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It's time to get cuddly on National American Teddy Bear Day on November 14! This beloved holiday has been around since the early 1900s, when it was first created to celebrate the iconic stuffed animal. It's a great opportunity for families and friends to come together and share their love for teddy bears. Whether you have a favorite childhood teddy bear or are looking for some new furry friends, this is the perfect day to show your appreciation. So go ahead and gather up your bears - it's time to celebrate!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1902</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Teddy Bear's Birth</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first "Teddy" bear is named after U.S. President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt following a hunting trip.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1903</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Steiff Bear Creation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The German company, Steiff, begins manufacturing teddy bears and introduces them to the American market.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1907</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Teddy Bear Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>Teddy bears become a nationwide trend, with several companies in the United States producing them at large scales.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cultural Icon Status</div><div class='timeline-text'>The teddy bear becomes a cultural icon, featured in songs, books, and fashion.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Teddy Bear Stamps</div><div class='timeline-text'>The US Postal Service issues teddy bear-themed stamps, signifying its place in American culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National American Teddy Bear Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National American Teddy Bear Day is celebrated, encouraging people nationwide to appreciate their cuddly companions.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a teddy bear scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Hide teddy bears around the house and have your kids search for them. You can also create a Teddy Bear hunt in the park or backyard. Create clues to help guide the hunters to each teddy bear.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a teddy bear picnic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your kids and their friends with their favorite teddy bear. Pack a picnic basket with sandwiches, fruit, and other goodies and have fun with your teddy bears.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a teddy bear parade</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Have your kids dress up their teddy bears in costumes and decorate wagons or tricycles to carry them. Line up all of the teddies and march around the neighborhood.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a teddy bear party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite family and friends over for a Teddy Bear Party. Ask all of the guests to bring their favorite stuffed animal and you can serve snacks, play some games, and have a great time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a teddy bear craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather together some fabric and stuffing and sew your own teddy bear. You can also make a teddy bear out of paper or cardstock or even an old sock.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Teddy bears are cuddly companions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>We all need a little comfort sometimes, and teddy bears always seem to provide just the right amount of warmth and fuzziness. Whether it's for snuggling up in bed or for playing pretend with friends, teddy bears make wonderful companions that never tire of giving hugs and cuddles!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Teddy Bears come in all shapes and sizes</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From the traditional brown bear to a rainbow of colors and patterns, there's a teddy bear out there to suit every personality. Whether you're looking for something unique and fun or an old favorite like Winnie the Pooh, any teddy bear is sure to bring a smile to your face -- no matter the size!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Teddy bears represent childhood memories</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For many of us, our first teddy bear was given to us as a child by a special someone - often a parent or grandparent that we cherish dearly. On National American Teddy Bear Day, we can remember those tender moments of comfort and love, even if our teddy bear has been tucked away in the attic for years!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Teddy Bears were inspired by a Deed of Kindness by a U.S. President</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Teddy Bear draws its name from U.S. President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt, who famously refused to shoot a bear cub on a hunting trip, inspiring the creation of the beloved toy symbolizing kindness and compassion.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>World's First Teddy Bear Museum was in England</h3><p class='facts-content'>Established in 1984 in Petersfield, the Teddy Bear Museum housed an incredible range of antique teddy bears and related artifacts before relocating to Dorchester.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Teddy Bears Have Journeyed to Space</h3><p class='facts-content'>In 1995, NASA launched a teddy bear named Magellan T. Bear to space aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery, making teddy bears not only terrestrial companions but also interstellar explorers.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Most Expensive Teddy Bear Sold for Over $2 Million</h3><p class='facts-content'>A Steiff teddy bear named "Louis Vuitton Teddy Bear" holds the Guinness World Record for being the most expensive teddy bear ever sold at auction, fetching over $2 million.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There's a Day Dedicated to Taking Teddy Bears to Work</h3><p class='facts-content'>While we celebrate National American Teddy Bear Day on November 14, there is also a less-known but adorable holiday called Take Your Teddy Bear to Work Day celebrated yearly on the second Wednesday of October.</p></div></div>
National American Teddy Bear Day is celebrated on November 14 every year. In 2024 National American Teddy Bear Day will occur on a Thursday.
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