Kids Color Our World: Sunday, March 14th

Check out some local artwork in the slideshow below, and watch for more "Kids Color Our World" artwork each Sunday morning on Channel 3 News Today beginning at 9am!

This week's featured artists are...

Avery, 7th Grade, Keystone Middle School, LaGrange

Lakesha, 5th Grade, Wilcox Elementary in North Ridgeville

Margo, 5th Grade, St. Columbkille School in Parma

Natalie, 1st Grade, Pearl Rd. Elementary in Parma

To check out the Kalahari Resorts website... CLICK HERE

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, March 13th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday, we highlight a couple of children's books to stress the importance of literacy.

Our books this week come to us from the New York Times Best Seller list. First up is the number one book on the New York Time's Best Seller list for children's books, and it's called "The Easter Egg" by Jan Brett. This book is about caring and also spring time. Jan Brett has many other wonderful books.

Next is "The Lion and The Mouse" illustrated by Jerry Pinkney. It contains very few words, but it's the illustrations that will tell the story of kindness. It is fourth on the New York Times Best Seller list.

You can see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories, along with some of the great things that local schools are doing to help Haiti on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, March 6th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday, we highlight a couple of children's books to stress the importance of literacy. This week marked what would have been Dr. Seuss's 106th birthday, and in honor of his birthday we chose some of his classic books.

The first is "The Cat In The Hat". With his red and white stove top hat and "thing one and thing two," this book is an instant family favorite.

Next is the "Lorax", a story about the plight of the environment and the Lorax, a character who speaks for the tress against the greedy onceler.

You can see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories, along with some of the great things that local schools are doing to help Haiti on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Ch. 3 News Today live stream & web chat begins at 9am!

Good morning from the WKYC newsroom!

Each Saturday and Sunday morning, you can watch Channel 3 News Today Weekend streaming live from the WKYC Studios and chat live with anchor Kim Wheeler, meteorologist Bruce Kalinowski, the crew, and with other viewers during the show right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend blog.

Here is a preview of this morning's show from producer Caitlin Kollar...



Join us live on WKYC and online at wkyc.com beginning at 9am!

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, February 27th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday, we highlight a couple of children's books to stress the importance of literacy. In today's Bookworm Buzz we are focusing on author Denise Fleming.

Our first book is her newest, "Buster Goes To Cowboy Camp." It's a fun books with great illustrations.

Next is one that you may have seen before, and it's called, "In The Tall, Tall Grass."

We wanted to feature children's author Denise Fleming because she will be speaking Monday at the Cleveland Museum of Art. The conference for early childhood educators runs from 8:30 - 11:30am. To register, call 216-707-2182.

You can see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories, along with some of the great things that local schools are doing to help Haiti on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Ch. 3 News Today live stream & web chat begins at 9am!

Good morning from the WKYC newsroom!

Each Saturday and Sunday morning, you can watch Channel 3 News Today Weekend streaming live from the WKYC Studios and chat live with anchor Kim Wheeler, meteorologist Bruce Kalinowski, the crew, and with other viewers during the show right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend blog.

Here is a preview of this morning's show from producer Caitlin Kollar...



Join us live on WKYC and online at wkyc.com beginning at 9am!

Kids Color Our World: Sunday, February 21st

Check out some local artwork in the slideshow below, and watch for more "Kids Color Our World" artwork each Sunday morning on Channel 3 News Today beginning at 9am!




This week's featured artists are...

Clare, a 5th grader at St. Columbkille in Parma

Hannah, a 4th grader at Wilcox Elementary in North Ridgeville

Rebecca, a 7th grader at Keystone in LaGrange

Steven, a 7th grader at St. John Nepomucene in Cleveland

To check out the Kalahari Resorts website... CLICK HERE

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, February 20th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday, we highlight a couple of children's books to stress the importance of literacy. Here are a few more suggestions from Kim's Facebook friends.

First from John: "Duck! Rabbit" by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Your little ones can debate whether it's a duck or a rabbit. A fun optical illusion for kids.

Next from Patti, "The Relatives Came" by Cynthia Rylant. It's the story of what happens when family comes to visit over the summer.

And from Trish, a classic, 'Are You My Mother" by P.D. Eastman. It's about a confused baby bird.

You can see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories, along with some of the great things that local schools are doing to help Haiti on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, February 13th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

In honor of the new movie, Percy Jackson and The Olympians that came out yesterday.

Here are a few books from the series. The first book is "The Lightening Thief " by Rick Roirdan. This is a great way to get your child started on this series. It's about a boy hero and greek mythology.

Next in the series is "The Sea of Monsters"

And then finally, "The Titan's Curse", which is book three in the series. There are five books in all.

You can see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories, along with some of the great things that local are doing on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, February 6th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday, we highlight a couple of children's books to stress the importance of literacy. This week, Kim reached out to her Facebook friends for suggestions.

First, thanks to Dan Moulthrip from WCPN, a great radio station. He suggests "Chicken and Cat" by Sara Varon. It's about a country cat and a city chicken.

Dan says his kids also love "Pinkaliscious by Victoria and Elizabeth Kann.

And thanks to Tiffeni for this one: It's called "The Dot" by Peter H. Reynolds. She says it teaches children that whatever they draw has beauty.

You can see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, January 30th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday, we highlight a couple of children's books to stress the importance of literacy.

While Kim was at Applewood Elementary in Brunswick recently, the students shared some of their favorite books with her. The theme was being kind to others and not bullying each other.

First, is "Recess Queen" by Alexis O'Neill. This is about a playground bully, who is a girl, but there is a happy ending.

Next is "Carla's Sandwich" by Debbie Herman. It's about a little girl who gets teased at lunch because of her unusual sandwiches. It teaches respect and tolerance.

And finally for the younger kids, "Chrysanthemum" by Kevin Henkes. The main character is teased about her name, but ends up with a good dose of self esteem.

You can see some behind the scenes photos of Kim's visit to Applewood Elementary, and see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, January 23rd

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday, we highlight a couple of children's books to stress the importance of literacy.

Today, our choices come from USA Today and some recent reviews they did of some new books. The theme is winter.

First, is "Carl's Snowy Afternoon" by Alexandra Day. Many of you will recognize the rottweiler, Carl in this book. This is the 12th book in the series. This book is for 4 to 8 year olds.

Another new book is "The Story of Snow, The Science of Winter's Wonder" by Mark Cassino. It's a book about snow crystals and how detailed they are. It also provides a fun, science lesson.

To see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, January 16th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday to stress the importance of literacy, and we highlight a couple of children's books.

First up this week, is one of Kim's favorites, "Thank Yu, Dr. King" by Robin Reid. It features the lovable character, Little Bill. It's also great for a craft idea too that you can do at home.

Next is a book to help explain the reason behind the MLK holiday, and it's a book called "What Is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day" by Margaret Friskey.

To see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, January 9th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Each Saturday to stress the importance of literacy, and we highlight a couple of children's books. This week's recommendations come from the organization, "Cleveland Reads" which believes in families reading together.

Looking ahead to Martin Luther King Day, they suggest "The Story of Ruby Bridges" by Robert Coles.

Next, looking ahead to Valentine's Day, they have suggested "Somebody Loves You Mr. Hatch" by Eileen Spinelli.

Thanks to "Clevleand Reads" for those suggestions this morning.

To see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Terminal Tower Part II

Today's question comes to us from Stephen Bir, General Manager of the Terminal Tower, who asks us, "How many windows are there in the Terminal Tower?"

CLICK HERE to see the choices and take a guess.

The answer was D. The Terminal Tower has 2,200 windows, and all of them have been replaced during the renovation project.

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, Dec. 26th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

Our first featured book this morning is called "The Magical Snowman" by Catherine Walter. It's for ages 4 to 8. and it's about a little rabbit who builds a snowman and then gets lost looking for berries. The snowman helps him find his way back home. The pictures are covered in glitter, making it look even more magical.


Next up, with snow heading our way tomorrow, how about "The Heart of a Snowman" by Eugene Yelchin. It's about a little boy who builds his very best snowman only to see it melt. He does, however, end up finding a way to make it last forever.

To see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Director Matt Edition

Today's question comes to us from Channel 3's Director Matt, who asks us, "How many buttons are on the WKYC production switcher?"

A. 624
B. 856
C. 922
D. 1173

CLICK HERE to see the choices and take a guess.

The answer was D. 1173 and yes, we did check with the WKYC accounting department for accuracy (kidding). Here's a look at our switcher and the many buttons used to bring you each newscast.


Tune in each Saturday and Sunday for trivia questions from and about the staff of the WKYC newsroom.

Behind The Scenes: Channel 3 News Today

Meteorologist Bruce Kalinowski gives the forecast and then joins Greg Willey of the Frienship APL with some kittens looking for a home. Camera man Brian Behler gets the action for the viewers at home to see.

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: El Edwards Edition

Today's question comes to us from Channel 3 News editor and deko guru El Edwards, who asks us, "Which company did I record a famous phrase for?"

A. AOL
B. Ford
C. McDonald's
D. Aflac

CLICK HERE to see the choices and take a guess.

The answer is A. AOL
El is the voice of AOL. His phrases "Welcome, you've got mail!" "File's Done" and "Good-bye" are recognized all over the world.

Tune in each Saturday and Sunday for trivia questions from and about the staff of the WKYC newsroom.

Weekend Morning Trivia: El Edwards Edition

Today's question comes to us from Channel 3 News editor and deko guru El Edwards, who asks us, "Which company did I record a famous phrase for?"

A. AOL
B. Ford
C. McDonald's
D. Aflac

CLICK HERE to see the choices and take a guess.

Tune in each Saturday and Sunday for trivia questions from and about the staff of the WKYC newsroom.

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, Dec. 19th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

There are two great books that combine nature, wildlife and snow. They are books filled with beautiful photos and are favorites in Kim's house.

First, is "Stranger In The Woods" by Carl Sams and Jean Stoick. It's a book full of color photos of animals that you find in the woods, and a snowman that is the center of attention.

The second book, by the same authors, is "First Snow in the Woods". It's called a photographic fantasy, and it really is. It might even inspire you and your kids to take a hike in the woods.

To see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com