In what ways would the Alcott family relate to your own?

In what ways would the Alcott family relate to your own? Compare and Contrast your ideas, family dynamics and relationships with the Alcott's. Since Edens Outcasts is more of a relationship between a father and daughter, maybe relate it to your child, sibling or parent. Selecting a single aspect of the Alcott's live such as Education or child rearing for your comparison with own family.