| 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 |
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| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | NBC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Billings | |
| Web Home Page Address | http://www.kulr8.com |
| 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 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Make Way For Noddy |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:30-11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 6 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 6 |
| 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. | Make Way for Noddy is based on a recurring character in the Enid Blyton book series for very young readers. Noddy, a boy doll, lives in a little cottage in the village of Toyland. He tools around in his sporty convertible, delivers the mail, and is a friend to all. Noddy is surrounded by a large cast of other toy characters some of whom are mentors, and a few others who are mischief makers in Toyland. In every episode of Noddy, there is a challenge experienced by Noddy or someone else in Toyland that lends itself to a humorous and lighthearted resolution. Whether it's Martha the monkey getting her undoing for her selfish ways, Mr. Wobblyman learning to play soccer with no legs, or Noddy trying to assemble a kite, the characters in Toyland work out their issues and live together in harmony. The regularly scheduled January 11, 2014 episode was preempted for live coverage of the Soccer: Barclay's Premier League: Manchester United V. Swansea. The regularly scheduled January 18, 2014 episode was preempted for live coverage of the Soccer: Barclay's Premier League: Liverpool V. Aston Villa. The regularly scheduled February 1, 2014 episode was preempted for live coverage of the Soccer: Barclay's Premier League: Match of the Day Highlights. The regularly scheduled February 8, 2014 episode was preempted for live coverage of the Soccer: Barclay's Premier League: Swansea V. Cardiff. The regularly scheduled February 22, 2014 episode was preempted for live coverage of the Soccer: Barclay's Premier League: Crystal Palace V. Man United. The regularly scheduled March 15, 2014 episode was preempted for live coverage of the NBC Sports Special: Paralympics. This Program aired on main digital channel 8.1. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Make Way For Noddy |
| List date and time rescheduled | 2/01/14 7:30-8 AM MT |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-02-01 |
| Episode # | 2/01/14 #MWN108 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Make Way For Noddy |
| List date and time rescheduled | 2/22/14 7:30-8 AM MT |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-02-22 |
| Episode # | 2/22/14 #MWN103 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Make Way For Noddy |
| List date and time rescheduled | 3/15/14 7:30-8 AM MT |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-03-15 |
| Episode # | 3/15/14 #MWN111 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Make Way For Noddy |
| List date and time rescheduled | 1/18/14 7:30-8 AM MT |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-01-18 |
| Episode # | 1/18/14 #MWN104 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Make Way For Noddy |
| List date and time rescheduled | 1/11/14 7:30-8 AM MT |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-01-11 |
| Episode # | 1/11/14 #MWN102 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Make Way For Noddy |
| List date and time rescheduled | 2/08/14 7:30-8 AM MT |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-02-08 |
| Episode # | 2/08/14 #MWN115 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 8:30-9:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Dog Tales" is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series showcasing all aspects of the canine world. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing and children ages 13-16 in particular, offering useful information on all kinds of dogs and the people who love them. The program also instructs young viewers on the proper care of pets and provides safety, health and training tips that are useful for all kinds of dogs. In addition to showcasing skilled and compassionate individuals helping dogs and dogs assisting people, the program emphasizes responsible pet ownership, compassion for all living creatures and promotes strong personal and community values, all in a manner that is as entertaining as it is informative. This Program aired on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 9:30-10:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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 is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series showcasing spectacular rescues of all types of animals. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing, focuses on the dedicated people around the world who help sick, injured or abused animals. The program also instructs children on the proper care of animals and provides safety tips on how to care for all kinds of creatures in the animal kingdom. In addition to showcasing skilled and compassionate individuals helping animals and protecting the environment, the program emphasizes problem solving and teamwork, promoting strong personal and community values. This Program aired on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. This Program aired on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Noodle and Doodle |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 8:30-9:00AM |
| 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. | Noodle and Doodle is an instructional series that features creating art projects and cooking projects around a specific theme. The show is hosted by Sean, who drives around in a doubledecker bus fully equipped with art supplies and a kitchen, all ready for any assignment. The projects encourage parent engagement and often feature families working together to make something for display in the child's home. Sean is accompanied by Doggity, an ever-faithful Beagle dog, who transforms into an animated character during interstitial trips to a parallel universe and a kitchen full of prank playing animated characters. The art projects typically feature lessons on recycling materials for re-use in making art and always demonstrate that creativity can transform something intended for one purpose into something useful to achieve a completely different goal. This Program aired on the main digital channel 8.1. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Tree Fu Tom |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 9:30-10:00AM |
| 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. | Tree Fu Tom focuses on the amazing adventures of a young boy called Tom who, with the power of 'movement magic' called 'Tree Fu', can transform into a tiny but mighty magical super hero and travel to a wondrous enchanted kingdom called Treetopolis that exists in a tree in his backyard woods. During each program he calls upon the audience to follow his moves to send him the magic he needs to solve a problem encountered by Tom and his friends. These include Ariella, a butterfly who is also a rancher and has rope lassoing skills; Twigs, an acorn sprite who folds himself into an acorn when he's frightened, Squirmturn, a pill bug who looks like a large and imposing coal miner but is often timid and fearful, and Zigzoo, a green tree frog and the resident genius inventor. In each episode there are an action adventure sequences that are key to resolving the challenge of the day. This Program will air on main digital channel 8.1. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LAZYTOWN |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 3 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| 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. | LazyTown promotes fitness and healthful habits for preschool children. It takes place in an imaginary setting, Lazy Town, and most episodes relate children's eating and fitness habits to problem solving in their "real world." The lead character, Stephanie, guides the audience through the story. She and her best friends, a group of "human" puppets reside in Lazy Town, where her uncle is the Mayor Milford Meanswell. The underground spy and influencer who defines the ethos of Lazy Town is Robbie Rotten, and he is determined to ruin the health and fitness practices of Stephanie and her friends. When the kids get into difficulties with Robbie Rotten, it is Sportacus, gymnast/athlete who comes to the rescue from his home in a spaceship that hovers over earth, prepared to answer any call for help. The ever-present theme of Lazy Town is to eat "sports candy" which consists of fruits and vegetables, get sufficient sleep, and go outside and engage in a wide range of physical activities, from playing games and holding athletic competitions, to building forts and play structures. The regularly scheduled February 8, 2014 episode was preempted for live coverage of the Soccer: Barclay's Premier League: Swansea V. Cardiff. The regularly scheduled February 22, 2014 episode was preempted for live coverage of the Soccer: Barclay's Premier League: Crystal Palace V. Man United. The regularly scheduled March 15, 2014 episode was preempted due to technical difficulties/loss of feed. This Program aired on the main digital channel 8.1. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LAZYTOWN |
| List date and time rescheduled | N/A |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2014-03-15 |
| Episode # | 3/15/14 #LZT106 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LAZYTOWN |
| List date and time rescheduled | 2/22/14 7-7:30 AM MT |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-02-22 |
| Episode # | 2/22/14 #LZT101 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LAZYTOWN |
| List date and time rescheduled | 2/08/14 7-7:30 AM MT |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-02-08 |
| Episode # | 2/08/14 #LZT117 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Biz Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 9:00-9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. This Program aired on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Chica Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 8:00-8:30AM |
| 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 enconters 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 Stitches 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. This Program aired on the main digital channel 8.1. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Justin Time |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 9:00-9:30AM |
| 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. | Justin Time features a little boy, Justin, who wants very much to master his destiny, have great adventures, and solve problems. He begins with a problem that vexes him and daydreams his way into an adventure that takes him to different places around the world, but also provides him with an experience that helps him solve his problem when he returns home. While on the adventure he is accompanied by Olive, a knowledgeable imaginary playmate, and Squidgy the morphing flying sponge, who provides commentary and comedy along the way. Justin's lessons involve learning, for example, that it takes focus to achieve success, failure can teach what we need to do to succeed next time, or when one path to solve a problem doesn't work, you can find another way to get to your goal. Justin is all about lf-directed learning from the young child's perspective and imagination. This Program aired on the main digital channel 8.1. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MISSING |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:30-11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This Program "Missing" is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series focusing on actual cases of missing persons. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing and children ages 13-16 in particular, provides information and descriptions of missing children, including endangered runaways as well as victims of abductions. The show also presents peer-to-peer advice on safety in public places and in cyber space, including real-world examples of how to avoid potentially dangerous situations. The program emphasizes taking active responsibility for personal safety and promotes situational awareness, presented in a calm and non-threatening manner suited for teenagers. This Program aired on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 8:00AM-8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | "Think Big" features top kid inventors who face off against each other in an Invent-Off to see who can come up with the most innovative and creative invention. Each episode is set in the Think Tank, a studio filled top to bottom with art supplies and construction materials. Two teams, each led by a Featured Inventor, brainstorm, choose materials, and then sketch, design and build their idea. Once completed, the competing inventions are presented to a judge. The best invention wins bragging rights and the coveted Genius Cup. In Think Big, kids acquire and showcase their skills in creativity, science, innovation, marketing, design and teamwork. May the brightest mind win! Think Big is a kid-hosted entertaining series for young people following the world's most innovative kids as they create and invent new toys, games, learning tools, websites and new modes of transportation. Some even start their own companies! E/I, age 13-16. This Program aired on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Melanie Watts Degner |
| Address | 2045 Overland Ave |
| City | Billings |
| State | MT |
| Zip | 59102 |
| Telephone Number | 406-656-8000 |
| Email Address | melanie.watts@cowlesmontana.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. | Cowles Montana Media Company became the licensee of station KULR-TV on November 28, 2013. The More You Know Website: "The More You Know's" comprehensive website (themoreyouknow.com) provides in-depth referral information, in connection with the on-air public service announcements. Content includes: video of all current public service announcements, a general campaign overview, and referral information by topic to partnering agencies referenced in the PSAs. The site includes a comprehensive list of the campaign's accolades, including Emmy and Peabody awards. In addition, a behind-the-scenes story with clips from talent interviews can be viewed. |
| Other Matters (1 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ZOU |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:30-11:00AM |
| 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. | Zou is a French series based on the Zou books by Michel Gay. Targeted for children age 2-5, each episode explores the kind of learning issues that emerge from every day encounters in the life of a preschool child. If Zou plays his drums too loud, how can he learn to play them softly? If Zou wants a car, but has only a cardboard box, how can he transform it? If Zou lost his friend's favorite airplane, how does he explain? How can Zou be successful at baking a cake if he has never done it before? How can Zou muster the courage to go to the doctor when he's afraid of injections? These are big issues in the mind and life of a preschool child and Zou demonstrates how to have fun, ask for help, listen to advice, and try different solutions until he can commit to the strategy that works. The show says it, shows it, and does it, in the embedded and naturally occurring lesson within each episode. This Program will air on the main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Noodle And Doodle |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 8:30-9:00AM |
| 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. | Noodle and Doodle is an instructional series that features creating art projects and cooking projects around a specific theme. The show is hosted by Sean, who drives around in a doubledecker bus fully equipped with art supplies and a kitchen, all ready for any assignment. The projects encourage parent engagement and often feature families working together to make something for display in the child's home. Sean is accompanied by Doggity, an ever-faithful Beagle dog, who transforms into an animated character during interstitial trips to a parallel universe and a kitchen full of prank playing animated characters. The art projects typically feature lessons on recycling materials for re-use in making art and always demonstrate that creativity can transform something intended for one purpose into something useful to achieve a completely different goal.This Program will air on main digital channel 8.1. |
| Other Matters (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Justin Time |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 9:00-9:30AM |
| 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. | Justin Time features a little boy, Justin, who wants very much to master his destiny, have great adventures, and solve problems. He begins with a problem that vexes him and daydreams his way into an adventure that takes him to different places around the world, but also provides him with an experience that helps him solve his problem when he returns home. While on the adventure he is accompanied by Olive, a knowledgeable imaginary playmate, and Squidgy the morphing flying sponge, who provides commentary and comedy along the way. Justin's lessons involve learning, for example, that it takes focus to achieve success, failure can teach what we need to do to succeed next time, or when one path to solve a problem doesn't work, you can find another way to get to your goal. Justin is all about elf-directed learning from the young child's perspective and imagination. This Program will air on the main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Lazy Town |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:00-10:30AM |
| 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 promotes fitness and healthful habits for preschool children. It takes place in an imaginary setting, Lazy Town, and most episodes relate children's eating and fitness habits to problem solving in their "real world." The lead character, Stephanie, guides the audience through the story. She and her best friends, a group of "human" puppets reside in Lazy Town, where her uncle is the Mayor Milford Meanswell. The underground spy and influencer who defines the ethos of Lazy Town is Robbie Rotten, and he is determined to ruin the health and fitness practices of Stephanie and her friends. When the kids get into difficulties with Robbie Rotten, it is Sportacus, gymnast/athlete who comes to the rescue from his home in a spaceship that hovers over earth, prepared to answer any call for help. The ever-present theme of Lazy Town is to eat "sports candy" which consists of fruits and vegetables, get sufficient sleep, and go outside and engage in a wide range of physical activities, from playing games and holding athletic competitions, to building forts and play structures. This Program will air on the main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THINK BIG |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 8:00-8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Think Big" features top kid inventors who face off against each other in an Invent-Off to see who can come up with the most innovative and creative invention. Each episode is set in the Think Tank, a studio filled top to bottom with art supplies and construction materials. Two teams, each led by a Featured Inventor, brainstorm, choose materials, and then sketch, design and build their idea. Once completed, the competing inventions are presented to a judge. The best invention wins bragging rights and the coveted Genius Cup. In Think Big, kids acquire and showcase their skills in creativity, science, innovation, marketing, design and teamwork. May the brightest mind win! Think Big is a kid-hosted entertaining series for young people following the world's most innovative kids as they create and invent new toys, games, learning tools, websites and new modes of transportation. Some even start their own companies! E/I, age 13-16. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
| Other Matters (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Biz Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 9:00-9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | 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. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
| Other Matters (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Tree Fu Tom |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 9:30-10:00AM |
| 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 focuses on the amazing adventures of a young boy called Tom who, with the power of 'movement magic' called 'Tree Fu', can transform into a tiny but mighty magical super hero and travel to a wondrous enchanted kingdom called Treetopolis that exists in a tree in his backyard woods. During each program he calls upon the audience to follow his moves to send him the magic he needs to solve a problem encountered by Tom and his friends. These include Ariella, a butterfly who is also a rancher and has rope lassoing skills; Twigs, an acorn sprite who folds himself into an acorn when he's frightened, squirmturn, a pill bug who looks like a large and imposing coal miner but is often timid and fearful, and Zigzoo, a green tree frog and the resident genius inventor. In each episode there are an action adventure sequences that are key to resolving the challenge of the day. This Program will air on main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Chica Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 8:00-8:30AM |
| 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 enconters 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 Stitches 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. This Program will air on the main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THE REAL WINNING EDGE |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | 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. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
| Other Matters (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOG TALES |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 8:30-9:00AM |
| 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 Tales" is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series showcasing all aspects of the canine world. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing and children ages 13-16 in particular, offering useful information on all kinds of dogs and the people who love them. The program also instructs young viewers on the proper care of pets and provides safety, health and training tips that are useful for all kinds of dogs. In addition to showcasing skilled and compassionate individuals helping dogs and dogs assisting people, the program emphasizes responsible pet ownership, compassion for all living creatures and promotes strong personal and community values, all in a manner that is as entertaining as it is informative. This program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
| Other Matters (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ANIMAL RESCUE |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Rescue is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series showcasing spectacular rescues of all types of animals. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing, focuses on the dedicated people around the world who help sick, injured or abused animals. The program also instructs children on the proper care of animals and provides safety tips on how to care for all kinds of creatures in the animal kingdom. In addition to showcasing skilled and compassionate individuals helping animals and protecting the environment, the program emphasizes problem solving and teamwork, promoting strong personal and community values. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Other Matters (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MISSING |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT. 10:30-11:00AM |
| 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" is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series focusing on actual cases of missing persons. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing and children ages 13-16 in particular, provides information and descriptions of missing children, including endangered runaways as well as victims of abductions. The show also presents peer-to-peer advice on safety in public places and in cyber space, including real-world examples of how to avoid potentially dangerous situations. The program emphasizes taking active responsibility for personal safety and promotes situational awareness, presented in a calm and non-threatening manner suited for teenagers. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
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Cowles Montana Media Company
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