Top Five Favorite Episodes from Little House on the Prairie - Season 2

 Today, I will be sharing my favorite episodes from Season 2 of Little House on the Prairie. 

"Remember Me, Parts 1 & 2"

The Widow Sanderson discovers she is dying, so she tasks Charles Ingalls with finding a home for her three children: John Junior, Carl, and Alicia. After her passing, Grace Snider and Isaiah Edwards care for the children while Charles searches for people to adopt them. Just when Charles loses hope of keeping the Sanderson children together, an unexpected solution arises. 

Why I like it: Patricia Neal is an amazing actress. This also brings together two wonderful characters, creating a new family for them and the Sanderson children.

"His Father's Son"

Trying to connect with his adopted son, John Jr., Isaiah buys him a rifle for his birthday and takes him hunting. A book and poetry-loving young man, when he pens a letter to Isaiah explaining how he feels, he doesn't get the reaction that he desires, which leads him to believe Isaiah doesn't care. While hunting, Isaiah is attacked by a bear, but John can't bring himself to shoot it. This leads to an unexpected revelation and a new understanding between Isaiah and his oldest son. 

Why I like it: Mr. Edwards was portrayed as a happy bachelor for so long that it's wonderful to see him in his new role as father. True to life, there are bound to be misunderstandings along the way. 

"Matter of Faith"

Left alone while Charles takes the girls on a camping trip, Caroline develops an infection from a cut on her leg. She makes a tough decision that ultimately saves her life.

Why I like it: We don't get many episodes that focus solely on Caroline. This episode displays Grassle's talent and shows what a strong woman of faith Caroline is. 

"For My Lady"

Charles's work for the Widow Thurman gets Harriet's tongue wagging, which causes tension between Charles and Caroline. Because of some white lies Charles tells to hide a secret he is planning, Caroline worries the rumors might have some truth. 

Why I like it: This is one of those episodes that reminds us not to jump to conclusions or to think we know what's going on if we haven't heard it from the person themselves. 

"Centennial"

America is turning a hundred years old, and the townsfolk of Walnut Grove are determined to celebrate. But when their taxes are raised, they all become bitter and angry, until one of their own reminds them of the "Land of Freedoms" and how great it is. 

Why I like it: This is an episode about having a different perspective. No country's history is without blemish. No government run by flawed humans is perfect.