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What's the difference between seasonal allergies and seasonal colds? Learn about one of the most common seasonal allergies, ragweed, through a brief yet informative video as part of the Seasonal Science series. Understand why ragweed is so prevalent, how it competes for habitats, the symptoms of this allergy, and more.
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Instructional Ideas
- Graph the ragweed rates in your area over time
- Invite an allergist to class to discuss allergies and treatment options
Classroom Considerations
- Video is only available for streaming
Pros
- Engaging illustrations and high contrast text help maintain viewer focus
- Connects science to daily life
Cons
- Description on the resource is unrelated to the video content