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What’s on Sky Angel’s Family Channels?

Sky Angel has a wide variety of family-friendly programming in addition to its faith channels line-up.  We hand picked the best family entertainment, news, and educational channels that mainstream television has to offer.  We’re sure you’ll be pleased with the quality of entertainment available - offering your family a wholesome entertainment alternative.  Take a look below to see what type of programs you’ll find on Sky Angel’s Family channels. 

(Please note that specific program examples given below are subject to change and may not be available at any given time.)

Family Entertainment
Hallmark Channel will keep you entertained around the clock; programming includes family dramas such as “The Walton’s” and “Little House on the Prairie” along with Hallmark original movies.   
 
Looking for a good movie to watch? Tune in to Hallmark Movie Channel any time of the day or night for movies that keep you engaged and entertained.

Your family is sure to love Animal Planet’s array of pet loving programs including, “Underdog the Wonderdog” where each week one stray underdog is turned into a wonderdog with the help of the Doggie Wonder Team!

Kids
Discovery Kids is the only 24-hour, real-world entertainment destination that’s just for kids, challenging them to explore their world by providing high-quality, educational entertainment. From action and adventure to animals and exploration, Discovery Kids satisfies kids' curious minds and helps them explore the wonders of their great, big world. Watch fun and educational programs such as “Bindi the Jungle Girl,” “Trading Spaces: Boys vs. Girls” and “Kenny the Shark.”
Educational & Documentary
Explore this wonderful world through the Discovery Channel, with programs such as “MythBusters,” the popular series that uses science to determine the truth behind urban legends and “Dirty Jobs,” which provides an unflinching look at the unsung American worker and the unusual but vital vocations that must be done. Also join MIT scientist Jeff Lieberman and the Time Warp team as they use high-speed photography to capture natural – and not so natural events and turn them into things of beauty and learning. 
 
You don’t necessarily need to be an animal lover to be entertainingly educated by the programming on Animal Planet with shows like “The Planet’s Funniest Animals,” offering a sneak peek into the hilarious lives of our feathery, furry and scaly animal friends. “Amazing Animal Videos,” a clip show that explores the fascinating natural and not-so-natural behavior of animals. And what comes out when the sun goes down?  Experience the wonder of nocturnal nature and all it’s animal activity on “Night.”
News & Information
Stay up to date on the news of the day with Fox News Channel, a 24-hour news network devoted to delivering fair and balanced coverage of current events. Plus, each night watch popular shows such as “Hannity & Colmes,” “The O’Reilly Factor” and “Special Report with Brit Hume” taking an in-depth look at the day’s events and feature newsmaker interviews. 
 
For news with a business angle, check out Fox News Channel’s new sister network, Fox Business Network – the network that’s not about every tick in the market but about demystifying the market and bringing everyday success to main street. Featured shows include “The Cost of Freedom,” a weekly business wrap-up; “Cavuto,” hosted by Neil Cavuto; and “The Dave Ramsey Show,” where cash is king and the financial advice is on the money.  
 
Let The Weather Channels staff of more than 120 expert meteorologists provide you with in-depth analysis and 24-hour tracking of national and international weather conditions throughout each day. Plus catch gripping programming such as “Storm Stories,” “100 Biggest Weather Moments” (hosted by Harry Connick, Jr.) and “Full Force Nature.”

Military Channel and Pentagon Channel keep you along side of what’s happening with America’s armed forces. Military Channel features real-world stories of heroism, military strategy, and historical turning points in armed conflicts, while Pentagon Channel carries military news and information and the lastest in physical conditioning through programs like “Around the Services,” “The American Veteran,” and “Fit for Duty” which takes viewers through a high-energy 30-minute cardio workout led by service members.

 In addition, NASA TV features documentaries, archival programming and real-time coverage of NASA missions and activities to keep you informed about the U.S. space program. NASA TV is a great educational resource for homeschoolers!
Home & Lifestyle

Tune in to Planet Green and see how to turn a messy house into a masterpiece with “Clean Sweep,” then venture outside the home to give its exterior a facelift with the “Garden Police.” Plus, learn the latest trend in “buy-sell” house renovation known as “house flipping” with “Flip That House,” plan an unforgettable celebration with “Party Girl” and then stage an equally memorable dinner party with “Dinner Takes All.” 

The ION Life network is dedicated to promoting active lifestyles, personal growth, and wellness.

BlueHighways TV offers a window into the experiences, music, neighborhoods, art, festivals and celebrations that, interwoven together, define America’s vivid culture and character. This unique channel’s schedule includes programs such as, “America’s Back Roads,” “Old Country Church,” “Branson Jam,” and even the “U.S. Farm Report.” 

Shop from home to your heart’s content with the 24-hour home shopping channel QVC.  From fashion, beauty, jewelry, and home products to electronics, toys, sports and leisure items, QVC has everything you want on one great channel. 

Sports & Nature

For all you sports fans out there, Sky Angel delivers all the action with three great networks. View over 200 football games and catch “NFL Replay” on The NFL Network. On CBS College Sports, watch over 130 live basketball games and never miss a beat with “College Sports Tonight”. With The Tennis Channel, you’ve met your match; The Masters Series, The Champions Series, and “Open Access,” which takes you behind the scenes when the players are off the court, are all included in this 24/7 tennis channel.  

If being outdoors in nature is more your speed, then The Sportsman Channel’s 24/7 fishing and hunting network will fill your plate.  Catch shows like, “Hunting with the Pros,” “Reel Outdoors with Christ Bailey,” and “HuntFishCook.” And the Outdoor Channel, founded by outdoorsman for outdoorsman, features programming  that appeals to “traditional sportsman” of all ages with a focus on activities that the entire family can enjoy in the great outdoors.


Click here for Sky Angel’s Faith and Family channel lineups.
 

Programs and channels subject to change without notice.
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