I agree with TOkids. I buy gently used whenever I can! It's great for the budget and the environment There is usually always someone selling what I need.

For cases where I've bought new, it varies from Ikea, walmart, Target, Costco etc. I usually just google what I'm looking for and than find the cheapest place. Amazon, kid kraft, little tykes, toys r us, Sears etc.

I find buying from places like this are cheaper than the "daycare/school" specific sites and usually just as good quality. However, I have a small dc so I guess the wear and tear isn't like some who have larger numbers