We frequently cover the popular products in Amazon’s “Toys & Games” category. We think it is important that parents know in advance what their kids are liable to start begging for at any moment. All these months later, some toys that we covered, such as the plushie octopus and the “fidget bubble pop” continue to sell. It is perhaps because we are so in tune with what is typically popular in this category that make the current trends so worrisome. Instead of a fun item made for a child’s amusement, the #1 bestselling product right now is a pack of disposable face masks in pastel colors. A pack of plain black masks is in the #3 spot.
Obviously, our readers don’t come to We Know Products for public health commentary, but it is impossible to view this as anything other than deeply depressing. Here we are in, well into year two of the COVID-19 pandemic, and parents are more likely to buy cheap throwaway masks than anything that could actually be construed as a “toy” or a “game.”
What a sad state of affairs. It is even sadder when you consider the fact that Amazon put Toys “R” Us out of business, so to the extent that people are buying toys, they are buying them on Amazon.
With the new school year starting in the next few weeks, parents seem to be scrambling to comply with the new mask mandates for children, which have come seemingly out of the blue ever since the malicious Delta variant began to rear its ugly head.
Folks, I am begging you, buy your kids some real toys! They don’t even need to be anxiety-relieving toys like the squishies or bubble pop. Just get them something fun to take their minds off this never-ending coronavirus nightmare.
I know that is a difficult task given the fact that their friends faces will always be covered with the aforementioned masks, but it your duty as parents to do anything that you can to give your kids “normal” lives. Get them Legos, get them foam rocket launchers, get them Baby Yoda. Whatever you do, make sure they have more outlets for creativity and enjoyment than simply accessorizing their masks with their school outfits.
We know that there are plenty of products to buy on Amazon, but TikTok is making it even more fun to find them. We’ve created a complete “TikTok Must-Haves” list, full of our favorite items from Amazon.
Almost anywhere you look, the Birkenstock clogs are sold out. If you want to jump on the trend, but are not ready for the price tag, these clogs are a great affordable alternative.
With pillowy soft cushioning, these are the perfect slip-on sandals to wear after a workout, to the beach, or simply with your favorite comfortable weekend outfit.
An incredible cleaning paste that has taken the internet by storm. Made of all natural, vegan ingredients, this product has over 100,000 reviews claiming that this is one of the best cleaning products on the market and can remove any stain in record speed.
Light affects your body’s natural circadian rhythm. During winter, when there is less natural light, we often feel sluggish, depressed, and uninspired. This simple mood lamp sits on your desk and provides gentle light to help you fight those winter blues.
This genius silicone cup collapses down into a small, easy to carry, convenient package whenever you need to stow it in your purse or travel. It is virtually indestructible and comes with a straw!
Make the perfect cold brew with this one-quart container. The fine mesh coffee filter helps keep out unwanted grounds and allows you to use your favorite blends!
Remove fabric fluff, pilling, or lint from any piece of clothing quickly and easily with a rotating blade that has three different sized holes for all fabrics.
Quickly print photos directly from your smartphone with this portable printer. By using Bluetooth and the Sprocket app, you can customize photos or text before printing.
This putty is ideal for getting into common hard to reach spots in your car, including air vents, consoles, and door handles. Just press the gel anywhere you want to clean and watch as it pulls all dirt and junk out! You can use this indoors on keyboards, remotes, or console controls.
Leave yourself sticky notes without wasting paper with these easy-to-use dry-erase note pads. Attach to most shiny surfaces, simply rinse to clean and reuse.
Because what’s fall decor without pumpkins? These are a staple and will actually last you all season, unlike the real pumpkins that you’ll toss before Halloween.
A flawless pairing of form and function that doesn’t quit, the Lodge Dutch Oven is an enameled cast iron classic that’s great for preparing and serving memorable meals.
This farmhouse-inspired tray is a stylish way to enjoy cheese and appetizers with your friends. Makes an incredible housewarming gift with an option to get it personalized.
School is out, the tide is in, and summer 2022 is a-go. Though the beach was one of those places you could still travel to even at the height of COVID restrictions, the repeal of mask mandates and negative testing requirements sure make the whole experience much more appealing.
Of course, going to the beach for the first time in years likely means you are in need of supplies. If that is the case, you came to the right place. In recent weeks, We Know Products has written about a variety of beach gear, including a beach table, vacuum-insulated margarita tumblers, and an American flag beach umbrella. Here is another one to add to the list: rubber tote bags.
Now, longtime WKP readers know we are partial to the clear tote bags with U.S. flag patches. But we have also heard from fans who say they like the Expersion totes for going to games and concerts, but that they also want something a little more spacious for beach trips. This rubber tote fits the bill.
As you can see from the item’s title, this bag is literally “oversized,” so you will have zero problem fitting in everything you need to haul down from your hotel room to the shore.