Manhattan Toy Notebook

Smile Inducing Toys for Baby's First Easter
Calling all first-time and seasoned parents gearing up for their newborn’s first Easter! We're stocked with smile-inducing Easter gifts for your child.
Organizing Your Playroom
Organizing can be a challenge, especially when kids are involved. Here are some tips to make organizing your kids play space easy, stress free and even FUN!
Style Your Own Wee Baby Stella

Choose your doll, hairdo, and playset too! We are thrilled to announce the arrival of our newly redesigned Style Your Own Wee Baby program. Starting at $50, you can choose a doll + hairstyle + play set combination! The dolls are designed with inclusivity and interchangeability in mind, allowing hairstyles to be changed out in a few easy steps. 

Our Celestial Star Explorer is Taking Off!
We are thrilled to have our Celestial Star Explorer nominated as a finalist in the Infant/Toddler Toy category for this year’s Toy Of The Year awards (TOTYs)—an annual award program hosted by The Toy Foundation. Help us win by casting your vote today!
How to Plan an Adopt a Pet Party
Our how-to on throwing a killer adopt a pet party takes the guess work out of planning your kiddo's next birthday bash. 
Their First Teacher is You - Part III
Simple teaching tips to encourage learning and development in your 6-12 month old!
Their First Teacher is You - Part II
Easy ways to encourage learning and development in your 3-6 month old!
Their First Teacher is You - Part I
You are everything to your child. Cook, caregiver, entertainer, chauffeur, and teacher. Yes, teacher! Read more on part one of our three-part series on teaching tips from birth to their first birthday.
Valentine Gifts for Ages 0 - 3 years
Are you looking for precious gifts for the little loves in your life? Our pro-tip: focus on developmental milestones.
17 Style Upgrades to Transform your Kids’ Room
Here are 17 simple ways to upgrade your kid's room without breaking the budget. Check out these budget-friendly tips to transform and refresh your kid's space.
2021 Holiday Gift Guide
Not sure what to get for the kiddos on your list? No worries, we have some great options for newborns to kindergarteners.
Investing in Our Future
Discover how Manhattan Toy is creating a brighter future for our kids, our community, and the world.
Costume Inspiration in Two Easy Steps
Whether you're a halloween fanatic or a simply looking for costume inspiration. Here are two easy steps to inspire your costume creations for halloween and beyond.
4 Tips to Creating a Space for Playtime Learning
A beginners guide to creating a successful play space for your little ones. Check out these helpful tips to crafting the perfect learning-friendly environment for play and discovery.
Family Life On The Road
Planning a family road trip? Here are a few pro tips to set you up for success. 
Gifts Galore for Birthdays 1-4
Our top toy picks for kiddos 1-4. Perfect for the birthday babe!
Add It To The Babylist
Are you expecting? Or, have a mama friend who is? Then listen up because this article is all about must-have toys - add them seamlessly to your Babylist registry.
Around the World with LEGO® Minifigure Plush
Did you know we’ve partnered with the LEGO Group to create LEGO® minifigure plush? They are soft toy versions of LEGO character favorites. Available now across the globe! Here's where . . .
Sunny with a Chance of Baby Showers
Let's talk baby showers! We've got great gift ideas for the mom-to-be on your gift list.
That's Total MOM SENSE with Kanika
We are excited to share about our partnership with Kanika Chadda Gupta Founder of That's Total MOM SENSE podcast. Creative Director, Jeanne Bleu, sat down with Kanika to share about toy design, the importance of play and her own "mom sense" moments.
Easter Baskets by Design
Adorable Easter baskets; artfully crafted to ignite your basket creation process. Take a look, get inspired and have fun finding the perfect gifts and goodies for your little’s Easter basket this April!