This document outlines a lesson plan where students will read and analyze characters from the play A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry. Students will break into small groups to discuss the characters after individually reading the play. Each student will then write a 500 word essay analyzing a character and present their analysis in a group powerpoint presentation to the class, who will discuss each character analysis. The teacher will review MLA format and essay writing techniques before students draft and peer review their essays. Students will use databases to research their characters and will present and discuss their differing perspectives on the play's characters.