Care Bears are colorful, plush teddy bears that originated in the early 1980s as characters on greeting cards. They were created by the American toy company American Greetings and later became popular through animated television shows and movies. Each bear has a unique color and symbol on its belly, representing different emotions and values, such as love, friendship, and happiness. The Care Bears live in the magical land of Care-a-Lot, where they work together to spread caring and kindness to children and others in need. Their mission is to teach important life lessons and promote positive feelings, making them beloved characters for generations.