This Searching For The American Dream lesson plan also includes:
- Harlem (Dream Deferred) Theme of Transience
- Writing Organizers
- A Raisin in the Sun Quiz
- A Raisin in the Sun
- A Raisin in the Sun: Literature Study Guide
- A Raisin in the Sun Resources
- Langston Hughes Resources
- American Literature Resources
- Literary Drama Resources
- 20th Century Poetry Resources
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A reading of Langston Hughes' poem "Harlem" launches the first lesson in a study of Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun. After reading the poem and examining the title and book cover of the play, individuals craft an essay in which they predict how the play will unfold.
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- Ask class members to journal about something they wanted but were not able to achieve, focusing on their feelings about not being able to realize the dream
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- Requires access to computers with internet access
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- Includes links to additional resources focusing on the American Dream and the play
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