Teddy bear origin: Named after Teddy Roosevelt sparing a cub in 1902.
First teddy bear: "Teddy's Bear" by Michtom in 1903.
Steiff's role: Margarete Steiff's jointed bear design in 1903.
Teddy bear craze: Global popularity by 1907.
Collectibles: Vintage bears can fetch $100,000+.
Teddy bear etymology: "Teddy" for Theodore or Edward.
Space bears: "Sam" and "Ted" explored space in 2014.