Ep 4. When the Bear's Away

When the Bear's Away is the fourth episode of the first season of Care Bears: Welcome to Care-a-Lot. In this episode, the Care Bears have to step up and take charge when their leader, Tenderheart Bear, has to leave Care-a-Lot on an important mission. The episode begins with Tenderheart Bear inviting the other Care Bears to a meeting to discuss important matters in Care-a-Lot. However, during the meeting, Tenderheart Bear receives an urgent message that requires him to leave Care-a-Lot and go on a special mission.

With Tenderheart Bear gone, the other Care Bears have to take on his leadership responsibilities. They soon realize that it's not as easy as it looks, but they are determined to do their best to keep Care-a-Lot running smoothly. Cheer Bear and Funshine Bear take on the task of leading the Care-a-Lot parade, but they soon realize that their different leadership styles clash. Cheer Bear is a detail-oriented planner, while Funshine Bear is more of a spontaneous improviser. Despite their differences, the two bears learn to work together and their parade is a success.

Meanwhile, Grumpy Bear takes over for Tenderheart Bear as the leader of Care-a-Lot. His pessimistic attitude is initially a hindrance, but he eventually learns that a positive attitude and a can-do spirit can go a long way in inspiring his fellow Care Bears. He helps them overcome their difficulties and ultimately leads them to success.

Even with the Care Bears working together, they still struggle with some of the finer details of leadership. Share Bear, for example, has trouble with delegating tasks and trusting her fellow Care Bears to complete them. However, with the help of her friends and a pep talk from Grumpy Bear, she learns to let go of her worries and trust in their abilities.

Ultimately, When the Bear's Away teaches an important lesson about leadership and teamwork. It shows that even when faced with a difficult challenge, a group of individuals can come together and overcome adversity through a combination of hard work, trust, and support. The Care Bears learn that leadership is not just about delegating tasks, but about empowering others to become leaders themselves. It's a valuable lesson that can be applied to any situation, whether in Care-a-Lot or in the real world.