Olga was a friend of Laura who was born with one leg shorter than the other. Her mother died and she lives with her protective father and grandmother. She was often teased and humiliated by the other children, especially Nellie. The Ingalls family throw her a party to help her feel wanted and happy. Charles makes her a shoe so that she can play like the rest of the children and not be completely crippled. (Episode 108: Town Party, Country Party)