It all started with a dinosaur in New York City. The year was 1978 and the dinosaur was a floppy soft toy that made Manhattan Toy and its founder, Francis Goldwyn, a success. Goldwyn believed in making classic toys that could appeal to both parents and children alike.

Over time, the company changed hands and moved from the Big Apple to the Mini-Apple, where it has remained ever since, still making classic products that appeal to both parents and children alike – from dolls to wood toys and plush dinosaurs.