Can you imagine life without teddy bears? A Tale Of Two Teddies takes you back in time to the beginning of the twentieth century to relate the true story of how the teddy bear came to be.

There are two conflicting stories, both based on historical fact, that explain the origin of this beloved childhood companion. Two teddy bears were created at the same time in two distant parts of the world…one in Brooklyn, New York, and one in Giengen, Germany. Both bears claim to be the very first. This clever and appealing new children’s book lays forth their controversy as told by the bears themselves. Through witty banter and debate, each bear makes his appeal to the reader, who is then invited to decide which one really holds the title of "The First Teddy Bear."

The fine colored pencil illustrations reflect the distinct personalities of each bear and brings to life the creators of these cherished playthings. The setting of each bear’s birthplace is authentically rendered as it existed in 1902.

Carefully researched and enchantingly depicted by Kathleen Bart, A Tale Of Two Teddies includes historical background on the two toy companies that produced the first teddy bears: Ideal and Steiff. Sure to be treasured by children and collectors alike, A Tale of Two Teddies is an engaging story that recreates an important moment in the history of toys.

A Tale of Two Teddies has been selected for the Smithsonian Institution Museum Shops, FAO Schwarz Fifth Avenue, and Macy's Herald Square. The Associated Press feature story on A Tale of Two Teddies and the centennial birthday of the teddy bear has appeared in newspapers throughout the United States and Canada.

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