Federal Communications Commission
Washington, DC 20554
Approved by OMB
3060-0754
FCC 398
Children's Television Programming Report

Report reflects information for the filing period ending: 2009-03-31 00:00:00.0 Filed on: 2009-04-06 16:48:40.546

Call Sign Channel Numbers Community of License
KTAL (analog)
15 (digital)
City State County ZIP Code
Texarkana TX Bowie 75503
Licensee Name
Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.
Network Affiliation Nielsen DMA Licensee World Wide Web Home Page Address (if applicable)
NBC Shreveport www.arklatexhomepage.com
Facility ID Previous Call Sign (if applicable) License Renewal Expiration Date
35648 2014-08-01 00:00:00.0
Analog Core Programming
2. State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671(c). 3.50 hours
3. (a) 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. §73.673? Y
(b) Identify publishers who were sent information in 3(a).
The Times, Shreveport, LA Texarkana Gazette, Texarkana, TX Big Sandy/Hawkins Journal, Big Sandy, TX McCurtain Daily Gazette, Idabel, OK Marshall News Messenger, Marshall, Tx Minden Press Herald, Minden, LA TV Guide Travel Host Magazine, Dallas, TX Video Viewing, Inc., Little Rock AR Citizens Tribune, New Boston, TX FYI Television, Arlington, TX Atlanta Citizens Journal, Atlanta, TX Tribune Media
4. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program.
Title of Analog Core Program #1 Origin
Jane and the Dragon NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Jane and the Dragon is a coming-of-age story about a middle-class, medieval girl who lives in the Royal Court with her family. As an only child, Jane is raised to be a Lady-in-Waiting but through her determination and a stroke of luck, she ends up being trained as a Knight in the King's Guard. Accompanied by her best friend, a giant green Dragon that lives in her backyard, Jane experiences a series of adventures that test her character and her skills as a young knight in a castle full of friends and foes. Each episode in the show takes us through the problems and challenges Jane encounters and the process she goes through to find the solutions for them.
Title of Analog Core Program #2 Origin
Zula Patrol NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 9:30 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The Zula Patrol is an animated show about six extraterrestrial characters Captain Bula, his copilot Zeeter, Professor Multo, their pet, Gorgo, and their flying dictionaries Wizzy and Wig,who learn key science concepts as they explore the galaxy through space missions. Often, the group encounters the evil Dark Truder and his talking toupee minion, Traxie, and must thwart Truder's poorly planned schemes to take over the universe. Each character exhibits unique abilities and traits that, combined with their new knowledge, helps them problem-solve their way through their journeys. Using an integrated approach to target diverse learning styles, the show communicates its educational messages through narratives and a two-part information segment at the end of each story.
Title of Analog Core Program #3 Origin
3-2-1 Penguins NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
3-2-1 Penguins draws upon characters from two stories and uses both long and short form material involving these characters to provide social-emotional messages to children. The show features two children, Jason and Michelle, whose vacation at their grandmother's cottage ends up being more adventure than they expect when their toy spaceship with four toy Penguins comes to life. The children are sucked into the spaceship, where they meet the now live Penguins and journey through space to solve an inter-galactic disaster threatening the Penguins and their friends. Each story begins with a problem and ends after the children have learned an important social-emotional message through their adventure with the Penguins.
Title of Analog Core Program #4 Origin
Veggie Tales NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 10:30 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Veggie Tales is a show that draws upon characters from stories, which use both long and short form material to provide social-emotional messages to children. Narrated by animated veggies, Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber, the show teaches life lessons through wit and humor. Each episode contains one or two short animated stories that illustrate core values to children in an entertaining way. Stories are interrupted with silly songs, usually sung by Larry the Cucumber, that contain whacky lyrics in a catchy tune. Each episode ends with Bob and Larry reinforcing the lesson learned through the stories.
Title of Analog Core Program #5 Origin
Babar NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 11:00 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Babar is a series about a young elephant who returns to the jungle where he builds the city of Celesteville and is crowned King of the Elephants. A dedicated ruler and family-elephant, Babar experiences many challenges as he journeys through life, and learns to rise above them through strength and optimism. Each episode begins with a look into Babar's present life, primarily in his role as a father who teaches his children the value of people, things and relationships through his own experience from the jungle to the city. Each episode in the show carries with it a social-emotional message that is established at the end of Babar's story.
Title of Analog Core Program #6 Origin
My Friend Rabbit NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 11:30 a.m. 12 1
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
My Friend Rabbit models constructive problem-solving for young children, ages 4-8. In each episode, the story characters find themselves facing a different dilemma that is drawn from a typical childhood experience. Rabbit and Mouse usually lead us through creative problem-solving, which involves tenacity and working in teams. The group may figure out how to make the most of a bad situation, invent toys from everyday objects, solve some of nature's riddles, respect their differences, or take care of others who need a little extra help. The characters specialize in converting a challenge into a social activity filled with optimism, creativity and humor. The series helps children learn to think out of the box by showing viewers how the characters work together to come up with possible solutions, and persist with new ideas when one solution fails.
Total Times Aired Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
13 1 1
Preemption #1
Date Preempted/Episode # If rescheduled, date and time reschedule Is the rescheduled date the second home?
10-04-08/MFR201 10-04-08-8:30am Y
If rescheduled, were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Y
Reason for Preemption SPORTS
Title of Analog Core Program #7 Origin
Teen Kid News SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Sunday - 7:30 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years Y
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Teen Kid News is the first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children. This program meets the need of children whose sophistication and curiosity about their world is motivated by the information explosion. They have the interest; they have opinions; but they also have a healthy skepticism about adult explanations, which tend to be either condescending, or overly comples. A cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian and Caucasian male and female child actors interact with each other and connect to the viewers.

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming
5. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that is specifically designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under, but does not meet one or more elements of the definition of Core Programming. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Complete chart below for each additional such educational and informational program.
Title of Analog Non-Core Program #1 Origin
Kid Cast LOCAL
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Monday through Friday - 5:00-5:30 p.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
6 years 12 years
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Y
If Yes, does the Licensee identify each program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? N
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. §73.673? N
Description of Program
"Kid Cast" is a feature of the 5:00 p.m. news Monday through Friday in which children are urged to draw a picture depicting some kind of weather condition, i.e. snow, rain, wind, sunshine, etc. and mail them to the station. Each day one picture is shown and the meteorologist mentions the child's name, age, hometown and the school he or she attends. The objective is to contribute to a child's awareness of weather conditions and the impact weather has on their daily lives.
Date and Time Aired (if preempted and rescheduled)

 

Sponsored Core Programming
6. List Core Programs, if any, aired by other analog stations that are sponsored by the Licensee and that meet the criteria set forth in 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Also indicate whether the amount of total Core Programming broadcast by another station increased.
[There are no analog sponsored core program broadcast reports.]
[There are no analog sponsored core program detail reports.]
Digital Core Programming
7. (a) State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream. 3.50 hours
  (b) Did the Licensee broadcast on its main digital program stream the same Children's Core Programming provided on its analog channel? Y
  (c) If Yes to 7(b), the Licensee certifies that the representations and children's program information provided with respect to its analog channel apply equally with respect to its main digital program stream. Y
    If No to 7(c), submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation. (None Required)
8. (a) 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. 0.00 hours
  (b) 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. §73.671. 0.00 hours
9. (a) 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. §73.673? Y
  (b) Identify publishers who were sent information in 9(a).
The Times, Shreveport, LA Texarkana Gazette, Texarkana, TX Big Sandy/Hawkins Journal, Big Sandy, TX McCurtain Daily Gazette, Idabel, OK Marshall News Messenger, Marshall, Tx Minden Press Herald, Minden, LA TV Guide Tel-Air Publications Travel Host Magazine, Dallas, TX Video Viewing, Inc., Little Rock AR Citizens Tribune, New Boston, TX FYI Television, Arlington, TX Atlanta Citizens Journal, Atlanta, TX Tribune Media
10. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program.
   
Title of Digital Core Program #1 Origin
Jane and the Dragon NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Jane and the Dragon is a coming-of-age story about a middle-class, medieval girl who lives in the Royal Court with her family. As an only child, Jane is raised to be a Lady-in-Waiting but through her determination and a stroke of luck, she ends up being trained as a Knight in the King's Guard. Accompanied by her best friend, a giant green Dragon that lives in her backyard, Jane experiences a series of adventures that test her character and her skills as a young knight in a castle full of friends and foes. Each episode in the show takes us through the problems and challenges Jane encounters and the process she goes through to find the solutions for them.

Title of Digital Core Program #2 Origin
Zula Patrol NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 9:30 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The Zula Patrol is an animated show about six extraterrestrial characters Captain Bula, his copilot Zeeter, Professor Multo, their pet, Gorgo, and their flying dictionaries Wizzy and Wig,who learn key science concepts as they explore the galaxy through space missions. Often, the group encounters the evil Dark Truder and his talking toupee minion, Traxie, and must thwart Truder's poorly planned schemes to take over the universe. Each character exhibits unique abilities and traits that, combined with their new knowledge, helps them problem-solve their way through their journeys. Using an integrated approach to target diverse learning styles, the show communicates its educational messages through narratives and a two-part information segment at the end of each story.

Title of Digital Core Program #3 Origin
3-2-1 Penguins NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
3-2-1 Penguins draws upon characters from two stories and uses both long and short form material involving these characters to provide social-emotional messages to children. The show features two children, Jason and Michelle, whose vacation at their grandmother's cottage ends up being more adventure than they expect when their toy spaceship with four toy Penguins comes to life. The children are sucked into the spaceship, where they meet the now live Penguins and journey through space to solve an inter-galactic disaster threatening the Penguins and their friends. Each story begins with a problem and ends after the children have learned an important social-emotional message through their adventure with the Penguins.

Title of Digital Core Program #4 Origin
Veggie Tales NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 10:30 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Veggie Tales is a show that draws upon characters from stories, which use both long and short form material to provide social-emotional messages to children. Narrated by animated veggies, Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber, the show teaches life lessons through wit and humor. Each episode contains one or two short animated stories that illustrate core values to children in an entertaining way. Stories are interrupted with silly songs, usually sung by Larry the Cucumber, that contain whacky lyrics in a catchy tune. Each episode ends with Bob and Larry reinforcing the lesson learned through the stories.

Title of Digital Core Program #5 Origin
Babar NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 11:00 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Babar is a series about a young elephant who returns to the jungle where he builds the city of Celesteville and is crowned King of the Elephants. A dedicated ruler and family-elephant, Babar experiences many challenges as he journeys through life, and learns to rise above them through strength and optimism. Each episode begins with a look into Babar's present life, primarily in his role as a father who teaches his children the value of people, things and relationships through his own experience from the jungle to the city. Each episode in the show carries with it a social-emotional message that is established at the end of Babar's story.

Title of Digital Core Program #6 Origin
My Friend Rabbit NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturday - 11:30 a.m. 12 1
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
My Friend Rabbit models constructive problem-solving for young children, ages 4-8. In each episode, the story characters find themselves facing a different dilemma that is drawn from a typical childhood experience. Rabbit and Mouse usually lead us through creative problem-solving, which involves tenacity and working in teams. The group may figure out how to make the most of a bad situation, invent toys from everyday objects, solve some of nature's riddles, respect their differences, or take care of others who need a little extra help. The characters specialize in converting a challenge into a social activity filled with optimism, creativity and humor. The series helps children learn to Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â? Ã¢â?¬â?¢Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Â Ã?¢ââ??‰â??¢Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?¢ââ??¬Ã? Ã?Æ?Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¾Ã?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â? Ã¢â?¬â?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦Ã?¡Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?¢ââ??¬Ã?¡Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â? Ã¢â?¬â?¢Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Â Ã?¢ââ??‰â??¢Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?¢ââ??¬Ã?¡Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â? Ã¢â?¬â?¢Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â??Ã?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦Ã?¡Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¬Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?¢ââ??¬Ã?¦Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¡Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â? Ã¢â?¬â?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦Ã?¡Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?¢ââ??¬Ã?¡Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¬Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â? Ã¢â?¬â?¢Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Â Ã?¢ââ??‰â??¢Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â??Ã?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ??¬Ã?¡Ã?â??Ã?¬Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¦Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â? Ã¢â?¬â?¢Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?â??Ã?¢Ã?Æ?Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦Ã?¡Ã?Æ?ââ?¬Å¡Ã?â??Ã?¬Ã?Æ?Ã?â??Ã?¢ââ??¬Ã?¦Ã?Æ?Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦Ã¢â?¬Å?think out of the box" by showing viewers how the characters work together to come up with possible solutions, and persist with new ideas when one solution fails.
Total Times Aired Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
13 1 1
Preemption #1
Date Preempted/Episode # If rescheduled, date and time reschedule Is the rescheduled date the second home?
10-4-08/MFR201 10-4-08/8:30am Y
If rescheduled, were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Y
Reason for Preemption SPORTS

Title of Digital Core Program #7 Origin
Teen Kid News SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Sunday - 7:30 a.m. 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Teen Kid News is the first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children. This program meets the need of children whose sophistication and curiosity about their world is motivated by the information explosion. They have the interest; they have opinions; but they also have a healthy skepticism about adult explanations, which tend to be either condescending, or overly comples. A cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian and Caucasian male and female child actors interact with each other and connect to the viewers.

11. (a) 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 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? Y
  (b) If No, submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation setting forth the number of repeats in excess of the repeat limit and the times and dates the episodes involved were aired. (None Required)
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming
12. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that is specifically designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under, but does not meet one or more elements of the definition of Core Programming. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Complete chart below for each additional such educational and information program.
Title of Digital Non-Core Program #1 Origin
Kid Cast LOCAL
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Monday through Friday - 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. 65 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
1 minutes From To
6 years 12 years
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Y
If Yes, does the Licensee identify each program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? N
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. §73.673? N
Description of Program
"Kid Cast" is a feature of the 5:00 p.m. news Monday through Friday in which children are urged to draw a picture depicting some kind of weather condition, i.e. snow, rain, wind, sunshine, etc. and mail them to the station. Each day one picture is shown and the meteorologist mentions the child's name, age, hometown and the school he or she attends. The objective is to contribute to a child's awareness of weather conditions and the impact weather has on their daily lives.
Date and Time Aired (if preempted and rescheduled)

 

Sponsored Core Programming
13. List Core Programs, if any, aired by other stations that are sponsored by the Licensee and that meet the criteria set forth in 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Also indicate whether the amount of total Core Programming broadcast by another station increased.
[There are no digital sponsored core program broadcast reports.]
[There are no digital sponsored core program detail reports.]
Other Matters
14. Complete the following for each analog and digital program that you plan to air for the next quarter that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program, identifying whether it is to be broadcast on the station's analog or digital channel or both channels.
Title of Planned Core Program #1 Origin
Veggie Tales NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Veggie Tales is a show that draws upon characters from stories, which use both long and short form material to provide social-emotional messages to children. Narrated by animated veggies, Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber, the show teaches life lessons through wit and humor. Each episode contains one or two short animated stories that illustrate core values to children in an entertaining way. Stories are interrupted with silly songs, usually sung by Larry the Cucumber, that contain whacky lyrics in a catchy tune. Each episode ends with Bob and Larry reinforcing the lesson learned through the stories.
Title of Planned Core Program #2 Origin
3-2-1 Penguins NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday - 9:30 a.m. 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
3-2-1 Penguins draws upon characters from two stories and uses both long and short form material involving these characters to provide social-emotional messages to children. The show features two children, Jason and Michelle, whose vacation at their grandmother's cottage ends up being more adventure than they expect when their toy spaceship with four toy Penguins comes to life. The children are sucked into the spaceship, where they meet the now live Penguins and journey through space to solve an inter-galactic disaster threatening the Penguins and their friends. Each story begins with a problem and ends after the children have learned an important social-emotional message through their adventure with the Penguins. This program will air on both the analog and digital channels.
Title of Planned Core Program #3 Origin
Turbo Dogs NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Turbo Dogs is a show about six canine friend's Dash, GT, Clutch, Stinkbert, Strut,and Mags, who have their own distinct characteristics but share a common love of racing cars. The fastest dogs in Racerville, the turbo dogs often compete with one another in races. The dogs each have their own racers, which they maintain regularly, and that are equipped with individual GPS systems to help and guide them. Each story begins with one of the turbo dogs encountering a problem that must be resolved while preparing to compete. Usually, the turbo dog learns his/her lesson through experience and accountability for negative behavior. Social-emotional messages about sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, and fairness developed in the story are emphasized in a separate tag at the end of each episode. This program will air on both the analog and digital channels.
Title of Planned Core Program #4 Origin
Babar NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday - 10:30 a.m. 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
BABAR, based on the books by Laurent de Brunhoff, is an animated show about a young orphaned elephant who finds the strength to rise above the challenges he faces, including the death of his parents, as he journeys through life. Each episode of the show develops a social-emotional message such as taking responsibility, being patient and persistent in hard work, respecting people�s privacy, learning to cope with unforeseen changes, and being honest. These messages emerge from the need to resolve a dilemma that is faced by Babar, one of his friends or family members. BABAR, first appeared on the schedule in 2007, and is returning with new episodes in 2009.
Title of Planned Core Program #5 Origin
THe Zula Patrol NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday - 11:00 a.m. 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
The Zula Patrol is the only 3D/CG animated children's show that focuses on the important curriculum of science and astronomy, The Zula Patrol is an entertaining and educational TV series that combines zesty family entertainment with proven educational elements. With a secondary goal of encouraging core values of non-violence and tolerance, the show encourages whole-family participation and interest in learning about science and astronomy, in a fun, comic style. The Zula Patrol is designed to appeal to children (Pre-Kindergarten-2nd Grade), the target audience for the comical denizens of Zula who, during the course of a typical show, will learn interesting and critical facts about the universe, galaxy, and solar system in which they live.This program will air on both the analog and digital channels.
Title of Planned Core Program #6 Origin
My Friend Rabbit NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturday - 11:30 a.m. 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
4 years 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"My Friend Rabbit" models constructive problem solving for young children, ages 4-8. In each episode, the story characters find themselves facing a different dilemma that is drawn from a typical childhood experience. Rabbit and Mouse usually lead us through creative problem solving, which involves tenacity and working in teams. The group may figure out how to make the most of a bad situation, invent toys from everyday objects, solve some of nature's riddles, respect their differences, or take care of others who need a little extra help. the characters specialize in converting a challenge into a social activity filled with optimism, creativity and humor. By showing viewers how the characters work together to come up with possible solutions, and persist with new ideas when one solution fails, the series helps children learn to think out of the box and figure out innovative solutions to problems in their everyday lives.
Title of Planned Core Program #7 Origin
Teen Kid News SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Sunday - 7:30 a.m. 13
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
Teen Kid News is the first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children. This program meets the need of children whose sophistication and curiosity about their world is motivated by the information explosion. They have the interest; they have opinions; but they also have a healthy skepticism about adult explanations, which tend to be either condescending, or overly comples. A cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian and Caucasian male and female child actors interact with each other and connect to the viewers.This program will air on both the analog and digital channels.

15. 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. §73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? Y
16. Identify the licensee's children's programming liaison.
Name Telephone Number
Chaunte' Robinson (318) 629-6000
Address E-mail Address
3150 North Market St. crobinson@ktalnews.tv
City State ZIP Code
Shreveport LA 71107

17. 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 non-core 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. §73.671, NOTES 2 and 3.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 5:00-5:30 p.m., (1:30) Rick Boone reported that Oil City Elementary is bringing its Environmental Science Program back that was created nine years ago. Thomas Irvin, principal of Oil City stated that he wanted to bring in real life situations that the students could relate to, that their parents were involved, and implemented this into the classroom. The schools also hold some classes outside using t their backyard as a tool for learning. Students at Oil City say they're all for outdoor activities. The Environmental Science Program has seemed to also improve leap test scores. Today the school is at a 92.7 with every fourth grader passing the science portion of the LEAP test, compared to ten years ago when the schools performance score want just 10 points shy of failing. Thursday, January 15, 2009, 10:00-10:30 p.m., (1:00) The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education voted to place Linwood and Linear Middle Schools under stated control. The change goes into effect July 1st. All faculty and staff will lose their jobs, but they will have the option to reapply. Students can remain at the schools or enroll somewhere else. The reaming 8 underperforming schools will be watched closely. Thursday, January 15, 2009, 10:00-10:30 p.m., (:30) Heidi York reported that seventh graders at Benton Middle School learned life saving skills today as part of Life Science class. Students learned how to perform CPA by practicing on dummies as they followed an instructional video. Friday, January 23, 2009, 10:00-10:30 p.m., (:30) Jessica James reported that many parents from Shreveport attended a special orientation to find out how to get money for their childÃ?¢ââ??‰â??¢s education. Many learned about special scholarships that were available from churches, the state government and other organizations like. Tuesday, February 3, 2009, 6:00-6:30 a.m.,(:30) Shelli Briary reported that some Caddo Parish students are getting firsthand knowledge of the real world. Around 20 kids will get a chance to shadow a professional for a day. The kids choose a career of their interest and the Shreveport Rotary Club matches them with the business. Caddo School superintendent Dr. Gerald Dawkins attended one students meet and greet at a law firm today. Friday, February 20, 2009, 6:00-6:30 p.m.,(:30) Amber Miller reported that about 8 million dollars in stimulus cash is estimated for Bossier Parish School District. More money will go to Bossier schools with economically disadvantaged students. BossierÃ?¢ââ??‰â??¢s title one schools get 3.4 million. The other 4.4 million dollars will go toward students with learning disabilities, but the funding will help everyone. Friday, January 9, 2009, 5:00-5:30 p.m., (:30) Rick Boone reported starting February10, 2009, all childrenÃ?¢ââ??‰â??¢s products must not contain more than 600 parts per million total lead. This means that manufactures and importers will have to test for the element in children's toys, clothing, and accessories. Sellers of used children's products won't need to certify the products to meet the new standard, but they can't resell items that exceed the lead limit. Friday, January 9, 2009, 5:00-5:30 pomp ,(:30) Rick Boone reported that over half of teens with a social networking webpage talk about their risky behavior and 24 percent mentioned sexual behaviors , 41 percent referenced to substance use, and 37 percent reported alcohol abuse. Experts say posting this information could attract attention from sexual predators, or jeopardize future employment. Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 10:00-10:30 p.m.,(:30) Heidi York reported that today marks national Amber Alert Awareness Day, reminding Americans that alerts are an important tool in finding abducted children. In Bossier City, Digi Kids helped parents put together child ID kits including fingerprints, and a current picture. Sunday, January 18, 2009, 10:00-10:30 p.m.(:30) Jessica James reported that national childhood obesity rates are on the rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control 14 percent of children between the ages of 2-5 years of age are obese and 17 percent of teen are obese. Some Ark-La-Tex kids are fighting back by participation in a fitness program for children offered by Rock Solid Fitness Center. Wednesday, February 4, 2009, 6:00-6:30 p.m., (:30) Shelli Briary report that children are sending sexy pictures of themselves in their cell phones and they are ending up in the wrong hands. Bossier officers call it sexting. They say kids caught can face serious punishment some states are charging children who send nude pictures with child pornography. Thursday, February 12, 2009, 10:00-10:30 p.m,(:30) Jessica James reported that the site coordinator at the Juvenile Detention Center is correcting an overcrowding problem. According the site coordinator, the facility regularly held more than twice its capacity of 29 beds. As of now, only 24 beds are full thanks to a new program. The average stay at the center was 10 days, now it is four. Snow says that electronic monitoring, behavior classes and alternative schools give kids options other than being behind bars. Saturday, March7, 2009, 10:00-10:30 p.m., ( :30) Jessica James reported that one in five teenagers abuse prescription drugs to get high. She also reported about a new prevention program sponsored by Partnerships for a Drug Free America. Tuesday, March10, 2009, 5:00-5:30 p.m.,(:30) According to the National Center on Family Homelessness 1.5 million children are homeless. Research found that 75% of them live in 11 states. Children living in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Georgia have the greatest risk for homelessness. 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Name of Licensee Signature
Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.
Date
04/06/2009
FCC Form 398
March 2006