Holiday Gift Guide: Ugly Ted Review

There’s no children’s gift quite as classic as a teddy bear. Stuffed animals are one of those timeless presents that kids from every generation will own and love. Would you like to give your child a teddy bear that encourages a positive message? Then you might like to meet Ugly Ted!

Ugly Ted is a very special stuffed animal that aims to spread a message of kindness and acceptance. Because poor Ted is “Ugly”, he’s not always treated very nicely by other teddies, and it makes him bear-y (Unintentional, yet fitting typo!) sad. Ugly Ted may not have conventional good looks, but he’s a sweetie pie and wants love like any other cuddly toy. “Ugly bears need love too, as they are not ugly inside,” says Ugly Ted. “No matter what someone looks like, or where they are from, always remember to treat others the way you would want to be treated”. By adopting an Ugly Ted doll and reading the free storybooks available on the website, children absorb a point that the creators hope will resonate with them and help to combat the sadness of real-life bullying. In addition, a portion of the proceeds from Ugly Ted sales are donated to charity.

I received a complimentary Ugly Ted doll so that I could adopt him and give him a happy home! I honestly don’t think Ted is “Ugly” at all – he’s a cute and quirky little bear, and I really think the story behind him is so sweet. It makes me so sad when I think about children (Or adults) being harassed or lonely, so anything that can help bring more compassion and thoughtfulness into the world is always a positive thing.

You can adopt an Ugly Ted bear of your own at UglyTed.com for $12.99. There is also a free ebook series, Adventures of Ugly Ted, which you can download by clicking here.