Little Men

by Louisa May Alcott is a continuation in the life of Jo March (now Mrs. Bhaer.) You'll read this book much more than one time. Before reading Little Men, you should read Little Women.

The Wind Blows Free

by Loula Grace Erdman is about a family who goes to live in Panhandle, Texas. In order, the children are:
Melinda~15
Bert~11
Dick~11
Katie~8 and
Carolyn~4

The Wind Blows Free would make an absolutely wonderful read-aloud.