Ep 2. Four Eyes
- TV-NR
- September 17, 1975
- 48 min
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8.2 (360)
In season 2 episode 2 of Little House on the Prairie, titled "Four Eyes," Mary Ingalls is thrilled to receive a pair of new glasses from her father. However, her excitement is short-lived as some of her classmates begin to tease her and call her "four eyes."
Feeling embarrassed and self-conscious, Mary begins to struggle in school and even falls behind in her studies. Meanwhile, Laura tries to come to terms with the fact that she may need glasses herself.
As the episode progresses, Mary's confidence continues to wane, and she considers giving up her glasses altogether. However, her father reminds her of the importance of being true to oneself and not letting others bring you down.
In the end, Mary learns to embrace her glasses and even gains a newfound appreciation for her intelligence and academic abilities. The episode highlights the importance of self-acceptance and the damaging effects of bullying.