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Little House on the Prairie — Season 5
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48mAs Long as We're Together (1)Hard times led the Ingall family to relocate, drawing them nearer to Mary. She was now teaching at the school for the blind. They settled in a new location to be closer to her, where she assisted in instructing the younger students. Laura discovered a young orphan, Albert, attempting to steal from their hotel. Charles befriended the boy and extended an invitation for him to join them at Mary’s birthday celebration.Sep 10, 19787.0Sep 10, 197848m7.002
48mAs Long as We're Together (2)Charles went so far as to sell his fiddle, just to buy Mary a present. At the party, Mary returned Pa’s fiddle to him. Laura gave Mary a card, and Mary beamed with pride at Laura's having written the letter in braille. A wave of emotion swept through nearly everyone there, even Mrs. Oleson, when Mary declared that she had nothing left to wish for, possessing everything her heart could desire.Sep 17, 19787.0Sep 17, 197848m7.003
48mThe Winoka WarriorsA young man, robbed of his sight, felt a deep sense of worthlessness and resisted engaging with life at the school for the blind. That reluctance began to fade when he was persuaded to take on an unexpected role: as the center for the Winoka football team. The moment arrived during a crucial game; summoning all his strength, he launched Albert across the goal line, securing the tying touchdown for the Winoka Warriors and preventing their defeat.Sep 24, 19787.0Sep 24, 197848m7.004
48mThe Man InsideAmelia, a recent arrival at Laura’s school, carried a visible shame regarding her considerably overweight father. He worked at the institution for the blind where Mary was employed, and there, he was deeply beloved by the students. They insisted they could feel his kindness radiating from him. One afternoon, Laura and several other students began to tease an individual of considerable size, unaware that their laughter targeted Amelia’s father. Overcome by her daughter's embarrassment, he feignedOct 1, 19788.0Oct 1, 197848m8.005
48mThere's No Place Like Home (1)Toby Noe’s unexpected windfall – a five thousand dollar lottery prize – suddenly elevated him to a position of comfort. He delighted the children by purchasing a wagon piled high with fireworks for their annual celebration. However, Toby's good fortune proved fleeting; Standish cleverly relieved him of every cent through games of chance and copious amounts of drink at the saloon. The situation reached a chaotic climax when the fireworks ignited within the crowded establishment. Weary of the cityOct 8, 19787.0Oct 8, 197848m7.006
73mThere's No Place Like Home (2)Returning to Walnut Grove, the Ingalls, Garveys, and Olesons found a town sorely in need of restoration. Through considerable effort and the combined help of many residents, they managed to revive its former character, offering hope to those who had felt their community was fading – including Lars Hanson among them.Oct 15, 19787.0Oct 15, 197873m7.007
48mFaginA sense of exclusion settled over Laura as Charles devoted himself entirely to Albert and the young calf presented to him. Hurt by this constant attention elsewhere, Albert abruptly disappeared after overhearing a conversation between Charles and Caroline regarding her feeling distanced from the family. In an act born of longing, Laura brought Albert’s calf to the fair, where she won first prize. With genuine emotion, she dedicated the award to Albert. Unseen, he had been watching from a hiddenOct 22, 19788.0Oct 22, 197848m8.008
48mHarriet's HappeningsWhen Mrs. Oleson’s cousin launched a newspaper in Walnut Grove, she quickly seized upon it as an outlet for local news—and her particular brand of gossip. Soon, the fledgling publication began stirring up considerable trouble and causing embarrassment amongst the townspeople, prompting Charles to intervene directly.Oct 29, 19788.0Oct 29, 197848m8.009
49mThe WeddingAt long last, Adam proposed to Mary. Almost immediately, a flicker of doubt arose within her as her parents began speaking of grandchildren and reminiscing about the challenges of raising her in her youth. A sudden uncertainty bloomed – could she truly manage the responsibility of caring for a child? Then, during a fierce dust storm, they discovered a lost, blind boy. Seeing Mary and Adam’s gentle care for him eased her anxieties completely. Soon after, Reverend Alden performed the marriage cereNov 5, 19786.0Nov 5, 197849m6.010
48mMen Will Be BoysDetermined to see their sons demonstrate their maturity, Jonathan and Charles permitted them to journey alone to Sleepy Eye. Unbeknownst to the boys, the two men shadowed them discreetly. The young men completed the trip without incident; however, their fathers’ attempts at covert observation led to a series of rather awkward moments.Nov 12, 19788.0Nov 12, 197848m8.011
49mThe CheatersAndy Garvey’s mother was deeply troubled by his struggles in school, a source of considerable embarrassment for her. Seeking a solution, she engaged Nellie Oleson as a private tutor. During their sessions, Nellie confided in Andy about the methods she employed to achieve such high marks. As part of this revelation, she insisted he keep her secret – a pact born of quiet desperation. Eventually, burdened by his knowledge, Andy confessed what he’d learned, prompting his mother to take steps ensurinNov 19, 19787.0Nov 19, 197849m7.012
48mBlind Journey (1)With the closure of the school for the blind, the residents of Walnut Grove resolved to convert the old Reverend’s house into a new facility. Charles led the students to their new home, and Mrs. Oleson insisted on accompanying the procession, convinced that someone of importance would be present.
The story touches upon themes of prejudice; it begins with Joe Kagan's acceptance into the church in Walnut Grove, a prospect Mrs. Oleson deeply opposed due to his race. Simultaneously, the school foNov 26, 19787.0Nov 26, 197848m7.013
49mBlind Journey (2)Mrs. Oleson’s initial greeting of Hester-Sue Terhune quickly faded into disappointment upon realizing the young woman was Black. Hester-Sue had brought several blind children of color to accompany the others on their journey, and together they continued towards Walnut Grove. Ultimately, it required the simple words of a small, sightless boy to reveal to Mrs. Oleson the injustice of prejudice, marking a pivotal moment in her life. Simultaneously, Adam found himself confronting his most profound fDec 3, 19788.0Dec 3, 197849m8.014
73mThe GodsisterIn this episode featuring twins Lindsey and Sidney Greenbush, Charles accepts a position with a telephone crew working in southern Minnesota, a job that will keep him away from home for several weeks. Carrie, deeply missing her father and longing for his attention, finds herself constantly underfoot, much to the frustration of those around her. To ease her loneliness, the little girl conjures up an imaginary friend named Alyssa.Dec 17, 19786.0Dec 17, 197873m6.015
49mThe CraftsmanHere's a rewritten version aiming for clear, natural literary English while preserving the original meaning, style, and approximate length:
The story concerns prejudice and its consequences. Young Albert became an apprentice to an elderly Jewish man named Isaac. His schoolmates, quick to judge, branded him a "Jew-lover" and subjected him to violence. Through Isaac, however, Albert discovered a newfound sense of self-respect. The two men forged a deep and lasting friendship, becoming the closeJan 7, 19798.0Jan 7, 197949m8.016
49mBlind Man's BluffFollowing an accident, a young boy feigned blindness, hoping to shield his parents from separation. Laura observed this deception but remained silent, swayed by the boy’s desperate pleas for her secrecy. Soon after, he was involved in another incident, suffering a concussion. The injury resulted in a loss of memory, erasing all recollection of his earlier pretense.Jan 14, 19796.0Jan 14, 197949m6.017
72mDance with MeFollowing the departure of the Ingalls, Garveys, and Olesons from Standish (as seen in episode 93, "There's No Place Like Home"), Toby Noe reappeared, quickly disrupting the established order—particularly unsettling Amanda. Meanwhile, Laura and Albert took it upon themselves to play matchmaker for the upcoming dance.Jan 21, 19797.0Jan 21, 197972m7.018
49mThe Sound of ChildrenMary is expecting a child, and this news offers a way for Adam to connect with his father. His father, eager at the prospect, even proposes that Mary and Adam come to live with him. However, after a devastating miscarriage, Mary and Adam discover the truth: their father’s desire for connection had been solely motivated by the hope of a grandchild. Consequently, they resolved to remain in Walnut Grove.Feb 4, 19797.0Feb 4, 197949m7.019
49mThe Lake Kezia MonsterWith Mrs. Olesen’s foreclosure hanging over her head, Kezia found herself and her children, Nellie and Willie, a constant source of distress to the reclusive old woman. In response, Laura, Andy, and Albert devised a scheme for retribution, announcing to everyone that a monster inhabited the lake.Feb 11, 19799.0Feb 11, 197949m9.020
49mBarn BurnerThe trouble began with a local farmer’s stubborn refusal to offer a just price for his wheat, unwilling to acknowledge that Black farmers deserved the same consideration. Tensions quickly mounted, culminating in an assault on Andy, and then further inflamed by accusations that the farmer had deliberately set fire to the Garvey family's barn.Feb 18, 19797.0Feb 18, 197949m7.021
49mThe Enchanted CottageHope began to blossom as Mary started to differentiate between light and shadow, and the Ingalls family dared to believe she was recovering her sight. They took her to the specialist, only to learn that a faulty impulse in her brain had been interpreting the warmth of sunlight through a window as light itself. While Mary was away, Albert and Laura set about restoring Mr. Edwards’ abandoned home. Unfortunately, the mercantile stocked only pink and purple paint. Upon her return, Mary spoke with LaFeb 25, 19797.0Feb 25, 197949m7.022
49mSomeone Please Love MeWhile searching for horses, Charles found himself lodging with a local family. The children, troubled by unrest at home, approached Mr. Ingalls and tentatively asked if he might intervene to prevent their parents’ separation. Through quiet conversation with both husband and wife, Charles helped them rediscover common ground, ultimately persuading them to remain together and resolve their differences.Mar 4, 19798.0Mar 4, 197949m8.023
49mMortal MissionThe journey to Walnut Grove, undertaken by Charles and Jonathan to retrieve vital medical supplies for the anthrax outbreak, brought them face-to-face with a peril as grave as the sickness they had fled.Mar 11, 19798.0Mar 11, 197949m8.024
49mThe OdysseyAlbert and Laura slipped away from home, intending to join their friend, Dhillon. Dhillon, battling leukemia and facing a dwindling future, harbored a lifelong dream: to witness the vastness of the Pacific Ocean. Mr. Ingalls eventually overtook the children on their journey, but upon learning the reason for their flight, he instead aided them in reaching the sea.Mar 18, 19798.0Mar 18, 197949m8.0
