The project is estimated to take five years. No words are being deleted, however a new pronunciation guide will be added eliminating the Swanton symbols. While this work is being done, the original dictionary will continue to be available. Developed by the Choctaw Nation for use by families and teachers. Currently being used in schools and pre-schools in Oklahoma.
Lessons cover animal names, colors, seasons, and feelings.
An excellent way to start your child on the road to learning about the Choctaw language. Charley Jones, respected elder of the Choctaw Nation gives you a beautiful sample of the Choctaw language. Complete with pronunciation guide, Charley tells you how to say 50 general conversational phrases from everyday greetings, numbers, helpful phrases when you're hungry or thirsty and if you get lost in Choctaw country. Weather phrases and asking directions is also covered. These are the stories that taught and instructed the Choctaw people on those cold winter nights during the cold time.