SpongeBob SquarePants, From the Beginning Season 1 Episode 18 Texas / Walking Small
- March 22, 2000
In season 1 episode 18 of SpongeBob SquarePants, two episodes are featured: 'Texas' and 'Walking Small'.
The first episode, 'Texas', features Sandy Cheeks, a squirrel from Texas who misses her home state and wants to go back. SpongeBob and Patrick try to cheer her up by throwing a Texas-themed party, but when that doesn't work, they decide to take her to Texas themselves. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles, including getting lost in the desert and being attacked by a giant clam. Eventually, they make it to Sandy's treedome, but when Sandy sees how commercialized and touristy the area has become, she realizes that maybe she doesn't miss Texas as much as she thought she did.
In 'Walking Small', Plankton convinces SpongeBob to become more assertive and "take what he deserves". SpongeBob takes this advice too far, however, and becomes a bully to the other beachgoers. He begins to intimidate them and take over the beach, renaming it "SpongeBob's Beach". But when Sandy tries to use the beach for scientific research, SpongeBob's bully tactics get in the way. In the end, SpongeBob realizes the error of his ways and apologizes to the other beachgoers, returning the beach to its original peaceful state.
Overall, these two episodes showcase the humor and heart that has made SpongeBob SquarePants a beloved show for both kids and adults. From the quirky characters to the imaginative plots, there's something for everyone to enjoy in these classic episodes.