Little Men: Life at Plumfield with Jo's Boys

A rainy spring afternoon finds a stray boy, Nat, standing before the lively gates of Plumfield, a warm and bustling farmhouse that feels more like a community than a home. Inside, the house hums with the chatter of boys of every age, music from a practicing flute, and the clatter of games that spill from the hall onto the stairways. The generous hostess and her attentive staff greet newcomers with kindness, offering a place to rest and a chance to join in the spirited daily life.

As Nat explores the bustling rooms—classrooms filled with maps and books, a kitchen laden with fresh milk and gingerbread, and a hallway alive with tag and marbles—he encounters Tommy, a quick‑witted boy who immediately pulls him into the fun. The scene sets the tone for a season of friendship, learning, and gentle guidance, where each child discovers his own strengths under the watchful eye of a caring mentor.