
Learn. Play. Grow.
with Games
This engaging afterschool program immerses students in the joys of learning through play while nurturing critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Enrollment Open for Fall 2025
Unlimited Toys & Games.
Starting Just $15/month.
Discover the joy of sustainable, screen-free play! Subscribe now and bring home a rotating collection of toys that spark imagination, reduce clutter, and make unplugged fun a daily habit.
Subscribe Today for Endless FunSay Goodbye to Screens, Hello to Play & Learn!
Transform your child's playtime with engaging, screen-free learning experiences that spark creativity and growth.

Real Education, Not Algorithms
Ditch the closed-loop design of "educational apps" that stifle creativity. Toy Hermit provides hands-on learning through physical play.

Counter the Screen Effect
Help kids combat reduced attention spans and foster imagination through screen-free, engaging toys and games.

Affordable & Accessible
For just $15/month, access $100s worth of toys and games with free delivery across San Diego.
New Arrivals (checkout our full Library)
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#0600502 Gamewright - Rat-A-Tat Roll
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#0800501 USAopoly - Tapple 10
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#0800500 P for Pizza
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#0800499 Skillmatics - Guess in 10 States of America
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#0700498 Learning Resources - Money Bags
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#0800497 Castle Panic
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#0800496 Mishy Match
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#0800495 Escape from The Aquarium
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#0800494 Tsuro
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#0800493 Qawale
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#0800492 Quoridor
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#1000491 Splendor
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#0700490 Educational Insights - Kanoodle
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#0300489 eeBoo - I Never Forget a Face
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#1000488 Cryptid
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#0400487 Educational Insights - Time to Fly
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#0800486 Hutan
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#1000485 Codenames
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#0700484 Smart Games - IQ Noodles
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#0200483 Melissa & Doug - Match & Push Spinning Tops
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#0200482 Hape - Caterpillar Fruit Feast Set
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#0800481 Gamewright - Sushi Go Party!
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#0800480 Gamewright - Qwixx
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#0800479 Paris Pastries
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#0800478 800 Pound Gorilla
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Yoto Player and Cards
You can now also use your Shells to borrow Yoto Player and Cards
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#0000417 Yoto - Sleepy Songs Pack
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#0000418 Yoto - The Dream Collection by LifeScore
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#0000423 Yoto - Lullaby Pop Collection
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#0000424 Yoto - Nursery Rhymes
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#0000425 Yoto - Dancing Songs by Caspar Babypants
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#0100422 Yoto - Pre-School Songs Pack
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#0200419 Yoto - Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Sleepy Stories
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#0200421 Yoto - Disney Pixar Classics: My First Bedtime Storybook
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#0300401 Yoto - Yoto Player (3rd Gen.)
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#0300402 Yoto - Yoto Mini
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#0300404 Yoto - Beatrix Potter: The Complete Tales
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#0300405 Yoto - The Llama Llama Collection by Anna Dewdney
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#0300408 Yoto - The Pout-Pout Fish Collection by Deborah Diesen
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#0300420 Yoto - Magical Bedtime Meditation by Nicola Haslett
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#0300432 Yoto - Phonics: Letters & Sounds: Phase 1
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#0300433 Yoto - Gruffalo & Friends Collection by Julia Donaldson
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#0300434 Yoto - Zog & Friends Collection by Julia Donaldson
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#0500407 Yoto - Hotel Flamingo by Alex Milway
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#0500416 Yoto - Dragon Tales by Kenneth Graham & Edith Nesbit
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#0500431 Yoto - Ladybird Audio Adventures Collection: Vol. 1
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#0600426 Yoto - Earth Explorers
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#0600427 Yoto - BrainBots: Our Planet
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#0600428 Yoto - BrainBots: Dinosaurs
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#0600429 Yoto - BrainBots: Biggest Ideas
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#0600430 Yoto - The Solar System
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Your Potential Impact
By choosing Toy Hermit, you’re not just saving money—you’re creating a ripple effect of positive change for the planet and future generations. Explore the difference you can make!

Save Over $3,000 Annually
Borrowing toys instead of buying can save you thousands every year.
Save money while giving your kids access to top-quality toys and games. Perfect for families seeking to maximize value and fun.

Reduce 120kg of Plastic Waste
Keep plastics out of landfills, incinerators, and oceans.
Every toy borrowed reduces the need for new plastics, directly impacting waste levels and protecting the environment.

Reduce 1,080kg of CO2
Lower your carbon footprint by borrowing toys.
Reusing toys reduces manufacturing emissions, resulting in a significant decrease in CO2 output annually.

Equivalent of 49.1 Trees
Your CO2 savings match the work of 49.1 mature trees annually.
Borrowing toys has an environmental impact equivalent to planting nearly 50 trees—helping create a greener planet.
3 Easy steps to make every playtime Fun!
Sign-up
- Choose from two levels: Swim (100 Shells credit) or Surf (200 Shells credit)
- Shells is our fun currency for borrowing Toys and Games
- 1 Shell = $1 retail price of the Toy/Game
Sign-up Today
Borrow Toys
- Use your Shell credit to select Toys and Games from our Library.
Return and Repeat
- Keep toys for as long as you want.
- Return to earn Shells credit which you can use for other toys and games.
- Borrow as often as you want.
We offer Free delivery and pick-up across San Diego. Please check our coverage ZIP codes in Shipping Policy.
Why Toy Hermit?
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Fun & Educational
Spark curiosity with toys designed to grow young minds.
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Top-Rated Toys
Enjoy top-rated, award-winning toys and games loved by kids and parents alike.
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Wallet-Friendly
Save big while your kids explore endless play possibilities.
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Eco-Friendly Fun
Join a sustainable community that values sharing and caring.
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Clean & Safe
Every toy is carefully checked and sanitized before it reaches your doorstep.
What's in a name?
Inspired by the hermit crab's journey of growth and adaptability, Toy Hermit reflects our commitment to supporting your child's development. Just as hermit crabs seek new shells to accommodate their growth, children flourish when provided with toys that match their evolving interests. At Toy Hermit, we offer a diverse library of toys that adapt to your child's changing needs, fostering continuous learning and joy through play.
Did you know? Hermit crabs often 'try on' multiple shells before selecting the perfect fit, ensuring optimal comfort and protection. Similarly, at Toy Hermit, we encourage children to explore a variety of toys, helping them discover what captivates their imagination and supports their growth.