Best Selling Books, Toys, and More From 2023

Find Out What Other Parents Purchased

Which items did Practically Apparent visitors buy most often last year? If you want to know what other parents and caregivers purchased after reading recommendations found here, you’ve come to the right place. Here you’ll find, in no particular order, the top items ordered from Amazon (Practically Apparent doesn’t track items from other sellers, like Ikea or MindWare) in the last twelve months. Without further ado, here’s the list!

My Weird School 21 Book Set: From Miss Daisy is Crazy to Ms. Krup Cracks Me Up, each book in this series features a different educator at Ella Mentry School. A.J. hates attending school, and his hijinks and adventures will delight young readers, even those reluctant to read. Perfect for introducing kids to chapter books, these entertaining reads will keep kids coming back for more.

Sequin Pets: These sensory pets have a lot to offer. Flip the reversible sequins for the joy of different designs. Or use the weighted stuffed animal as a reassuring presence. Choose from multiple different animals to delight your child, and let them decorate as they see fit thanks to the included stickers. Whether your child appreciates sensory toys or just loves stuffed companions, these sequin pets make kids happy.

Football Peg Game: Play your own Super Bowl or re-enact your favorite classic football game. This tiny game uses pegs in a wooden board to recreate the big plays and nail biting scores of football. Roll the dice to see what play happens next, as participants take turns trying to score. It makes a great travel game, companion to football parties, or easy entertainment any time.

Sheep in a Jeep Five Minute Stories: Get all your favorite Sheep tales in one place, thanks to this collection of stories. From the Jeep that started it all, to holiday celebrations, the sweet illustrations and rhyming prose will enthrall listeners. Choose one story at a time or read them all. Either way, kids will want to hear these tales over and over again.

Twin Mattress: Get an affordable mattress for your child once they upgrade to a regular bed. This twin-sized mattress gets delivered to your home, and can be set up in minutes. Yet it will last kids well into their teen years without breaking the bank. Parents won’t fret about accidents or illnesses, and kids can enjoy a good night’s sleep.

Thumb Piano: Tight on space but still want an instrument for your child? This tiny piano lets kids experiment with music and sound. It fits with ease into almost anyone’s hands. And kids won’t need any lessons to get started playing, since each key comes with the note on the metal tines. 

Screwball Scramble: This one player game pits kids against the timer. Originally called Run Yourself Ragged, kids can play this game over and over again to try and master the different obstacles. Use the knobs and buttons along the bottom to control the path of the marble. From tilted boards to tunnels, try your hand at this classic game of speed and skill. 

Toddler Glockenspiel: This xylophone-like toy lets even the youngest musician play with sound. Each key makes a different note, and the included plastic mallet means kids can bang to their heart’s content. The mallet stores easily underneath the glockenspiel, keeping it handy. Musical notes etched into the metal keys help kids with musical theory from a young age.

Battles That Changed History: Kids will love reading about the pivotal battles in this book. It covers more than 3,000 years and over 90 battles that changed the course of civilization. With an easy to read index, kids can explore one at a time or read as much as they’d like. Let them learn more about how tactical decisions determined the outcome of each battle and impacted history.

Boon Pipes Bath Toys: These brightly colored pipes let kids turn bath time into playtime. The suction cups securely attach to the tub, shower, or surround. The pipes can be arranged in a variety of ways to channel water. Pour water into the top and watch the results. Kids may never complain about getting clean again.