A Teddy Bear for Emily--And President Roosevelt, Too

by Nancy Churnin

Discover the fascinating true story of Jewish immigrants who played a key role in the creation of the beloved teddy bear, connecting their humble Brooklyn candy shop to the President of the United States.

Rose Katz and Morris Michtom grew up in Russia during a period of persecution against Jewish people. Hoping to find kindness and opportunity in another country, they emigrated to the United States, where they got married and opened...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080750422X
• ISBN13: 9780807504222
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3