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Together, a pioneering family faces a crucial test of its courage and its love!
When the big woods of Wisconsin becomes a difficult spot for hunting, Charles Ingalls reluctantly decides to move his family, pioneering west. Their life on the farm in Walnut Grove, Minnesota, in the 1870s and 1880s is full of adventure, tragedy, and triumph. Based on the books of Laura Ingalls Wilder.
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When the big woods of Wisconsin becomes a difficult spot for hunting, Charles Ingalls reluctantly decides to move his family, pioneering west. Their life on the farm in Walnut Grove, Minnesota, in the 1870s and 1880s is full of adventure, tragedy, and triumph. Based on the books of Laura Ingalls Wilder.
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Episode 1
The Ingalls settle on the banks of Plum Creek in Walnut Grove. To acquire the deed to his farm, Charles takes several jobs.
Directed by Michael LandonWritten by John Hawkins, William PutmanGuest stars Kevin Hagen, Karl Swenson, Ruth Foster, Dabbs Greer, Ramon Bieri, James Jeter
Episode 2
Laura and Mary start school for the first time. That is where they meet Nellie Oleson. Since Laura hasn't been to school before, she tries especially hard with her schoolwork. The students have to write an essay to present in front of the class. Laura recites what she would have written on the paper if she could have, instead of what was actually written on it.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Juanita BartlettGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Tracie Savage, Ruth Foster, Charlotte Stewart
Episode 3
In the beginning, things look very good for the Ingalls until a bad hailstorm ruins their crops. Charles and some other farmers must leave to look for work. They end up working in a quarry. While Charles is away, Caroline is able to get the women of Walnut Grove to join together to harvest the remaining crops.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Ward HawkinsGuest stars Lance Kerwin, Karl Swenson, Rick Hurst, Don Knight, Ruth Foster, Terry Lumley, Celia Milius, Eve Brent
Episode 4
While Charles is in Mankato, he runs into Mr. Edwards and invites him to come to Walnut Grove. Caroline tries to match Mr. Edwards up with Grace Snider, but instead she just ends up in the way since Mr. Edwards is able to charm Grace all by himself. Although there are a couple problems that must be overcome, things turn out for the best in the end.
Directed by Michael LandonWritten by Joel MurcottGuest stars Victor French, Kevin Hagen, Karl Swenson, Ruth Foster, Carl Pitti, Dabbs Greer, Bonnie Bartlett
Episode 5
Laura falls in love with a new student, Johnny Johnson. Johnny, who is a lot older than Laura, is interested in Mary instead. Although Mary is not interested in Johnny, Laura's actions cause tension between the sisters. When Charles finds this out, he is appalled that either of his girls is involved with Johnny.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Gerry DayGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Jimmy McNichol, Tracie Savage, Charlotte Stewart
Episode 6
After her friend dies, Miss Amy, an old lady, convinces the Ingalls and Doc Baker to help her stage her own death. Amy thought this was the only way to get her family to come and see her.
Directed by Victor FrenchWritten by Harold SwantonGuest stars Kevin Hagen, Josephine Hutchinson, Karl Swenson, Ruth McDevitt, Betty Lynn, Ruth Foster, Sean Marshall, Dabbs Greer
Episode 7
Laura connects with a sweet, shy classmate named Olga Nordstrom, who happens to have been born with a short leg. Charles has an idea that can change Olga’s entire life, but the challenge will be convincing the child’s stubborn widowed father.
Directed by Alf KjellinWritten by Juanita BartlettGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Kim Richards, Tracie Savage
Episode 8
Charles and Caroline decide to go on a second honeymoon and leave Mr. Edwards in charge of the children. The honeymoon doesn't turn out very well because Caroline keeps worrying about the children. Back at home, Mr. Edwards has his hands full with Carrie.
Directed by Leo PennWritten by Dale EunsonGuest stars Victor French, Bonnie Bartlett
Episode 9
After Ms. Beadle sprains her ankle, Caroline becomes the substitute teacher. Caroline takes a special interest in helping an older student, Abel, learn to read. One day Mrs. Oleson shows up and causes Abel to quit school. Because of this Caroline quits, but returns after she convinces Abel to give school another chance.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Ward Hawkins, Jean RouverolGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Kevin Hagen, Dirk Blocker, Karl Swenson, Tracie Savage, Charlotte Stewart, Kelly Thordsen
Episode 10
Charles allows Laura to adopt a baby raccoon, Jasper. After being caged, the raccoon bites Laura and Jack and runs away. The family fears that Laura and Jack might have rabies until a healthy Jasper returns.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Joseph BonaduceGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Kevin Hagen, Tracie Savage, Charlotte Stewart
Episode 11
The town becomes divided when Mrs. Oleson offers to buy a bell for the church, but only if she can put up a plaque. The differences and arguing begin to affect the school children. A mute craftsman, Tinker Jones, steps in and with the help of the school children, is able to make a bell.
Directed by Leo PennWritten by Tony Kayden, Michael RussnowGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Jimmy McNichol, Eileen Ryan, Karl Swenson, Tracie Savage, Sean Penn, Chuck McCann
Episode 12
While studying for an optional history exam in the barn, Mary accidentally knocks over a reading lamp and starts a fire. Caroline punishes Mary by telling her she couldn't take the exam. Mary doesn't tell Ms. Beadle this until the day of the exam.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Michael LandonGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Ruth Foster, Dabbs Greer, Charlotte Stewart
Episode 13
Caroline becomes pregnant. Shortly after the baby is born, he becomes ill. Believing that her jealousy was responsible for her infant brother's death and that her parents would rather have a son than a spare daughter, Laura climbs the highest hill she can find, hoping to get as close to God as possible to ask Him to take her instead and return the baby boy to the family. While Charles and Mr. Edwards desperately search for her, Laura meets Jonathan, a mystical mountain man who seems to have been sent purposely to guide her through this life-changing experience.
Directed by Michael LandonWritten by Michael LandonGuest stars Victor French, Kevin Hagen, Ernest Borgnine, William Cort, Karl Swenson, Ruth Foster, Dabbs Greer, Bonnie Bartlett
Episode 14
The Christmas holiday is approaching and the members of the Ingalls family go about their holiday shopping in secrecy. Laura is able to buy her mom a stove that she wanted after she sells her horse to Mr. Oleson.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Arthur HeinemannGuest stars Queenie Smith, Alison Arngrim, Ruth Foster
Episode 15
After a major disagreement, Nels and Harriet go their separate ways. Many people in town try to get the two back together.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Ward HawkinsGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Kevin Hagen, Karl Swenson, Ruth Foster, Dabbs Greer
Episode 16
Dr. Baker and Harriet's niece, Kate, fall in love with each other. Then their age difference becomes an issue.
Directed by Lewis AllenWritten by Arthur Heinemann, Ann BeckettGuest stars Kevin Hagen, Anne Archer, Karl Swenson, Ruth Foster
Episode 17
Several people in Walnut Grove get very sick. A quarantine is set up in the church while the source of the illness is being sought.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Michael Landon, William KeysGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Victor French, Alison Arngrim, Kevin Hagen, Karl Swenson, Bill Quinn, Dabbs Greer, Charlotte Stewart
Episode 18
A traveling circusman, O'Hara, comes to Walnut Grove and tries to get everyone to believe he has magic healing powders. However, he is really found out when Mrs. Oleson almost loses her life when she tries his healing powders instead of having an operation.
Directed by Victor FrenchWritten by Ward Hawkins, Preston Wood, Ward HawkinsGuest stars Kevin Hagen, Red Buttons, Karl Swenson
Episode 19
When it is found out that a young boy, Graham, is being beaten by his alcoholic father, John, Caroline takes care of the boy while Charles stays with John to try to get him to stay sober.
Directed by Victor FrenchWritten by John MestonGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Alison Arngrim, Kevin Hagen, Harris Yulin, Karl Swenson, Ruth Foster, Dabbs Greer, Charlotte Stewart
Episode 20
A college-educated farmer named Joe moves to Walnut Grove with his pregnant wife. He tells the Walnut Grove-area farmers of a new hybrid of corn that would produce good crops, to which the farmers are very enthused. They decide to buy some of this new seed. While on the way back to Walnut Grove with the seed, Joe gets into an accident, as the farmers wait for his return.
Directed by Leo PennWritten by John Meston, Ward HawkinsGuest stars Kevin Hagen, Karl Swenson, Ruth Foster
Episode 21
The Ingallses have to seek shelter when a blizzard hits. There they meet an Indian who helps them out. A marshall, looking for the Indian, comes by...
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Preston Wood, John HawkinsGuest stars Robert Tessier, Jack Ging, Carl Pitti
Episode 22
Johnny Johnson leaves to "see the world" and Mr. Edwards goes along with him to keep him out of trouble. Johnny meets up with a girl who is able to trick him out of a lot of money. Mr. Edwards talks to this girl to try to have her convince Johnny to go back home.
Directed by Michael LandonWritten by Gerry DayGuest stars Victor French, Mitch Vogel, Karl Swenson, Leonard Barr, Olan Soule, James Griffith, Hal Bokar, Jim Boles
Episode 23
Walnut Grove celebrates this great day with several different competitions. There are very competitive spirits between the Olesons and the Ingallses.
Directed by William F. ClaxtonWritten by Ward Hawkins, John Hawkins, Byron TwiggsGuest stars Jonathan Gilbert, Georgia Schmidt, Alison Arngrim, Kevin Hagen, Karl Swenson, Tracie Savage, Forrest Tucker, Ruth Foster
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Michael LandonCharles Ingalls
Karen GrassleCaroline Ingalls
Dean ButlerAlmanzo James Wilder
Melissa GilbertLaura Ingalls
Melissa Sue AndersonMary Ingalls
Lindsay GreenbushCarrie Ingalls
Katherine MacGregorHarriet Oleson
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