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Grade 3: Social Studies Academic Standards

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3.1.3 Describe the historical significance of the symbols of Oklahoma including the Oklahoma State Seal and the Oklahoma Flag; explain how the name of Oklahoma is derived from the Choctaw language.

Oklahoma Symbols list
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Dianna Everett, "State Emblems"
Tobie Cunningham, "Scissor-tailed Flycatcher"
Melissa Vincent, "Indian Blanket"

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"State Emblems," (vertical file, OHS)

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"The State Seal of Oklahoma," Newspapers in Education, NewsOK
"Origin of 'Oklahoma,'" State Symbols USA

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