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

FRN:
0009961889
File Number:
CPR-122410
Submit Date:
07/08/2011
Call Sign:
WOOD-TV
Facility ID:
36838
City:
GRAND RAPIDS
State:
MI
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
07/08/2011
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Second Quarter of 2011

General Information

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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 NBC
Nielsen DMA Grand Rapids-Kalaz-Battle Crk
Web Home Page Address www.woodtv.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 336.0
State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: 6.0
Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes
Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? Yes

Digital Core Programs(19)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 19) Response
Program Title Pets.TV/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/9:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Pets.TV is a television program that provides educational and informational segments exposing the target audience of young viewers to everything Pets. The upbeat contemporary presentation relates pets to their lives and interests. Pets from everyday to the unique are showcased with educational information that shares how they evolved to become pets and their geographic origins. Professionals share personal experiences of featured animals and/or related products. In these segments the excitement and love of working with pets is express. The motivational and inspirational message of each guest empowers everything pets.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (2 of 19) Response
Program Title The Real Winning Edge/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/9:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This series consists of stories of young achievers filmed all over the U.S., introduced by celebrities in their field of talent. Youth profiled in the program show their adoptions of pro-social values and principles that have become the ethos of their behavior. Thus the characteristics demonstrated by the stories of these youth give rise to adherence to these sound choices that have given them "the real winning edge". The Real Winning Edge promotes the values through these very engagin positive youth role models. The celebrities involved in the program reinforce these values by calling attention to these youths' qualities as they are exhibited in the program.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (3 of 19) Response
Program Title PEARLIE
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/12:30pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 2
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 2
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. Pearlie is an adorable pint-sized fairy with a giant-sized heart who has been appointed by Fairy HQ to keep Jubilee Park in sparkling order. Through her nutty, over-the-top plans and events for the park and its residents, she learns important lessons like problem solving and cooperation. This fun and charming series is based on the bestselling book by Australian author Wendy Hammer.
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 PEARLIE
List date and time rescheduled 5/28 @ 9:30am
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 5-28/PEA110
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program PEARLIE
List date and time rescheduled 6/5 @ 2:30pm
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 6-4/PEA107
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (4 of 19) Response
Program Title BABAR
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS/11:30am
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 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. BABAR is an animated show about a young orphaned elephant who finds the strength to rise above the challenges he faces, including the death of his parents, as he journeys through life. Each episode of the show develops a social-emotional message such as taking responsibility, being patient and persistent in hard work, respecting people's privacy, learning to cope with unforeseen changes, and being honest. These messages emerge from the need to resolve a dilemma that is faced by Babar, one of his friends or family members
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 BABAR
List date and time rescheduled 6/4 @ 1:30pm
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 6-4/BAR112
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (5 of 19) Response
Program Title In The Zone/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/8:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The program is hosted by NBA legend, Magic Johnson. Boys and girls viewing this program will find it full of important lessons and role modeling by professionals including high school, college and NBA coaches, along with NBA stars. Topics discussed will include the need for discipline, hard work, sacrifice, respect for others, believing in yourself and showing positive sportsmanship. There is a good mix of both girls and boys playing basketball. Although there are many professional adult guests, the young players do much of the training.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (6 of 19) Response
Program Title Teen Kids News/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/9:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. TEEN KIDS NEWS is the first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children and hosted by a diverse news team made up of child "journalists" reporting from a professional news set and from the field on stories of interest and educational value to its own audience. Emphasis on diversity and experience to develop a cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian and Caucasian male and female child actors who interact with each other and connect to the viewers.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (7 of 19) Response
Program Title Wild About Animals/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/10:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Hosted by emmy-award winning actress Mariette Hartley, who has committed herself to fighting for the rights of animals for over 20 years. WILD ABOUT ANIMALS explores the world of animals and places they live. From the gorges of Belize to the plains of Africa WILD ABOUT ANIMALS gives its viewers a front row seat to the world's most exotic animals. Also featured are heartwarming stories of animal rescues and animal heroes. Each episode will consist of four different stories designed to teach children specifically in the 13-16 age group about both exotic and unique animals as well as educate them further about animals they see everyday.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 19) Response
Program Title Teen Kids News
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday's/11:00am
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 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 the first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children and hosted by a diverse news team made up of child "journalists" reporting from a professional news set and from the field on stories of interest and educational value to its own audience. Emphasis on diversity and experience to develop a cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian and Caucasian male and female child actors who interact with each other and connect to the viewers.
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 Teen Kids News
List date and time rescheduled 6/5 @ 2:00pm
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 6-5/#838
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (9 of 19) Response
Program Title Real Life 101/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/11:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The concept for REAL LIFE 101 is bold yet simple. Real life jobs and careers are explored in an energetic style as an education and informative (E/I) presentation for teenage viewers. The careers and people chosen to reflect those categories offer a vital inside look at what it would really be like to choose that particular profession. A co-host approach allows for interchange of questions and responses adding viewer stimulation and insight.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (10 of 19) Response
Program Title Whaddyado/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday's/10:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This reality TV show for teens is a half-hour series that targets the 13-16 year old age group. WHADDYADO highlights real life stories that teens have encountered such as fire rescue, animal attacks, plus common moral dilemmas. Featured in every episode: two riveting stories and a moral dilema; teens facing perilous situations as well as everyday problems; real footage or reenactments or their responses; expert and professional opinions.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (11 of 19) Response
Program Title THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS/11:00am
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 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the books published by Scholastic Inc., the award winning animated science adventure series starring Lily Tomlin is the longest running children's science television series ever. With Ms. Frizzle and her pet lizard, Liz, no field trip is ever ordinary. With the help of their magical, transformable Bus they go on cliff-hanging "field trips" into the human body, to the center of the earth, even far into outer space. When you're on the Bus with the Friz, you never know what's going to happen next
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 THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS
List date and time rescheduled 6/4 @ 1:00pm
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 6-4/MSB301
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (12 of 19) Response
Program Title WILLA'S WILD LIFE
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday's/12Noon
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 2
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 2
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. A new animated series featuring a six-year-old girl, Willa, who is permitted to share her home with an ever-growing menagerie of animals--an elephant, a giraffe, a pair of performing seals, a bear, three penguins, and lots of rabbits. The creatures speak to Willa, offering her advice and friendship from each of their respective points of view. In each episode, Willa faces a challenge at home, in school or in her neighborhood. Her animals and best friend Dooley help her develop solutions to overcome each challenge. With the support of Dooley, the animals and praise from her dad, Willa finds ways to maintain healthy friendships, experience success, develop competence and become altruistic
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 WILLA'S WILD LIFE
List date and time rescheduled 6/4 @ 2:00pm
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 6-4/WIL008
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program WILLA'S WILD LIFE
List date and time rescheduled 5/28 @ 9:00am
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 5-28/WIL006
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (13 of 19) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Into the Wild/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/9:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. JACK HANNA'S: INTO THE WILD series is based around Jack traveling the world with his friends and family, 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 informational needs of children 13-16.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (14 of 19) Response
Program Title SHELLDON
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS/10:30am
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 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. SHELLDON is an animated series that takes place in Shell Land, a mythical undersea world populated by characters from a wide array of water-dwelling species. The main character, Shelldon, is an orphaned yoka shell mollusk adopted by the Clam family and living with them in the family-owned Charming Clam Inn. Dr. Shell, an elder and venerated inventor, and Connie, a cowry shell classmate of Shelldon's also live at the inn. Shelldon and his buddies, Herman (a Hermit crab) and Connie, always work together and solve problems that they face in school or in the community. A recurring problem is to staunch the plans of the local millionaire, Cecil Cracken, whose greed puts making money over protecting the environment. Dr. Shell is typically the children's key provider of knowledge and other resources. In each episode, the children learn a significant social-emotional lesson and also share information relating to their ocean habitat and environmental protection.
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 SHELLDON
List date and time rescheduled 6/4 @ 12:30pm
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 6-4/SHL012
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (15 of 19) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/7:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across the continents. Jack talks with people that are knowledgeable about each animal and habitat, teaching as he goes. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within a environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (16 of 19) Response
Program Title TURBO DOGS
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 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Adapted from the series of popular children's books by Bob Kolar, "Turbo Dogs" is a new 3D animated series set in Racerville, a town filled with dogs who are wild about racing. Each week, the canines encounter situations that require them to think through the "rules of the road"-issues that challenge the racers (and the television audience) to work hard, believe in themselves, play fair, and respect and get along with others.
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 TURBO DOGS
List date and time rescheduled 6/4 @ 12Noon
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 6-4/TDO117
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (17 of 19) Response
Program Title Made In Hollywood: Teen Edition/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/8:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The program provides young people, growing and developing in urban & surburban America, a chance to see the richness & creativity it takes to be successful in filmmaking, performing, music and cinema arts. The program provides a behind-the-scenes background & techniques for entering the motion picture, television and home entertainment fields, while introducing them to career opportunities focusing on the creative, technical and artistic skills of the profession.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (18 of 19) Response
Program Title Awesome Adventures/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/7am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Each week a host and two different teenagers travel to exciting and exotic locations all over the world. From the highlands of Scotland to the frozen tundra of Alaska, AWESOME ADVENTURES informs, entertains and educates about the history and cultures of the places visited. Each jounrey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, it's creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not "preachy" or overly pendantic, but rather, the goal is to make the learning fun.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (19 of 19) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/8:00am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective. Every week he travels to zoos and aquariums to explore animals that fit a particular there, whether it's the need for speed or animal heroes-there's always something amazing happening. Filled with energy, youth and humor, Jarod is a welcome visitor in living rooms around America on a weekly basis. The mission of the program to inspire viewers, children and adults alike, to preserve the innate human instinct to explore. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally resonsible universe.
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 Craig Cole
Address 120 College SE
City Grand Rapids
State MI
Zip 49503
Telephone Number 616-771-9604
Email Address craig.cole@woodtv.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. The licensee has reviewed internal station records and documentation provided to us by program suppliers for compliance with the FCC's commercial limits in children's programs (47 C.F.R. Section 73.670) and the licensee hereby certifies that the station fully complied with these limits for all programs specifically designed for children ages twelve (12) and under. In addition to the programs listed in this report, the station broadcast the following programs specifically designed for children ages twelve (12) and under: NONE

Other Matters (19)

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Other Matters (1 of 19) Response
Program Title WILLA'S WILD LIFE
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/12Noon
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. A new animated series featuring a six-year-old girl, Willa, who is permitted to share her home with an ever-growing menagerie of animals--an elephant, a giraffe, a pair of performing seals, a bear, three penguins, and lots of rabbits. The creatures speak to Willa, offering her advice and friendship from each of their respective points of view. In each episode, Willa faces a challenge at home, in school or in her neighborhood. Her animals and best friend Dooley help her develop solutions to overcome each challenge. With the support of Dooley, the animals and praise from her dad, Willa finds ways to maintain healthy friendships, experience success, develop competence and become altruistic.
Other Matters (2 of 19) Response
Program Title Teen Kids News
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/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. TEEN KIDS NEWS is the first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children and hosted by a diverse news team made up of child "journalists" reporting from a professional news set and from the field on stories of interest and educational value to its own audience. Emphasis on diversity and experience to develop a cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian and Caucasian male and female child actors who interact with each other and connect to the viewers.
Other Matters (3 of 19) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/7:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across the continents. Jack talks with people that are knowledgeable about each animal and habitat, teaching as he goes. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within a environmentally responsible universe.
Other Matters (4 of 19) Response
Program Title BABAR
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/11:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. BABAR is an animated show about a young orphaned elephant who finds the strength to rise above the challenges he faces, including the death of his parents, as he journeys through life. Each episode of the show develops a social-emotional message such as taking responsibility, being patient and persistent in hard work, respecting people's privacy, learning to cope with unforeseen changes, and being honest. These messages emerge from the need to resolve a dilemma that is faced by Babar, one of his friends or family members
Other Matters (5 of 19) Response
Program Title Made In Hollywood:Teen Edition/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/8:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The program provides young people, growing and developing in urban & surburban America, a chance to see the richness & creativity it takes to be successful in filmmaking, performing, music and cinema arts. The program provides a behind-the-scenes background & techniques for entering the motion picture, television and home entertainment fields, while introducing them to career opportunities focusing on the creative, technical and artistic skills of the profession.
Other Matters (6 of 19) Response
Program Title SHELLDON
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS/10:30AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This vibrant and amusing animated series follows the adventures of Shelldon, a Yoka Star Shell, and his lively sea-creature friends on their underwater exploits. Set in the idyllic coral reef community called Shell Land, SHELLDON'S inhabitants include: "Herman" the Hermit crab, "Connie" the Cowry shell, Shelldon's adopted family of Fluted Giant Clams, including his young twin siblings, "Click" and "Clack" and a host of other colorful sea characters.
Other Matters (7 of 19) Response
Program Title The Real Winning Edge/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/9:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This series consists of stories of young achievers filmed all over the U.S., introduced by celebrities in their field of talent. Youth profiled in the program show their adoptions of pro-social values and principles that have become the ethos of their behavior. Thus the characteristics demonstrated by the stories of these youth give rise to adherence to these sound choices that have given them "the real winning edge". The Real Winning Edge promotes the values through these very engaging positive youth role models. The celebrities involved in the program reinforce these values by calling attention to these youths' qualities as they are exhibited in the program.
Other Matters (8 of 19) Response
Program Title Wild About Animals/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Hosted by emmy-award winning actress Mariette Hartley, who has committed herself to fighting for the rights of animals for over 20 years. WILD ABOUT ANIMALS explores the world of animals and places they live. From the gorges of Belize to the plains of Africa WILD ABOUT ANIMALS gives its viewers a front row seat to the world's most exotic animals. Also featured are heartwarming stories of animal rescues and animal heroes. Each episode will consist of four different stories designed to teach children specifically in the 13-16 age group about both exotic and unique animals as well as educate them further about animals they see everyday.
Other Matters (9 of 19) Response
Program Title Whaddyado/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/10:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This reality TV show for teens is a half-hour series that targets the 13-16 year old age group. WHADDYADO highlights real life stories that teens have encountered such as fire rescue, animal attacks, plus common moral dilemmas. Featured in every episode: two riveting stories and a moral dilema; teens facing perilous situations as well as everyday problems; real footage or reenactments or their responses; expert and professional opinions.
Other Matters (10 of 19) Response
Program Title THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS
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 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Based on the books published by Scholastic Inc., the award winning animated science adventure series starring Lily Tomlin is the longest running children's science television series ever. With Ms. Frizzle and her pet lizard, Liz, no field trip is ever ordinary. With the help of their magical, transformable Bus they go on cliff-hanging "field trips" into the human body, to the center of the earth, even far into outer space. When you're on the Bus with the Friz, you never know what's going to happen next
Other Matters (11 of 19) Response
Program Title Pets.TV/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Pets.TV is a television program that provides educational and informational segments exposing the target audience of young viewers to everything Pets. The upbeat contemporary presentation relates pets to their lives and interests. Pets from everyday to the unique are showcased with educational information that shares how they evolved to become pets and their geographic origins. Professionals share personal experiences of featured animals and/or related products. In these segments the excitement and love of working with pets is express. The motivational and inspirational message of each guest empowers everything pets.
Other Matters (12 of 19) Response
Program Title PEARLIE
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/12:30pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Pearlie is an adorable pint-sized fairy with a giant-sized heart who has been appointed by Fairy HQ to keep Jubilee Park in sparkling order. Through her nutty, over-the-top plans and events for the park and its residents, she learns important lessons like problem solving and cooperation. This fun and charming series is based on the bestselling book by Australian author Wendy Hammer.
Other Matters (13 of 19) Response
Program Title Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/8am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective. Every week he travels to zoos and aquariums to explore animals that fit a particular there, whether it's the need for speed or animal heroes-there's always something amazing happening. Filled with energy, youth and humor, Jarod is a welcome visitor in living rooms around America on a weekly basis. The mission of the program to inspire viewers, children and adults alike, to preserve the innate human instinct to explore. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally resonsible universe.
Other Matters (14 of 19) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Into the Wild/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays/9:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. JACK HANNA'S: INTO THE WILD series is based around Jack traveling the world with his friends and family, 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 informational needs of children 13-16.
Other Matters (15 of 19) Response
Program Title Awesome Adventures/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/7am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Each week a host and two different teenagers travel to exciting and exotic locations all over the world. From the highlands of Scotland to the frozen tundra of Alaska, AWESOME ADVENTURES informs, entertains and educates about the history and cultures of the places visited. Each jounrey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, it's creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not "preachy" or overly pendantic, but rather, the goal is to make the learning fun.
Other Matters (16 of 19) Response
Program Title TURBO DOGS
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 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Adapted from the series of popular children's books by Bob Kolar, "Turbo Dogs" is a new 3D animated series set in Racerville, a town filled with dogs who are wild about racing. Each week, the canines encounter situations that require them to think through the "rules of the road"-issues that challenge the racers (and the television audience) to work hard, believe in themselves, play fair, and respect and get along with others.
Other Matters (17 of 19) Response
Program Title Real Life 101/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
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. The concept for REAL LIFE 101 is bold yet simple. Real life jobs and careers are explored in an energetic style as an education and informative (E/I) presentation for teenage viewers. The careers and people chosen to reflect those categories offer a vital inside look at what it would really be like to choose that particular profession. A co-host approach allows for interchange of questions and responses adding viewer stimulation and insight.
Other Matters (18 of 19) Response
Program Title In The Zone/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/8:30am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The program is hosted by NBA legend, Magic Johnson. Boys and girls viewing this program will find it full of important lessons and role modeling by professionals including high school, college and NBA coaches, along with NBA stars. Topics discussed will include the need for discipline, hard work, sacrifice, respect for others, believing in yourself and showing positive sportsmanship. There is a good mix of both girls and boys playing basketball. Although there are many professional adult guests, the young players do much of the training.
Other Matters (19 of 19) Response
Program Title Teen Kids News/Multicast .2
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays/9am
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 the first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children and hosted by a diverse news team made up of child "journalists" reporting from a professional news set and from the field on stories of interest and educational value to its own audience. Emphasis on diversity and experience to develop a cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian and Caucasian male and female child actors who interact with each other and connect to the viewers.

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