Classic Chapters discussion

Marmee—the girls’ mother

Meg March—the oldest of the girls; responsible, humble, and kind

Jo March—the second oldest girl; boyish, dramatic, strong-willed, wants to be a writer

Beth March—the third oldest girl; quiet, sensitive, peaceful, musical

Amy March—the youngest girl; artistic, sometimes puts on airs

Hannah—the family’s servant, an older woman

Teddy Laurence (Laurie)—a boy who is their neighbor and friend

Mr. Laurence—Laurie’s grandfather, somewhat gruff but has a good heart

Aunt March—the girls’ elderly aunt, whom Jo looks after

John Brooke—Laurie’s tutor, poor but kind and honorable

Sallie Gardiner—Meg’s wealthy and “fashionable” friend

Daisy and Demi Brooke—Meg and John’s twin children

Fred Vaughn—one of Laurie’s friends; rich and fun-loving, meets Amy in Europe

Friedrich Bhaer—a German professor whom Jo meets in New York; warmhearted, loves children and books