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Approved by OMB 3060-0928
January 2015
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(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report

FRN:
0022824668
File Number:
CPR-164212
Submit Date:
01/09/2015
Call Sign:
WHO-DT
Facility ID:
66221
City:
DES MOINES
State:
IA
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
01/09/2015
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Fourth Quarter of 2014

General Information

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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 Des Moines-Ames
Web Home Page Address www.whotv.com

Digital Core Programming

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State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream 3.0
State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream 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: 12.0
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(15)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital Pets.tv E/I
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 8
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. Series is E/I rated and is suitable for family viewing. Pets.TV showcases pets of all types, providing valuable information about canine health, training, grooming and overall pet care. Series is E/I rated and is suitable for family viewing.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (2 of 15) Response
Program Title Lazytown (E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 11:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 5
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 8
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 7
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. Lazy Town encourages fitness and healthful habits for preschool children. In the imaginary setting of Lazy Town, characters' eating and fitness habits are linked to problem solving in their world. The lead character is Stephanie, a young girl who guides the audience through the story as she and her friends ("human" puppets) and her Uncle (Mayor Milford Meanswell) navigate life within Lazy Town. Robbie Rotten, the underground spy and influencer who personifies the ethos of Lazy Town, is determined to ruin the health and fitness practices of Stephanie and her friends. When the kids have difficulty with Robbie Rotten, Sportacus, a gymnast/athlete prepared to answer any call for help, comes to the rescue from his home in a zeppelin-like aircraft that hovers over earth. The underlying themes of Lazy Town stress the importance of eating "sports candy" (aka fruits and vegetables), always obtaining sufficient sleep, and going outside to engage in a wide range of physical activities including playing games, competing athletically, and even building forts and play structures.
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 Lazytown (E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 10/4 @ 7:30
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 # 10/4
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Lazytown (E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 11/22 @ 7:30
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 # 11/22
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Lazytown (E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 12/6 @ 7:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 12/6
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #4

Questions Response
Title of Program Lazytown (E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 11/8 @ 7:30
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 # 11/8
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #5

Questions Response
Title of Program Lazytown (E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 12/20 @ 7:30
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 # 12/20
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #6

Questions Response
Title of Program Lazytown (E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 11/29 @ 7:30
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 # 11/29
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #7

Questions Response
Title of Program Lazytown (E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 10/25 @ 7:30
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 # 10/25
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #8

Questions Response
Title of Program Lazytown (E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 10/18 @ 7:30
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 # 10/18
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (3 of 15) Response
Program Title ANTENNA TV 13.3 digital Swap TV E/I
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:00 & 10:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 9 years to 14 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Series features a non-violent, adventurous format that can be enjoyed by the entire family while stimulating creativity, promoting team work, and showcasing moral dilemmas and social values. A search and rescue, animal adventure-themed series with an entertaining twist of investigative and detective "super sleuthing" by a group of neighborhood kids, a veterinarian, a marine biologist, a zany professor, and colorful neighborhood characters. Action and stimulating story lines combined with compelling situations along with kids' natural curiosity and love for animals. Series features a diverse cast providing positive role models. To add variety to the series, episodes haven been produced in Costa Rica, Switzerland, the Florida Everglades, The Great Northwest, East Coast, Mid West... just about everywhere in the USA.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (4 of 15) Response
Program Title ANTENNA TV 13.3 digital World Travels E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Satudays @ 11:00 & 11:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 9 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. "Heads Up!" is a series about astronomy and astronautics that takes young viewers beyond the basics of the Big Dipper and the moon, introducing them to the magical content and practical context of the night sky. In each episode, series takes kids on an entertaining and informative tour of the heavens through several featured segments, including a survey of all the planets and moons in our solar system.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (5 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital ANIMAL RESCUE E/I
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 7
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 Rescue showcases spectacular rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures on the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. Series is E/I rated ages 13-16 and is suitable for family viewing.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (6 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital Missing (E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 9
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 12
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. "Missing" will satisfy the FCC Children's Programming requirement. "Missing" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including safety tips and real life stories using various resources to help find missing people. The show is also a public service to communities across the United States and is endorced by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (7 of 15) Response
Program Title ANTENNA TV 13.3 digital Animal Rescue Classics In E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9 & 9:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
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. "Animal Rescue Classics" is an upbeat, family, educational program that explores what viewers are curious about. In each show, host Joel Greene ventures on a quest to answer viewer's letters of curiosity. Each quest takes the audience on location for an unscripted, hands-on, educational exploration. In addition, throughout each program, Joel will hit the streets to get real and often comical answers to questions pertaining to each episode. Joel's enthusiastic personality often lands him in hilarious situations in pursuit of the answer. Antenna TV network inadvertently omitted the E/I logo from episodes of "Animal Rescue Classics" that aired from October 5 through December 15, 2013. The network scheduled "make good" telecasts of all of the affected episodes, with the required "E/I" logo, with notice to viewers (using on-screen graphics informing viewers of the special times) and the national program listings services, on December 28, 2013 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. EST and on December 29, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 15) Response
Program Title The Chica Show (E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 10:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 1
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 2 years to 5 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Chica is a five-year-old "baby" chick who spends her days with her parents in their costume shop, the Coop. The shop's one employee, Kelly, doubles as Chica's nanny and the ensemble is rounded out with Bunji, a large floppy eared rabbit and Stitches, a straw mannequin that sits in the window. In each episode Chica develops or encounters a problem that she cannot immediately resolve. Usually her issues involve impulse control, distractibility, judgment, and inter-personal behaviors. She and Kelly usually work on the problem through an adventure-a fantasy transformation to animation-- where Bunji and Stiches come alive and join Chica and Kelly for the problem solving process. The core educational content is primarily socio-emotional development, and Chica learns how to express herself properly, think before she acts, and interact with others effectively. She often learns that it takes hard work and practice to become proficient at different skills.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (9 of 15) Response
Program Title Poppy Cat(E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 12:00
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 6
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 10
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 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Poppy Cat based on a book series by Lara Jones, models the use of imagination and storytelling to encourage creative thinking in viewers. Each episode features the narrator Lara, reading a story about Poppy Cat, to her own cat (who is also named Poppy). She weaves an exciting tale following her imagination, which leads her to distant lands reached by boat, plane, hot air balloon or train. Each story features Poppy Cat as the leader of a group of animal friends, including the resident bully Egbert the badger, and other occasionally recurring characters. A prevailing message emerges within each episode to be nice to your friends and always work together. There remains an overarching implicit message within every episode as well; think creatively and exercise your mind through reading and storytelling - for these activities always lead to enjoyment and adventure.
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 Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 12/7 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 12/6
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 10/19 @ 11
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 10/18
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 11/16 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/8
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #4

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 12/14 @ 11
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 12/13
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #5

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 11/30 @ 11
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/29
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #6

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 11/2 @ 11
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 # 10/25
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #7

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 10/12 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 10/4
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #8

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 11/9 @ 11
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/1
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #9

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 11/23 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/22
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #10

Questions Response
Title of Program Poppy Cat(E/I)
List date and time rescheduled 12/21 @ 11
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 12/20
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (10 of 15) Response
Program Title Noodle and Doodle E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 12:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 2
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 11
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. Noodle and Doodle is a live-action show hosted by Sean Roach that also blends animation and puppetry into the overall format. Sean drives a double-decker bus into various communities to meet children who have written to him with a problem that they would like to solve using art and/or a food experience. Sean is accompanied by Noodle, a puppet character and Doodle, a digital character that lives inside a tablet computer, and Doggity, a faithful beagle. Doggity has a mini-show of his own through an animated alter-ego that appears during diversionary segments in a restaurant kitchen operated by Doggity and other canines. The show demonstrates how recycled materials can become art and how food, art, and problem solving can be combined to create a fun experience in everyday living. Every episode can be replicated at home with ease by parents and children playing together.
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 Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 11/16 @ 12
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/8
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 10/19 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 10/18
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 11/9 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/1
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #4

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 12/14 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 12/13
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #5

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 11/16 @ 12
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/15
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #6

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 11/2 @11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 10/25
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #7

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 12/7 @ 11
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/29
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #8

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 10/12 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 10/4
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #9

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 12/21 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 12/20
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #10

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 11/12 @ 12
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 11/22
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #11

Questions Response
Title of Program Noodle and Doodle E/I
List date and time rescheduled 12/7 @ 11:30
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted
Episode # 12/6
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (11 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital Biz Kids (E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 8:30
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. Biz Kid$ is a weekly half-hour series focusing on financial literacy and entrepreneurship for teens, targeting 13 to 16-year-olds. Using a mix of strong financial education tools, dynamic sketch comedy, and inspiring true stories of young entrepreneurs, Biz Kid$ provides important information for future success. Each episode features math, language arts, and social studies as well as teaching teens about money and business.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (12 of 15) Response
Program Title Tree Fu Tom(E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 11:00
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 7
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. Tree Fu Tom, is a live action/animated series about a little boy who lives in a rural area and has a rich fantasy life in the woods behind his home. Tom uses specific movements to summon up magic powers that permit him to morph into an animated hero and fly around in Treetopolis, the fantasy version of his woods. While in Treetopolis, Tom and his friends, Ariella, Twigs, Squirmturn and Zigzoo will invariably run into a problem or disaster that needs fixing. Tom calls upon the audience to practice original dance moves that will bring him "Big World" magic so he and his friends can resolve their challenge of the day. Educational messages reinforce positive socio-emotional content, with examples that model: being loyal to good friends, knowing how to ask for help, doing the right thing instead of what is convenient, making the effort to share rather than being selfish or relying on teamwork in order to accomplish a goal.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (13 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital DOG TALES
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 7:30
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. Dog Tails showcases dogs and dog lovers of all types, providing valuable information about canine health, training, grooming and overall dog care. Series is E/I rated and is suitable for family viewing.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (14 of 15) Response
Program Title Astroblast
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 10:00
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 2 years to 5 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Astroblast!, based on the book series by author and illustrator Bob Kolar, is set on a space station in an unknown solar system. The station is populated by five animal characters and one three-eyed octopus of unknown derivation. Each episode begins with an everyday conversation or incident that grows into a predicament of some sort needing a solution. While these predicaments take place on a space station populated by animal characters and aliens from different galaxies, the issues and resolutions resonate for a preschool audience. Through comedy and zippy action, our target audience sees how the characters learn lessons for practical living such as how to keep track of things that belong to you, practice good habits, clean up a space when you've made a mess, rebound from a failure or an embarrassing incident, or resist the urge to blame others for your mistakes.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (15 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital The Real Winning Edge (E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:30
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. The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half-hour television series that meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Children's Programming requirements for children ages 13-16. The program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13 to 16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. The Real Winning Edge TV" is closed-captioned for the hearing impaired and displays the "E/I" icon throughout the broadcast.
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 Dave Peterson
Address 1801 Grand Avenue
City Des Moines
State IA
Zip 50309
Telephone Number 515-242-3541
Email Address dave.peterson@whotv.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. After due review of internal station records and documentation provided to us by program suppliers, the licensee hereby certifies as follows: (i) the only programs specifically designed for children ages twelve and under that the station broadcast this quarter are disclosed in this report (including in this Question 17) and (ii) the licensee fully complied with the FCC's commercial limits, as specified in 47 C.F.R. Section 73.670, with respect to these programs. On June 12, 2009, the station stopped broadcast of its analog signal therefore question 7b and 7c no longer apply. CHANNEL 13 WEATHER LAB AT THE SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA Each weekday, children from all over central Iowa interact with Channel 13 Meteorologists at our satellite interactive weather studio located at the new Science Center of Iowa. Not only are there discussions about weather, but also television production and the magic "green screen" plus children see our live weather broadcasts at noon and 5pm each day and receive educational weather handouts. LIVING HISTORY FARMS FAMILY HALLOWEEN It was a merry not scary Halloween for more than 12,000 central Iowans at this year's "Family Halloween" event. The event was set in the 1875 town of Walnut Hill at Living History Farms. The boardwalks were lighted as costumed townspeople hand out treats to children ages 12 and under at more than a dozen sites. Visitors also enjoyed horse-drawn wagon rides, a marshmallow roast, free soda and popcorn plus storytellers each night. IMAGINEVE "ImaginEve" is a free, family-oriented New Year's Eve celebration featuring jugglers, clowns, games, inflatable rides, food art activities for children...all leading up to a big fireworks show. 7,000 people attended in 2014. CHILDREN'S INTERNET SAFETY WHOtv.com made available a free, downloadable Internet safety eBook, Growing Up Online, containing a unique learning tool that provides parents and teachers important information to help initiate conversation with children about online safety. With half of all kids under the age of eight using Internet connected devices, and one in three children cyber-bullied, it is more critical than ever to educate kids on using technology safely. Growing Up Online is a media-rich eBook that provides easy-to-use content on navigating the digital world in an engaging way and was available as a free download for a variety of tablet devices in both English and Spanish. The eBook was also available online for desktop and laptop viewing at www.themoreyouknow.com/eBooks. THE GOLDEN APPLE AWARD Each month during the school year, WHO-TV and a corporate partner honor one teacher in our viewing area that goes beyond the call of duty. Nominations are taken from letters written by children at the school that think their teacher should be recognized. Then on the last Monday of the month, we visit the school and surprise our deserving teacher with the honor at a school assembly. It teaches children appreciation of all teachers and motivates other teachers to aspire to achieve the same recognition from their students. PETER PAN STUDY GUIDE NBC and the curriculum specialists at Young Minds Inspired created a free educational program designed to enrich the this evening of live theater for young viewers of all ages and their families. The program included two reproducible activity sheets that teachers could use to generate excitement, engagement and discussion before, during and after the December 4th live television event plus many additional interactive teaching ideas for all grade levels. The program met Common Core State Standards for English language ARTS AND National Core Arts standards for theater in the elementary and secondary grades.

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Program Title Noodle and Doodle E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 12:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 7
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. Noodle and Doodle, an instructional series, features creating art projects and cooking projects around a specific theme. Host, Sean, drives around in a double-decker bus fully equipped with art supplies and a kitchen, ready for any assignment. The projects encourage parent engagement and often feature families working together to make something to display within the child's home. Sean's side-kick, Doggity, is an ever-faithful beagle who transforms into an animated character during interstitial trips to a parallel universe, set in a kitchen full of prank playing animated characters. The art projects typically promote utilizing recycled materials in order to demonstrate that creativity can transform something intended for one purpose into something that achieves a completely different goal.
Other Matters (2 of 15) Response
Program Title Lazy Town (E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 11:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 2 years to 5 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Lazy Town is a show that is all about health, fitness, and being good friends. Set in a fantasy world known as Lazy Town, which is populated by inactive residents, we see a visitor named Stephanie determined to coax her friends and relatives to begin healthful, active living. She wins over her new friends, Ziggy, Stingy, Trixie and Pixel, to leave their gaming consoles and candy stashes at home so they can go outside and play. She gets her Uncle, the Mayor and his friend Ms. Busy Body to support her efforts. But all of them are constantly foiled by Robbie Rotten, who lives underground and is determined to send Lazy Town back to inactivity and quiet. Coming to the rescue is the athlete Sportacus who lives in a spaceship and receives signals from the kids or the Mayor whenever they need help. Sportacus has two goals, to keep the peace and to promote healthful, positive living. When Robbie Rotten is discovered and contained through comic pratfalls, he goes back to his underground lair and all is well in Lazy Town, until another day and another time when Robbie will rise again.
Other Matters (3 of 15) Response
Program Title ANTENNA TV 13.3 digital Swap TV E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10:00 & 10:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
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. "SWAP TV" is a weekly half-hour television series about two teenagers from different backgrounds "swapping" lives for a weekend. The series meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Childrens Programming requirements for children ages 13-16. The programs explore the opposite lives of the participating youngsters as they learn about different cultures and family settings. Young viewers are exposed to the special interests of the "swapping" youngsters and what adjustments they make to a different life situation. The program teaches tolerance of various races, creeds and backgrounds while exposing an appreciation to someone else's way of life. Each episode is informative, entertaining and promotes good social values and respect. "SWAP TV" is closed-captioned for the hearing impaired and displays the "E/I" icon throughout the broadcast.
Other Matters (4 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital Dog Tails (E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 7:30
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. Dog Tails showcases dogs and dog lovers of all types, providing valuable information about canine health, training, grooming and overall dog care. Series is E/I rated and is suitable for family viewing.
Other Matters (5 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital Pets.TV (E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Satudays @ 8
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. Pursuant to the Children's Television Act of 1990 PetsTV will satisfy the FCC Children's progrmming requirement and can be classified as either core or non-core Programming. Series is E/I rated and is suitable for family viewing. Pets.TV celebrates the pets we love and the people who love them. Pet News, Pet Care, Pet Health and Pet Lifestyles
Other Matters (6 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital Missing (E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9
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. "Missing" will satisfy the FCC Children's Programming requirement and can be classified as either core or non-core programming. "Missing" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including safety tips and real life stories using various resources to help find missing people. The show is also a public service to communities across the United States and is endorced by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
Other Matters (7 of 15) Response
Program Title Word Travels(E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 11:00 & 11:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
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. Pursuant to the Childrens Television Act of 1990, WORD TRAVELS will satisfy the FCC Children's programming requirement and can be classified as either core or non-core programming. WORD TRAVELS serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of learning about other cultures and peoples. The series allows teenagers to explore how individuals in various nations and continents live their daily lives and examine what are the differences in customs and languages in each locale. The series also demonstrates how to write stories about these destinations and what information is relevant to good story-telling.
Other Matters (8 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital The Real Winning Edge (E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9:30
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 Real Winning Edge is a weekly half-hour television series that meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Children's Programming requirements for children ages 13-16. The program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13 to 16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. The Real Winning Edge TV" is closed-captioned for the hearing impaired and displays the "E/I" icon throughout the broadcast.
Other Matters (9 of 15) Response
Program Title ANTENNA TV 13.3 digital Animal Rescue Classics E/I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 9 and 9:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 48
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. During the airings of "Animal Rescue Classics" from Saturday, October 5, 2013 to Saturday, December 14, 2013, at 10 and 10:30a ET (Episode Numbers 101-122), the "E/I " graphic bug that designates the program as educational/informational under the FCC's definition of core programming was not properly displayed. This error should have been detected before the programs aired. We regret the oversight and are taking steps to ensure it does not happen again. To comply with FCC "core programming" requirements, a "make good" of these twenty-two episodes will be scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 28 from 12p-4p ET and Sunday, Dec. 29 from 9a-4p ET. Programming: Animal Rescue showcases spectacular rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures on the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. Series is E/I rated ages 13-16 and is suitable for family viewing. Program airs on our secondary channel ant therefore can not be counted as core programming
Other Matters (10 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital Animal Rescue (E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 7
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 Rescue showcases spectacular rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures on the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. Series is E/I rated ages 13-16 and is suitable for family viewing. Program airs on our secondary channel ant therefore can not be counted as core programming
Other Matters (11 of 15) Response
Program Title Astroblast
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 10
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 2 years to 5 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Astroblast!, based on the book series by author and illustrator Bob Kolar, is set on a space station in an unknown solar system. The station is populated by five animal characters and one three-eyed octopus of unknown derivation. Each episode begins with an everyday conversation or incident that grows into a predicament of some sort needing a solution. While these predicaments take place on a space station populated by animal characters and aliens from different galaxies, the issues and resolutions resonate for a preschool audience. Through comedy and zippy action, our target audience sees how the characters learn lessons for practical living such as how to keep track of things that belong to you, practice good habits, clean up a space when you've made a mess, rebound from a failure or an embarrassing incident, or resist the urge to blame others for your mistakes.
Other Matters (12 of 15) Response
Program Title Tree Fu Tom (E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 11:00
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 2 years to 5 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Tree Fu Tom, is a live action/animated series about a little boy who lives in a rural area and has a rich fantasy life in the woods behind his home. Tom uses specific movements to summon up magic powers that permit him to morph into an animated hero and fly around in Treetopolis, the fantasy version of his woods. While in Treetopolis, Tom and his friends, Ariella, Twigs, Squirmturn and Zigzoo will invariably run into a problem or disaster that needs fixing. Tom calls upon the audience to practice original dance moves that will bring him "Big World" magic so he and his friends can resolve their challenge of the day. Educational messages reinforce positive socio-emotional content, with examples that model: being loyal to good friends, knowing how to ask for help, doing the right thing instead of what is convenient, making the effort to share rather than being selfish or relying on teamwork in order to accomplish a goal.
Other Matters (13 of 15) Response
Program Title WEATHER PLUS 13.2 digital Biz Kid$(E/I)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 8:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Biz Kid$ is a weekly half-hour series focusing on financial literacy and entrepreneurship for teens, targeting 13 to 16-year-olds. Using a mix of strong financial education tools, dynamic sketch comedy, and inspiring true stories of young entrepreneurs, Biz Kid$ provides important information for future success. Each episode features math, language arts, and social studies as well as teaching teens about money and business.
Other Matters (14 of 15) Response
Program Title Poppy Cat (E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays @ 12:00
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 2 years to 5 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Poppy Cat is based on the Poppy Cat's Adventures book series authored and illustrated by Lara Jones. A narrator, also named Lara, reads a story to her cat in each episode. This story stars the narrator's own Poppy Cat, who envisions and takes his friends on imaginary adventures. The friends are Zuzu, a Dalmatian who zips around on a skateboard; Alma, a southern belle bunny who is ultra-feminine and sweetly dramatic, Mo, a little mouse who tries his best to do as much as everyone else despite his size; Owl, the wise one who is prone to neck rolls and commentary when things irritate him or don't make sense, and the grouchy Egbert, an arrogant and obnoxious badger who refuses to play with the group and invariably attempts to sabotage their adventures. Occasionally Hilda, a forgetful and ditzy pigeon who flies into their adventures, appears to say hello or provide misguided directions to the friends. Once their mission is accomplished, the friends return to their little village and resume their cheerful, active lives. At the conclusion of her story, Lara closes her book and says good-bye to Poppy Cat, who is usually ready for his nap.
Other Matters (15 of 15) Response
Program Title The Chica Show (E/I)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday @ 10:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 2 years to 5 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Chica is a five-year-old "baby" chick who spends her days with her parents in their costume shop, the Coop. The shop's one employee, Kelly, doubles as Chica's nanny and the ensemble is rounded out with Bunji, a large floppy eared rabbit and Stitches, a straw mannequin that sits in the window. In each episode Chica develops or encounters a problem that she cannot immediately resolve. Usually her issues involve impulse control, distractibility, judgment, and inter-personal behaviors. She and Kelly usually work on the problem through an adventure-a fantasy transformation to animation-- where Bunji and Stiches come alive and join Chica and Kelly for the problem solving process. The core educational content is primarily socio-emotional development, and Chica learns how to express herself properly, think before she acts, and interact with others effectively. She often learns that it takes hard work and practice to become proficient at different skills.

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