What is Fran?
Fran is a thoughtfully designed plush toy brand dedicated to gently introducing children to the idea of physical differences. Rather than explicitly teaching or explaining, Fran toys quietly encourage exploration, allowing children to organically discover, question, and form empathetic connections at their own pace. Fran believes empathy grows naturally through everyday interactions and genuine curiosity—never through force or explanation.
Inspired by the subtlety of a quiet conversation, Fran’s philosophy is simple: children don’t need to be taught how to notice differences—they simply need gentle opportunities to see and wonder on their own.