Family TV Round-Up: 'Jonas' No Longer, Disney Junior and More

Welcome to the Family TV Round-Up, a recap of all kid-friendly programming across the television universe. We sum up all of the news related to children's programming, as well as profile the people and shows that your kids, tweens and teens are talking about.

A plethora of Disney related news this week, starting with the end of the 'Jonas' franchise on Disney Channel. After two years of 'Jonas' and 'Jonas L.A.,' the show has been canceled. In a statement the network said they were looking forward to working with the brothers on future projects.

'Jonas' ran on Disney Channel in two different forms. The first season focused on the brothers' time at their private high school on the East Coast and could be considered a broad comedy. The second season, 'Jonas L.A.,' moved the boys and their young lady friends to the West Coast for the summer. With new writers and showrunners this version took on a more down-to-earth tone as it focused on the trio's romantic relationships.

Since 'Jonas L.A.' wrapped the boys have been busy. Particularly Joe Jonas, who has appeared in episodes of 'Hot in Cleveland' and '90210.' They are finishing up a 40-city tour and are about to embark on a new album. No word what new project Disney Channel and the band will be working on.

In other Disney news...

Come February, Disney Junior will replace the Playhouse Disney block of programming across all its media platforms. Focus on the programs will diverge from the main education-based curriculum that its been using for years to one that focuses on social values and age appropriate behavior. This is in preparation for the launch of the 24/7 Disney Junior cable network, which will replace SoapNet in 2012. Look for the lineup of new Disney Junior shows in a future column.

Both Disney Channel and DisneyXD are offering up new animated series. For Disney Channel, it's 'Take Two With Phineas and Ferb.' Similar to the concept of 'Space Ghost: Coast to Coast,' the short-form series will have the brothers interviewing real-life celebrities like Jack Black and Seth Rogen. The series will premiere on Dec. 3 between 9 and 9:15AM.

Anticipating big box office numbers for December's release of 'Tron:Legacy,' DisneyXD has given the green light for a new 'Tron' animated series: 'Tron:Uprising.' Set to premiere in the summer of 2012, the series will feature the voice talent of Elijah Wood, Mandy Moore, Paul Rubens and, reprising his role as Tron, Bruce Boxleitner.

Last week's premiere of the new Disney Channel series 'Shake It Up!' became the network's second most watched debut. Airing after a one-hour 'Hannah Montana Forever,' the series brought in 6.2 million total viewers. 'Hannah Montana' also fared well with a total of 7.1 million viewers, making it highest for the season and the most watched episode in three years.

News for fans of Playhouse Disney's 'Imagination Movers.' The band is launching their 'In A Big Warehouse Tour' in February of next year and will probably end up in a venue near you. More information on tickets and locations can be found at the band's website. In the meantime, the band is filming a third season of their 'Imagination Movers' television series as well as a concert special.

Finally, 'Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam' has been nominated for a People's Choice Award. It's up for the Favorite Family TV Movie and is going against 'Starstruck,' 'Revenge of the Bridesmaids' and 'iCarly: iPsycho.' Fans can vote for the movie at the People's Choice website.

In other news...

Thanksgiving weekend will be full of premieres on all the major kid cable outlets. One of these will be the newest incarnation of 'G.I. Joe' titled 'G.I. Joe Renegades.' The HUB will premiere two new episodes of the series on Fri., Nov.26 at 5 and 5:30PM. After that it will settle into its regular Friday, 5 p.m. time slot.

The next topic to be discussed on 'Nick News With Linda Ellerbee' is alcoholism. In a new half-hour special to premiere on Nov. 14 at 9PM, five kids will share what its live to live in a home with an alcoholic parent.

The second annual TeenNick HALO Awards will air on December 10. Short for Helping And Leading Others, the HALO awards will celebrate four teens for their philanthropic efforts. The show will be hosted by TeenNick Chairman Nick Cannon and air from 8 to 9PM will an immediate rerun on Nick at Nite.

Cartoon Network's 'Total Drama World Tour' ends its season on Monday. The third season finale will air at 9PM.