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Cheaper by the Dozen

by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr & Ernestine Gilbreth Carey

Prezitation by: Sylvia Zak

The Authors

These two authors were both born in the early 1900's. They both graduated college and went to do different things, Ernestine went on to being in management, while Frank went on to being in the army. They both ended up writing several books, including Cheaper by the Dozen! Sadly, Frank died in 2001. Ernestine is currently living in Reedley, California.

The Main Character

The main character in "Cheaper by the Dozen" is the dad, Frank Gilbreth. One of the physical qualities that he has is a mustache. He loves to wear hats and is always telling his kids how important it is to eat healthy. I think he is in his 40's. Some of the personality traits he has are funny, caring, and hard-working.

The Setting

This book takes place in New Jersey. The Gilbreths are a family of 14, so they live in a big house. They take vacations a lot, so there are many different settings throughout the story.

This is a picture

of the Gilbreth

family.

The Beginning

The Glbreth family is just a happy family in the beginning. There isn't any problems for them that they have to worry about. It's very carefree and is all about having fun for them.

The Middle

In the middle of the story, the Gilbreths become very active. They go on a lot of different trips and have a lot of fun. Some of the kids go to a new school, where dad embaressed the kids in every way possible.

The End

The end was very sad for the Gilbreth family, there was a terrible accident that included one death in the family.

Poem

Cheaper by the Dozen

What if all these kids were my cousins?

It would be crazy,

but we wouldnt be lazy,

If I had twelve cousins.

A Different Ending

"I have great news!" Dad exclaimed. "What?" said mom looking up from dinner, annoying. "We got the right numbers!" Dad said happily. "What numbers, dad?" asked Ernestine. "The lottery! We won!" Dad practically screamed. The kids jumped up. "We're rich!" they all yelled.

My Favorite Part

My favorite part of ‘Cheaper by the Dozen’ is when the family goes to California. In California, they have a lot of fun at Mom's family’s house. I think it was a funny part of the book because the kids have to go to a fancy dinner, but they decide to jump in a sprinkler and get their nice clothes all wet before they go.

Opinion

If I was to rate this book, I would give it five stars. It will make your day, and make you laugh all the way! It is a great book about family and the good times family has. It is sure to put a smile on your face! Go out and read this novel, you will not regret it!

Character Qualities

The mom, Lillie Gilbreth is another one of the main characters. She is married to Frank Gilbreth and the mother of twelve kids. She is about the same age as Frank. (In 30's or 40's) She is very caring and protective with her children. She grew up in California with a big family and thats what she loves more then anything.

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