: Despite the rigid structure, the story is a heartwarming look at the deep bond between the 12 siblings and their parents.
: Frank used his children as "guinea pigs" for his theories, teaching them Morse code and even filming them performing household chores to find the quickest methods. Cheaper by the Dozen
: The children used a formal council to vote on family decisions, though the father often used his authority to sway the results. : Despite the rigid structure, the story is