The big day arrives on September 9 when children will celebrate that age-old toy.
We are doing the same with a look back at nine Teddy-themed photos from the Sunderland Echo archives.
It’s a treat of scenes from 2003 to 2010, taking in Doxford Park, Southwick, East Rainton and Seaham.
5. A Teddy with a tale to tell
The world's most expensive Teddy Bear was on display at the Royal County Hotel in Durham in 2005. Joanne McDonald was pictured with the Teddy. | se
6. On the hunt in 2006
A quick story before the Teddy Bear Hunt gets under way at the Sure Start Centre in Seaham. | se
7. A day at Doxford Park
A family fun day with Teddies was the treat at Doxford Park in 2008. Tell us if you recognise anyone in the picture. | se
8. Happy times at Hetton Lyons
Pupils at Hetton Lyons Nursery School with their teddy bears after their bear hunt in 2008. | se
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