In compliance with the Children’s Television regulations that became effective January 2, 1997, the programs listed below each have educational objectives that are central to the program content and appropriate to a specific age group.  In addition, each of these programs features an E/I on-air icon indicating that the program is “educational and informational” for children.  This icon is displayed at the beginning of each broadcast.  Also, in compliance with the regulations, documentation to support this is available in the stations’ public inspection file.  It may be viewed during normal business hours, Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-5:30PM. KECI-TV is located at 340 West Main, Missoula, Montana. KCFW is located at 401 First Avenue East, Kalispell, Montana. KTVM’s offices are at 201 South Wallace, Suite A-5 in Bozeman and 750 Dewey Boulevard in Butte, Montana.

SATURDAYS
8-8:30AM TURBO DOGS Targets children ages 6-10
Adapted from the series of popular children's books by Bob Kolar, "Turbo Dogs" is a new 3D animated series set in Racerville, a town filled with dogs that are wild about racing. Each week, the canines encounter situations that require them to think through the "rules of the road"-issues that challenge the racers (and the television audience) to work hard, believe in themselves, play fair, and respect and get along with others.

8:30-9AM SHELLDON Targets children ages 6-10
This vibrant and amusing animated series follows the adventures of Shelldon, a Yoka Star Shell, and his lively sea-creature friends on their underwater exploits. Set in the idyllic coral reef community called Shell Land, SHELLDON'S inhabitants include: "Herman" the Hermit crab, "Connie" the Cowry shell, Shelldon's adopted family of Fluted Giant Clams, including his young twin siblings, "Click" and "Clack" and a host of other colorful sea characters.

9-9:30AM MAGIC SCHOOL BUS Targets children ages 6-10
Based on the Scholastic award-winning book series, this classic show stars Ms. Frizzle (with the voice of Lily Tomlin) and her famous Magic School Bus as she takes viewers on exciting experiences that open their eyes to the wonders of scientific discovery.


9:30-10AM BABAR Targets children ages 6-10
"Babar" is an animated series based on the classic books by Jean and Laurent de Brunhoff. The heartwarming stories and artwork have gained worldwide popularity and have been beloved by fans for 75 years. "Babar" is about a young orphaned elephant that goes to live in the big city to learn about the ways of people. He finds the strength to rise above numerous challenges and returns to the jungle where he builds the city of Celesteville and is crowned king of the elephants. Each episode communicates social-emotional messages.

10-10:30AM WILLA’S WILD LIFE Targets children ages 6-10
"Willa's Wild Life" is an enchanting series about a little girl's unique home life that is sure to keep you in stitches and warm your heart. Willa's Wild Life follows the adventures of Willa, an unforgettable little girl who finds herself in comic predicaments. But thanks to her loving and patient father, and her entire extended family of personality rich zoo animals, Willa manages to overcome her obstacles, learn a little something, and have a great time along the way.

10:30-11AM PEARLIE Targets children ages 6-10
"Pearlie" is an animated urban fairy comedy for kids based on the best-selling book by Australian author Wendy Hammer. Pearlie has been assigned to take care of Jubilee Park, and she and her friends make sure everything runs smoothly. The series focuses on the key issues of problem solving and cooperation as kids will see the fun and inventive way Pearlie approaches every park adventure.

11-11:30AM TEEN KIDS NEWS Targets children ages 13-16
This weekly newscast is provided by and for kids. It is delivered in a manner that is compelling as well as highly entertaining. The focus of the program is young people, allowing them to tell the stories in their own words. The large, diverse news team is made up of child “journalists” reporting from a professional news set and from the field on stories of interest and with educational value to the show’s young audience. This program serves to make a real difference in the lives of its audience, inserting the clear voice of the child into an adult-dominated media, providing a unique perspective to the news.

11:30AM-12PM MAD ABOUT… Targets children ages 13-16
“Mad About...” uses the technique of sketch comedy, music videos, animation and kid-on-the-street interviews to teach, entertain and inspire teens to make quality life decisions. The diverse and dynamic cast of young people who make up the “Mad About...” cast combine their natural curiosity with their enthusiasm to inform teens and their families about society's most important issues and life skills. “Mad About...” provides CORE programming in the area of Financial Literacy, Nutrition, Earth Science, Ecology, Health, Life Skills and Fitness that tie to state and national education standards. The show explores being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The show's characters find out about healthy snacks and proper exercise through sketch comedy segments. Music videos teach financial literacy and the importance of family budgeting. Animation reinforces concepts of cyber bully prevention.