The Care Bears are a group of colorful, anthropomorphic bears created by the American greeting card company American Greetings in the early 1980s. Each bear has a unique color and a special symbol on its belly, representing its personality and abilities. They live in the magical land of Care-a-Lot, where they promote caring, sharing, and friendship. The Care Bears became popular through a series of animated television shows, movies, and merchandise. Their main mission is to spread love and kindness to children and help them deal with their emotions. The franchise has continued to evolve, introducing new characters and stories over the years.