning, and horseback riding, and we join them as they engage in activities and recreation which are indigenous to each locale.
Other Matters (2 of 16) Response
Program Title Real Life 101 (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:00 AM (7/6-9/28)
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. Real Life 101 provides a provocative learning experience for teenagers. The program is a straightforward contemporary resource for teens looking to learn about the myriad careers that are available to them if they apply themselves and set realistic goals.
Other Matters (3 of 16) Response
Program Title Wild About Animals (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:30 AM (7/6-9/28)
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. The objective is to educate and inform children by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode contains four stories designed to teach children about exotic and unique animals from the wild,as well to educate them further about animals they see everyday.
Other Matters (4 of 16) Response
Program Title Teen Kids News (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays @ 9:00 AM (7/7-9/29)
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. Teen Kids News is a fast paced program composed of shorter segments that "fit" the visual learning style of today's students and is composed of many segments that vary from program to program and year to year. Teen issue segments include but are not limited to: bullying; diabetes; health; sports injuries; dating; teen pregnancy; drugs; safe driving. In all segments, the topics are clearly identified and explained. Information is given as to how to deal with the topic and what other students are doing.
Other Matters (5 of 16) Response
Program Title Mystery Hunters (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 11:00 AM (7/6-9/7)
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. Mystery Hunters is a program targeting children 13 to 16 years of age that is innovative and empowering. 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. It has won several prizes recognizing its educational values. Among them was the 2006 Parent's Choice Award which was founded in 1978 and is designed to help parents and caregivers of all achievements and backgrounds make informed decisions about which new products are right for their children.
Other Matters (6 of 16) Response
Program Title Now Eat This (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:00 AM (7/6-9/14)
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
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. Now Eat This! With Rocco Dispirito is a different version of a cooking show-different in that the emphasis is on families and changing a family's behavior and cooking culture with the goal of making the family's kids healthier. Families with children or families who want to change their caloric intake habits with the result of greater over all health are well served to watch the program. There are plenty of numbers and nutritional facts to accompany each family's nutritional makeover and the appeal to the 13-16 year-old audience lies in the immediate nature of food and the drive of curiosity to be smarter and better informed (especially to be the smartest in the family at meal times). The data on nutrition, including fat, carbohydrates, and calories, are presented hand drawn on an old-school slate and blackboard-a original and less intimidating way to present facts to an audience. The facts are reinforced by large graphics, which come in as alerts. This style of information matches the gentle but firm personality of host Rocco Dispirito who prods families in the gentlest of ways-reminding families consistently that children are an asset as well as a responsibility when it comes to food preparation.
Other Matters (7 of 16) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 12:30 PM (7/6-9/28)
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. Action program designed to meet the needs of children. Spend time with natures creatures across the continents. Reveals to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Other Matters (8 of 16) Response
Program Title Ultimate Choice (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:30 AM (7/6-9/28)
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. Ultimate Choice places real young adults in life situations that challenge their previous perceptions, strengths, and values in a reality television format. The participants step outside their usual routines to interact with a new group of acquaintances toward individual and common goals. With challenging tasks, an interesting array of settings, and the drama of interacting personalities, the program makes compelling viewing while, at the same time, introducing and reinforcing healthy life choices.
Other Matters (9 of 16) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Animal Adventure (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:00 AM (7/6-9/28)
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. Action program designed to meet the needs of children. Spend time with natures creatures across the continents. Reveals to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Other Matters (10 of 16) Response
Program Title Family Style with Chef Jeff (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 11:30 AM (9/14-9/28)
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. Teaches viewers how making the right choices in the kitchen can lead to life-changing experiences for the entire family. Each episode features interesting and valuable health and nutrition information as viewers also learn how to cook healthier versions of some of our favorite dishes.
Other Matters (11 of 16) Response
Program Title Into the Wild (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:30 AM (7/6-9/28)
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. The program provides visual learning that is evident in children of all ages, but particularly in the early teen years. The narrative is engaging and entertaining and the stunning visual images in motion are effective in connecting to the target audience. Educational and factual information is displayed in clever ways. Drop-down boards provide important information on the screen about animals. Jack Hanna, the programs host, uses commentary to convey and then reemphasize important conservation and educational information. This program is designed to work at several levels which makes it broadly effective for viewers within the target age-range despite differences in background and interest levels. This series provides important educational benefits to the 13 to 16 year old population.
Other Matters (12 of 16) Response
Program Title Teen Kids News (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays @ 9:30 AM (7/7-9/29)
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. Teen Kids News is a fast paced program composed of shorter segments that "fit" the visual learning style of today's students and is composed of many segments that vary from program to program and year to year. Teen issue segments include but are not limited to: bullying; diabetes; health; sports injuries; dating; teen pregnancy; drugs; safe driving. In all segments, the topics are clearly identified and explained. Information is given as to how to deal with the topic and what other students are doing.
Other Matters (13 of 16) Response
Program Title Animal Atlas (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:00 AM (7/6-9/28)
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. Animal Atlas is an entirely appropriate title for this engaging and informative series. Just as browsing through a good atlas makes information about terrain and natural boundaries accessible and appealing, this program brings information about the natural world of animals to viewers in a non-didactic, entertaining way. Its approach in no way diminishes the learning that takes place when observations lead to conclusions and young minds will draw many conclusions about the natural world shown in this series. These conclusions are consistent with nationally published curriculum goals in the natural sciences. They include concepts such as the functions of animals in an ecosystem(predator/prey relationships, etc.), the elements of animal classification, and the general emphasis on life science.
Other Matters (14 of 16) Response
Program Title Safari Tracks (6.2)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:30 AM (7/6-9/28)
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. Safari Tracks is a program with content grounded in the natural world and delivered using an approach that, while entertaining to a young audience, highlights the informational and educational aspects of the animal kingdom in the given environment of Africa.
Other Matters (15 of 16) Response
Program Title Coolest Places on Earth (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 11:00 AM (9/14-9/28)
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. An exploration of cities(both modern and ancient), natural wonders, and cultural history, heavy with engaging content, fast-paced editing, and the accessible, conversational narration we have come to expect from Bellum Entertainment. The series' tone, information, and rich factual content reaches and serves the target 13-16-year-olds with a style that informs, supports, and encourages the kind of engaged thinking that have emerged from the Common Core State Standards. These standards, now adopted by 45 states and the District of Columbia recognize the importance of engaging, relevant information about the world young people live in. This series' episode also touches key points in the National Geography Standards.
Other Matters (16 of 16) Response
Program Title Animal Atlas (6.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 11:30 AM (7/6-9/7)
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. Animal Atlas is an entirely appropriate title for this engaging and informative series. Just as browsing through a good atlas makes information about terrain and natural boundaries accessible and appealing, this program brings information about the natural world of animals to viewers in a non-didactic, entertaining way. Its approach in no way diminishes the learning that takes place when observations lead to conclusions and young minds will draw many conclusions about the natural world shown in this series. These conclusions are consistent with nationally published curriculum goals in the natural sciences. They include concepts such as the functions of animals in an ecosystem(predator/prey relationships, etc.), the elements of animal classification, and the general emphasis on life science.

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