Hello, students, teachers and parents!
I’m sure you’re all working hard in the classroom, and as we all know, Christmas break is just around the corner.
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With that in mind, KSAT Kids has an early Christmas gift: KSAT is proud to have teamed up with the San Antonio Zoo to introduce viewers to Omeo and Libby, two tree kangaroos -- via a new KANGAROO CAM! It’s a 24-hour-a-day livestream of their tree kangaroo habitat. Click below to start watching!
WATCH: Live look inside the tree kangaroo habitat at San Antonio Zoo
For the month of December KSAT Kids has some amazing content online. Our meteorologists have gone ice skating at the new Rotary Ice Rink at Travis Park, have gone across South Texas in search of local history, and even showed off their thermometer-making skills. We’re also continuing to cover more and more students’ accolades as they get sent in. (Please let us know at bspicer@ksat.com.)
For those looking for activities, we’ve also got loads of fun Christmas content. And be on the look out for Max Massey’s segment on how to eat healthy during the holidays!
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Here’s what can be found on KSAT Kids for Thursday, December 12:
Science
Weather 101: Why do clouds form at different heights of the atmosphere?
In this edition of “Just ask Justin”, Meteorologist Justin Horne answers Mia’s question, “Why do clouds form at different heights of the atmosphere?”
VIDEO: What is freezing rain? How does it form?
KSAT 12 Meteorologist Sarah Spivey explains what freezing rain is, how it forms and why we get it. To view the video, click above.
Sarah Spivey explains to kids what fog is and exactly how we get it. To play the video, click on the link above.
History
Throwback Thursday: University Health’s history dates back to 1917
Since 1917, the University Health System has stood as a beacon of the medical community across San Antonio and South Texas. The Robert B. Green Memorial Hospital was University Health’s first location. Here’s a look at University Health’s history and the building, which still stands today, and was named after a county judge and former state senator.
Unique Texas town names: How did Natalia get its name?
Meteorologist Justin Horne has long been searching for the meaning behind area town names. This time, he has discovered that several towns across South Texas were misspelled. One of those towns is Natalia. In this case, it was one vowel that changed everything. Passed by I-35, Natalia is older now, but its story is far from over. To view the video, click above.
A look back at the role a local engineer played in the Apollo 11 mission
When it comes to the Apollo 11 mission, you may not recognize the name Paul Penrod. But the San Antonio native and engineer at NASA was part of a group of thousands who worked tirelessly to get a man on the moon in 1969. To read his story and view the video, click on the link above.
Seasonal
Community gallery: Photos with Santa
Who doesn’t enjoy a good photo with Santa? We want to see your fun Santa pictures. We’d love to see some pictures with you and the big guy, either from this year or from previous years. Upload them into our community gallery, and we may use them on air.
Here's some additional content you might enjoy:
KSAT KIDS AT THE CATTLE DRIVE
The rodeo is right around the corner. Clear your calendar and plan to bring the entire family to KSAT Korral - KSAT’s Western Heritage Parade and Cattle Drive Viewing Party, scheduled for Saturday, February 1, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at The Pavilion by Hilton.
Watch the parade pass right in front of the party location, experience a cowboy chuckwagon breakfest with Purgatory Provisions, dance two-step to the music of the youth DJ team from The AM Project, ride a mechanical bull, and so much more! Stay tuned to KSAT12 and KSAT.com for full details, pricing, and ticket purchase information. Join your KSAT family as we celebrate our historic Texas roots and get ready for the 2020 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. Hope to see y’all there…
Student showcase
Canyon High School freshman wins holiday card contest
A freshman art student at Canyon High School won an annual holiday card contest. Kate Albright was selected as the winner of the Education Service Center Region 20 competition. Her design was done using pencil, ink, watercolor and gold marker. The ESC Region 20 competition covers 88 school districts across 19 counties. Albright was told the news during class and received a gift card, a set of holiday cards, and a poster featuring her design.
Do you know a classroom or school that is doing amazing work and deserves to be featured in KSAT Kids? Nominate a student, teacher or school by emailing ksatkids@ksat.com.