Teddy bear

A teddy bear is a type of toy that looks like a bear. The teddy bear normally looks like a cub or baby bear.^[1] It became popular in Germany and the United States in 1902 when the name was invented. In Russia, bears were used as children's toys and were the subject of folklore or stories, long before the 20th century.^[1] Teddy bears are often toys for children. They are also used to comfort people and to teach.

The teddy bear is named after President Theodore Roosevelt because he refused to kill a black bear during a hunting event.^[2]

Teddy bear are popular and well-known. They may often have human-like features. They are usually small and soft. Teddy Bears are found all over the world. Early 20th century teddy bears were made from mohair, the hair of goats. Now they are usually made from synthetic fabrics.

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1} The Teddy Bear: Continuum in a Security Blanket, By Tamony, Peter, Western Folklore, Vol. 33. No 3. Jul., 1974 pp. 231-238
2. ↑ David Cannadine (February 1, 2003). "A point of view - The Grownups with teddy bears". BBC News. Archived from the original on June 5, 2020. Retrieved February 1, 2013.