| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type |
|---|
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | CBS | |
| Nielsen DMA | Fresno-Visalia | |
| Web Home Page Address | http://www.cbs47.tv |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 168.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 3.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS - II (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0730 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 930 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 7 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/2/13 1600 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-02 |
| Episode # | 3/2/13 #6111R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 2/9/13 1600 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-02-09 |
| Episode # | 2/9/13 #6108R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/9/13 1600 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-09 |
| Episode # | 3/9/13 #6112R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/16/13 1930 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-16 |
| Episode # | 3/16/13 #6113R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 2/16/2013 1600 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-02-16 |
| Episode # | 2/16/13 #6109R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/31/13 1700 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-30 |
| Episode # | 3/30/13 #6102R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/24/13 1700 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-23 |
| Episode # | 3/23/13 #6101R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0830 |
| 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 | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/17/13 1600 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-16 |
| Episode # | 3/16/13 #9626R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ariel & Zooey, Eli Too (Secondary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS - 7:30AM-8:30AM (LOCAL TIME) (2 X 30 MINUTE EPISODES EACH SATURDAY) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Ariel & Zoey (Eli Too), also known as AZE2, provides CORE programming in the areas music, art and history. For example, the show introduces the viewer to people who have accomplished great things and have a positive message for kids. Of course, there is plenty of music in the show. AZE2's central theme is to empower children to accomplish their goals and their dreams. There is always a focus on important life lessons -- treating others with respect and kindness. This program is from the Retro Television Network (RTV). This program is from the Retro Television Network (RTV). The series will continue TFN - broadcasting 2 individual episodes each Saturday. Total episodes available for broadcast = 20. Therefore, episodes begin recurring after 10 weeks. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS - I (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0900 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 5 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - I (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/24/13 1630 (JIP 16 Mins) |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-23 |
| Episode # | 3/23/13 #8101R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - I (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/9/13 1530 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-09 |
| Episode # | 3/9/13 #8112R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - I (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/2/13 1530 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-02 |
| Episode # | 3/2/13 #8111R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - I (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/16/13 1900 |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-16 |
| Episode # | 3/16/13 #8113R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LIBERTY'S KIDS - I (Primary Stream) |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/31/13 16:30 (JIP 16 Mins) |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2013-03-30 |
| Episode # | 3/30/13 #8102R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - I (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0800 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mustard Pancakes (Secondary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS - 8:30AM-09:30AM (LOCAL TIME) (2 X 30 MINUTE EPISODES EACH SATURDAY) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mustard Pancakes is a television series for children, featuring the loveable and talented Courtney Campbell, and her family of fun-loving friends. Each episode mirrors a slice of everyday life, from problems to celebrations and everything in between. Courtney lives with her cat, Mr. D., and her three dogs, Oogleberry Ink Dog, Tiny Tina Ten Toes and Mo. Definitely an offbeat family! Courtney's home is warm, friendly and inviting, a cozy place where all children feel comfortable hanging out, singing songs and hearing stories. The series will continue TFN - broadcasting 2 individual episodes each Saturday. Total episodes available for broadcast = 36. Therefore, episodes begin recurring after 36 weeks. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mouse in the House (Secondary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS - 9:30 AM-10:00 AM (LOCAL TIME) (1 X 30 MINUTE EPISODES EACH SATURDAY) |
| 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 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mouse in the House is a science series that educates children about science concepts, introducing them to science and math by exploring fundamental principles such as gravity, pressure, kinetics and magnetism by conducting science experiments in an integrated and entertaining way. It is produced using a combination of 3D animation and live footage. The host, Max, is a 3D animated mouse in a 3D animated laboratory setting. Max the Mouse talks to the audience and the participants, explaining what the science concept and experiment is and how to perform it. The participants are junior high school children guided by a science facilitator. Together they perform the experiment instructed by Max the Mouse. Max also proceeds via 3D animation to explain the outcome of the experiment and how it happened. The series will continue TFN - broadcasting 1 individual episode each Saturday. Total episodes available for broadcast = 13. Therefore, episodes begin recurring after 13 weeks. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | GINA D KIDS CLUB (Secondary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS - 7AM-8:30AM (LOCAL TIME) (3 X 30 MINUTE EPISODES EACH SATURDAY) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | NOTE: 2 Episodes of Ariel & Zooey & Eli Too replaces Gina D beginning 11/24 Gina D's Kids Club is a family-friendly educational television program and DVD video series for preschoolers ages 2-6. Specifically themed shows address the learning needs and potential of young children, as they entertain, amuse and delight viewers of all ages through a combination of live action and dynamic 3-D animation. The show is hosted by a positive adult female role model, who connects with her young viewers in a gentle caring way in the same familiarity that children associate with their mothers. The major premise of Gina D's Kids Club is establishing and reinforcing positive values and behaviors through original songs and character performances that children will choose to adopt and imitate. Scripts are designed to promote actions that support interpersonal skills such as helping others, negotiation, cooperation, sharing and tolerance with an ending (Gina D's letter to grandma) that reinforces those educational objectives. Content is lively and fun, produced with state of the art computer animation and original, positive songs and characters such as Simon Wannabe, Mister Pockets, Miss Muffin, Pierre D Artist, TV Ted and Doggy Brown. The series will continue TFN - broadcasting 6 individual episodes each Saturday. Total episodes available for broadcast = 30. Therefore, episodes begin recurring after 5 weeks. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS - I (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0700 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 2) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | PETS.TV (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturdays @ 1000 and or 1500 or 1530 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 9 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| 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 an FCC friendly, Educational/Informational, nationally syndicated weekly series. It's core programming targets 13-16 year old teens with segments explaining the positives and negatives of pet ownership, including how to care for your pet, and features segments on owners, trainers and other people who interact with domesticated animals. |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (2 of 2) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made in Hollywood Teen Edition (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturdays @ 1030 and or 1500 or 1600 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 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. | Made in Hollywood Teen edition is an FCC friendly, Educational/Informational, nationally syndicated weekly series. It's core programming targets 13-16 year old teens with segments ranging from coverage of animation, producing & directing, to costume design, casting, & composing. This content rich spin-off introduces the audience to behind the scenes information in the movie and television industry. |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time | 2/23/13 JIP 8 Mins. |
| Date Time | 1/5/13 JIP 9 Mins. |
| Date Time | 3/16/13 JIP 21 Mins. |
| Date Time | 3/9/13 JIP 12 Mins. |
| 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 | Briana Jessen |
| Address | 4880 N. First Street |
| City | Fresno |
| State | CA |
| Zip | 93726 |
| Telephone Number | (559) 222-2411 |
| Email Address | BrianaJessen@cbsfresno.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. |
| Other Matters (1 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS - I (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0700 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0830 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | GINA D KIDS CLUB (Secondary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS - 7AM-7:30AM (LOCAL TIME) (1 X 30 MINUTE EPISODES EACH SATURDAY) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Gina D's Kids Club is a family-friendly educational television program and DVD video series for preschoolers ages 2-6. Specifically themed shows address the learning needs and potential of young children, as they entertain, amuse and delight viewers of all ages through a combination of live action and dynamic 3-D animation. The show is hosted by a positive adult female role model, who connects with her young viewers in a gentle caring way in the same familiarity that children associate with their mothers. The major premise of Gina D's Kids Club is establishing and reinforcing positive values and behaviors through original songs and character performances that children will choose to adopt and imitate. Scripts are designed to promote actions that support interpersonal skills such as helping others, negotiation, cooperation, sharing and tolerance with an ending (Gina D's letter to grandma) that reinforces those educational objectives. Content is lively and fun, produced with state of the art computer animation and original, positive songs and characters such as Simon Wannabe, Mister Pockets, Miss Muffin, Pierre D Artist, TV Ted and Doggy Brown. The series will continue TFN - broadcasting 6 individual episodes each Saturday. Total episodes available for broadcast = 30. Therefore, episodes begin recurring after 5 weeks. |
| Other Matters (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mustard Pancakes (Secondary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS - 8:30AM-09:30AM (LOCAL TIME) (2 X 30 MINUTE EPISODES EACH SATURDAY) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mustard Pancakes is a television series for children, featuring the loveable and talented Courtney Campbell, and her family of fun-loving friends. Each episode mirrors a slice of everyday life, from problems to celebrations and everything in between. Courtney lives with her cat, Mr. D., and her three dogs, Oogleberry Ink Dog, Tiny Tina Ten Toes and Mo. Definitely an offbeat family! Courtney's home is warm, friendly and inviting, a cozy place where all children feel comfortable hanging out, singing songs and hearing stories. The series will continue TFN - broadcasting 2 individual episodes each Saturday. Total episodes available for broadcast = 36. Therefore, episodes begin recurring after 36 weeks. |
| Other Matters (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mouse in the House (Secondary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS - 9:30 AM-10:00 AM (LOCAL TIME) (1 X 30 MINUTE EPISODES EACH SATURDAY) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mouse in the House is a science series that educates children about science concepts, introducing them to science and math by exploring fundamental principles such as gravity, pressure, kinetics and magnetism by conducting science experiments in an integrated and entertaining way. It is produced using a combination of 3D animation and live footage. The host, Max, is a 3D animated mouse in a 3D animated laboratory setting. Max the Mouse talks to the audience and the participants, explaining what the science concept and experiment is and how to perform it. The participants are junior high school children guided by a science facilitator. Together they perform the experiment instructed by Max the Mouse. Max also proceeds via 3D animation to explain the outcome of the experiment and how it happened. The series will continue TFN - broadcasting 1 individual episode each Saturday. Total episodes available for broadcast = 13. Therefore, episodes begin recurring after 13 weeks. |
| Other Matters (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - I (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0800 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS - II (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0930 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS - I (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0900 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS - II (Primary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 0730 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ariel & Zooey, Eli Too (Secondary Stream) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS - 7:30AM-8:30AM (LOCAL TIME) (2 X 30 MINUTE EPISODES EACH SATURDAY) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Ariel & Zoey (Eli Too), also known as AZE2, provides CORE programming in the areas music, art and history. For example, the show introduces the viewer to people who have accomplished great things and have a positive message for kids. Of course, there is plenty of music in the show. AZE2's central theme is to empower children to accomplish their goals and their dreams. There is always a focus on important life lessons -- treating others with respect and kindness. This program is from the Retro Television Network (RTV). This program is from the Retro Television Network (RTV). The series will continue TFN - broadcasting 2 individual episodes each Saturday. Total episodes available for broadcast = 20. Therefore, episodes begin recurring after 10 weeks. |
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The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay. FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application. WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503). |
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| I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments. | |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Nexstar Broadcasting Inc.
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