I asked, you answered: the best things I’ve influenced you to try!

This summer, I asked on Instagram what your favorite thing I’d influenced you to buy was.

It was so fun to see what products popped up over and over again (and none of these were a surprise because they’re products I love and have raved about over and over again!).

Books
If there’s one thing I’m most delighted to have influenced on, it’s books! After all, that’s my whole goal with Everyday Reading- to help you discover (or rediscover) just how joyful and magical reading can be. Whether you’re hunting for must-read picture books for your kids or the perfect romantic comedy for yourself, I’ve got you covered!

Book Neck Light
I couldn’t call myself a book blogger if I didn’t inspire you to buy something that keeps you reading well past bedtime. After testing every book light out there, I can confidently say this one truly is the best.

Yoto Player
I could go on and on about my love for the Yoto Player! I’ve written a full 101 guide all about it, shared why I think it outshines the Tonie Box, and gathered countless parents’ glowing reviews. I am a raving, raving fan.

Emma M. Lion series
Of all the books I’ve recommended over the years, I’m thrilled you’ve been just as obsessed with Emma M. Lion as I am! Now, can the next book please come out…like tomorrow?! If I haven’t convinced you to dive in yet, just know the first few books start a bit slow – but trust me, they only get SO much better!

Raycon Earbuds
I was late to the wireless earbud party, but after trying Raycon Everyday Earbuds I was instantly hooked – and so many of you told me you ordered them too. They stay put, don’t hurt, cost way less than AirPods, and honestly, I can’t imagine ever going back to wired earbuds. One reader said “I don’t think i used the earbuds the first year because they weren’t comfortable – and then I realized I was wearing them upside down and now I wear them all the time!”

Travel Sound Machine*
We take several of these on all our trips and they work great for helping drown out the sounds of a busy city, a new location, or a shared room. I literally have an entire folder of screenshots from people raving about these. Don’t miss grabbing one (or two or three!).

Puzzle Board
I finally caved and ordered a puzzle board during a big sale, and now I can’t believe I ever lived without one – it’s a total game changer for my puzzle-loving heart. After I shared it, so many of you grabbed one too, and I’m thrilled we’re all enjoying the upgrade together!

Magic Puzzles
These puzzles are not your ordinary puzzles, and trust me, I have done my fair share of puzzles. They are beautifully designed so that every piece is fun to look at and there’s a surprise when you reach the end! I wrote a whole post about them if you want more details here!

Christmas Bells
Every Christmas season, I get so excited to pull out our bells – it’s truly one of our family’s favorite holiday traditions! They have an amazing DVD or digital play-along video with 30 Christmas songs complete with chords – a big step up from single-note playing! The notes scroll across the screen like Guitar Hero, and you play your bell when they hit the line. Best of all, it’s just as fun for adults as it is for kids.

Reef Sandals
I bought these sandals three years ago and they’re still in constant rotation – super comfortable for water parks, the beach, and even rocky hikes. After I shared them, so many of you grabbed a pair too, and I’m pretty sure I influenced Ella the most. Now we both love the slightly dressier version that’s perfect for everyday wear and nice enough for church.

Candied Jalapeños
When I shared a picture of my lunch one day (a loaded cottage cheese bowl), I had no idea how many of you would be begging for the recipe! And honestly, I don’t blame you – it is delicious. The secret ingredient? Candied jalapeños. I’d never tried them before, but after buying them for another dish, I am now 1000% hooked.

Walmart $9 Tee
I think I’ll always be a jeans and a tee girl and this tee from Walmart is GOOD – I wore the white one a million times last summer and this year I added a black one to the rotation! It’s also available in gray and a navy stripe version, and they’re all only $9! (Plus the white isn’t sheer!).

Homeschool Charts
We used these charts last year for homeschool, and they worked so well that I ordered another set for this school year! They’re perfect for keeping track of morning routines and school tasks (you can see them in action here). These stickers fit them perfectly, and as someone who loves all things organization, it makes me so happy to know they’re helping bring a little order to your life too.

Foldology Origami Set
This origami set has quickly become one of the most popular things I’ve shared all year! THOUSANDS of you have grabbed them for road trips, plane rides, or as birthday gifts. They keep my girls entertained for hours on long flights, and I’ve already restocked multiple sets just for them!

Dime
I’ve been using Dime Skin Care since January of 2021 and I cannot rave enough about it. I use THE WORKS package morning and evening and I’m also obsessed with their Blue Facial Oil and the Super Firm Serum (which I told my mom was like Botox in a Bottle). My full review of it is here.

Athena Club
I love how sharp it is, I love the pretty color options, and I love that it hangs on the side of the shower so it doesn’t get knocked around, sit in a puddle of water, or get sticky. Basically, I can’t rave enough about it. It makes me happy every single day to see it hanging in my shower.

Teeth Whitening Strips
These are the teeth whitening strips I’ve been using for 5+ years – they work super well and they don’t cause sensitivity. My husband and I both use these and my big girls do too!

Savvy
After I shared Ani’s journey with Savvy Reading (let’s just say we’re lifelong fans!), I was thrilled to hear from so many of you about the difference it’s made for your own children. This program does more than teach reading – it builds confidence, sparks a love of learning, and empowers kids to tackle challenges, giving them skills that last a lifetime.

Kindle Page Turner
When I first bought this Kindle page turner, I thought it might be the silliest, laziest gadget ever. But then I got HOOKED, and now I can’t help but share it with all my fellow Kindle lovers!

Box Cutters
This box cutter set is one of my go-to gifts. I keep a giant stash on hand just in case! They may seem simple, but once you have them, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without such a handy, inexpensive tool. We gave these as neighbor gifts with a note that said “Any way you slice it, you’re a great neighbor!”

Battery Organizer
When I shared the battery organizer my parents gave Bart for his birthday, so many of you messaged me saying you immediately ordered one too. It really is the best $20 – every battery in one spot, easy to find, plus a built-in tester!

Men’s Joggers
Husbands can be so tricky to shop for, but after I shared these joggers, so many of you told me you ordered them for your own. Now Bart owns them in multiple colors! He bought his first pair in the fall of 2020, and two years later, he hardly wears jeans anymore. They’re comfortable, flattering (thanks to the twill fabric), and still look brand new after hundreds of wears – all for around $20.

Shameless Snacks
You can’t imagine how much I love when people tell me they were dubious about Shameless Snacks, but are so glad they gave them a try because now they LOVE them. Sour Mango is my personal favorite, but honestly, all of these low-sugar sour candies are delicious.

Christmas audiobooks
There are so many Christmas audiobooks out there, but I’m picky about what I actually press play on while wrapping presents or working on a holiday puzzle. I only share my absolute favorites – and I love that my recommendations have helped you get into the holiday spirit too!

Kiwi Crate
KiwiCo has been a total lifesaver for us for years. My girls treat every box like Christmas morning, and I love that I don’t have to plan, shop, or scramble for supplies. After sharing how much we use (and love!) them, so many of you told me you’ve since ordered KiwiCo crates too, and I can’t think of a better boredom-buster or grandparent-approved gift.

Huge Wall Calendar
I love how crazy you all went over these super fun rainbow wall calendars! I don’t blame you though because they are also under $6! They are undated so you can start using them whenever and the pop of color adds so much brightness to any wall.

Mary Ruth Vitamins
One of my big goals for 2024 was to experiment with new products and routines to finally get my hair looking good – at least most of the time. Adding Mary Ruth’s Hair Growth Multivitamin to my daily routine has made a huge difference! Use my code MROBRADSHAWJ