Telling the story of the beginnings of the huggable stuffed animal loved by children and grown-ups alike, this is the quintessential book about the teddy bear. It is a wonderful story because it celebrates not one but four fathers, as well as a life-saving deed that inspired the head of the sweet shop man who actually made the first teddy bear.

The story goes that on a hunting trip in 1902, President Theodore ?Teddy? Roosevelt refused to shoot a bear. ?Me? Shoot that little fella?? he said. ?Why, if I so much as ruffled his fur, I'd never be able to look my children in the eyes again!? When a political cartoonist shared the story in the newspaper, New York shopkeepers Rosie and Morris Michtom were impressed by the president's big, warm heart. So they decided to create a ?Teddy? bear in his honor to sell in their store. The bear was so popular, they made another one. And another. Before they knew it, they had to build a factory to accommodate the demand: it seemed every child wanted a teddy bear of their own!James Sage uses a playful blend of fact and fiction to tell this entertaining tale. The back matter includes a historical note, photos and a list of sources. The lively, fun narrative and vivid illustrations by Lisk Feng make for a wonderful read-aloud with universal appeal: adults will find it as charming as children do. The book has many applications in the social studies curriculum for the early grades, as the period and the president are brought vividly to life. And, of course, it's a perfect pick for Presidents' D... [Read More]

Teddy bears have been made and loved for more than a hundred years. Over 600 beautiful color and black & white images present the toy in all its forms, from the earliest produced in 1902 right up to today. The manufacturers include Ideal, Steiff, Bing, Columbia Manufacturing, Gund, North American Bears, Merrythought, Bruin Manufacturing, and many others. An engaging text provides a history of the toy bears, their manufacturers and artists, and the passionate collectors who have pursued them. Additionally, valuable information covers associated memorabilia and teddy bear auctions. A bibliography, index, and values in the captions complete this loving tribute to teddy bears. Collectors, connoisseurs, and everyone who had a teddy as a special friend will enjoy this book.

Shows and describes a variety of collector bears, explains how teddy bears are constructed, preserved, and restored, and looks at famous bears

While nearly everyone has a memory of their own favorite tattered teddy bear, the details of the day President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt refused to shoot a bear have been lost to time. Now, nearly 100 years later, the legend that has grown around that fateful encounter will captivate you in this delightful tale.Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen brings his magical touch to another great American legend with illustratons for the origins of America's favorite stuffed animal and how it got its name. Author Frank Murphy shares the history and lucky timing of two candy store entrepreneurs who took the story of President Theodore Roosevelt's warm-hearted gesture in refusing to shoot a cornered bear and turned it into a legend of the toy world. Relive the memory of your own timeless, tattered "Teddy's" bear with The Legend of the Teddy Bear.

Covering every facet of bear-collecting, this book combines a visual treatment of the wealth of bears--350 in all--with solid information about their background, manufacture, and care, including how to start a collection. Organized by country, the book includes a healthy section on the U.S. and others on Germany, France, Australia, and Japan. 670 color photos.

Teddy bears have a place in the hearts of children of all ages, and with these patterns for precious miniatures, it's easy to make one (or many!) yourself. Dress it up for any occasion--there's a costume for every month of the year! Try special bears for Christmas, weddings, summer and fall, and even for Valentine's Day, Halloween, and New Year's. From pocket-sized Bartholomew to tiny Baby Bear, you'll want to give each one a cuddle. A Selection of BOMC's Crafters Book Club.

A MUST HAVE for any Steiff collector! Great book! Nicely put together with all the dates and history of this amazing family that started the teddy craze. Big beautiful photos of old teddies and many Steiff animals and dolls. Perfect one to add to your collection to help identify and learn about your old Steiff animals. ( Amazon customer)

Since his birth in 1902 the teddy bear has captured the hearts of young and old alike. He has survived revolutions, flown in jet fighters and taken part in land and water speed records and in times of great conflict he has stayed by his companion’s side. Children everywhere adore him because he is patient with them and his universal appeal has inspired adult collectors from all over the globe to spend countless amounts of money. With a range of previously unpublished images, Teddy Bear historian and collector Lorraine Hitchings offers a wonderfully nostalgic look back at one of the true icons of the 20th century.

Learn the history and story of the ever-popular Steiff Teddy Bear through color photographs and commentary! A host of mysteries have arisen surrounding the jointed teddy's creation over 100 years ago in the small town of Giengen, Germany - who created him, what did he look like, and just where did his name come from. This informative and entertaining guide reveals a great deal of interesting and valuable information about the history and production of every model of the Steiff Teddy Bear. Inside readers will find over 250 illustrations including rare archive photographs depicting the process from the very beginning. In addition to the story of the making of the bears, information and commentary is presented about what they meant to people of all ages and the current market for Steiff collectors. It's an essential book for those interested in antiques and fans young and old of this irresistible teddy bear!

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A lavishly illustrated look at the history behind one of the most iconic toys of all time - the Teddy

New York City Garment Worker Stuffing A Teddy Bear Toy was reproduced on Premium Heavy Stock Paper which captures all of the vivid colors and details of the original.Brand New and Packaged carefully in a oversized protective tube. This item Ships Rolled to insure maximum protection.Print Title: New York City Garment Worker Stuffing A Teddy Bear ToyProduct Type: Poster