The 40th Anniversary Bear includes a shimmery plush and a certificate of authenticity. | Source: Basic Fun!

Teach your little ones all the right things — like how to love Care Bears as much as you did in the ‘80s! 

The cherished brand is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an exclusive plush version of the very first Care Bear: Care-a-Lot. Perfect for kids ages 3 and up, the Care Bears 40th Anniversary Care-a-Lot Bear from Basic Fun! encourages kids to care for others and spread kindness and love wherever they go.

This plush version of Care-a-Lot embraces the mysticism of the original character with unique multi-colored fur emboldened by a purple shimmer effect; a metallic purple, heart-shaped nose; and adorable, heart-shaped paw pads. | Source: Basic Fun!

The character Care-a-Lot is celebrated as the first-ever Care Bear, and possesses the most magic and the most belly badge powers of all the Care Bears. This plush version of Care-a-Lot embraces the mysticism of the original character with unique multicolored fur emboldened by a purple shimmer effect; a metallic purple, heart-shaped nose; and adorable, heart-shaped paw pads. The 40th anniversary logo is even embroidered on its foot!

The plush Care-a-Lot is an ideal size for both kids and kidults — at 14 inches, it is perfect for hugs and snuggles! Parents and collectors can also keep the bear in its packaging to use as a decorative piece. The packaging features tons of sparkles, Care Bear graphics, and encouraging quotes. With such attention to detail, this Care Bear can also make a great piece for any adult looking to celebrate the iconic brand, too.

The packaging features tons of sparkles, Care Bear graphics, and encouraging quotes. | Source: Basic Fun!

Basic Fun! even takes care of any doubts buyers might have of authenticity, since Care Bears have been a longtime favorite among collectors. It comes with a certificate of authenticity decorated with rainbows and hearts and featuring an embossed Care Bears 40th Anniversary heart. If your Care Bear does not include a certificate of authenticity with an embossed heart on the bottom right, it is possible that it is a fake. 

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Whether you’re looking for a great piece to add to your plush collection or a super-cute gift for a fabulous kid, you can share your love of Care Bears on this very special anniversary with the 40th Anniversary Care-a-Lot Bear. 

About the author

Annabelle Canela

Annabelle Canela

Annabelle Canela was an editorial assistant at The Pop Insider, The Toy Insider, and The Toy Book. When she’s not writing about her favorite toys and fandoms, she loves creating poetry, taking her puppy to the park, and chefing up new creations in her Brooklyn kitchen. You can usually catch her reading Spider-Man comic books on the subway or eating dim sum in Chinatown. This New York City native has traveled all over the Caribbean, including to her family’s home country of Dominican Republic. Naturally, she does it all por mi gente.

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