Chokma Spring 2023

5. The profession of documenting and presenting news and current events.
8. A style of writing, which offers emotional honesty and reflection, noted for a sense of rhythm and beat.
13. Chickasaw word for blessings.
14. An acronym for a self-contained ration used by the United States Armed Forces and Department of Defense.
15. A Chickasaw card game where players compete to lose their hand of card.
16. A line in a poem.
18. Chickasaw word for bear.
19. A connection shared between people.
20. Protective care of a person.
22. The Chickasaw word for wild.
24. A meeting where people engage in discussions and activites on a particular subject, like PAX tools.
25. The script for a movie or play.
27. A wild animal from Africa, noted for its incredible height.
28. A flying insect, noted for its itchy bitemarks.
30. The art of making movies.
32. A state of being in a family.
33. The largest existing land mammal.
34. The Chickasaw word for skip.
35. A glass building, which houses plant to keep them warm during the winter.

1. The use of earthworms in decayed organic matter.
2. The Chickasaw name meaning “The Sharing Garden.”
3. An area of science focused on how food can help with growth and health.
4. A dentistry device used to clean teeth.
6. A medical profession, someone who cares specifically for animals.
7. Chickasaw word for elephant.
9. A medical profession, someone who specializes in the care and treatment of eyes.
10. School in Achille, Indian Territory where Governor Douglas Johnston was superintendent.
11. A PAX tool that involves writing names on popsicle sticks to determine responsibilities.
12. Famous First American associated with western lore who helped develop a well known trail.
17. The scientific study of insects.
21. The present-day town where the Chisholm homestead is located.
23. Chickasaw word for turtle.
26. Chickasaw word for big cat.
29. An occupation, people who help others with disadvantages and promote societal connection.
31. A celebrated vegetable found in early spring.