Home Science Tools is an approved vendor with Step Up For Students.
Use your FES-UA scholarship to get everything you need for homeschool science—
delivered right to your door.

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Home Science Tools is Proud to Serve Florida Students

If you receive scholarship funds approved to be used in the MyScholarShop online marketplace then you are able to shop our catalog of best-selling products. As an approved vendor, we are proud to offer Florida families high quality science tools from microscopes and telescopes to science kits and rock tumblers. Log in to the Education Market Assistant (EMA) today to purchase your hands-on science tools!

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How It Works
How to Shop with FES-UA at Home Science Tools

Log into Your EMA Account

Choose “Home Science Tools” as your vendor.

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Browse Our Science Kits & Supplies

Add items to your cart and complete the order using FES-UA funds.

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Get Science Delivered to Your Door

From curriculum kits to real lab tools, we’ve got everything covered.

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Why Homeschool Families Choose Us

  • Full science kits by grade level (K–12)

  • Aligned with Florida standards & NGSS

  • Step-by-step instructions for parents

  • Real science tools, not just toys

  • Trusted by homeschool families since 1994

Put Your Scholarship Funds to Work—Science Starts Here.

Shop through ClassWallet and let us handle the rest.

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STEM Backpack Kits
Florida’s great for learning anytime—
and our Backpack Kits make it easy to explore science outdoors,
on the go, or at home.

Each backpack introduces kids (ages 8–10) to an exciting science career—like Entomologist, Geologist, or Astronomer—with hands-on experiments, real tools, and engaging activities. Designed for independent learning, these kits are great for spring breaks, summer studies, or science on the move.

Why Florida Families Love Them:

  • Everything needed is in the bag

  • Perfect for Florida’s warm-weather learning

  • Inspires curiosity through real science tools

  • Portable, organized, and easy to use

  • Eligible for purchase with FES-UA funds

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Popular Science Picks for Florida Families
Science Unlocked®  by Home Science Tools

Science Unlocked® is an all-in-one curriculum created by Home Science Tools. Everything that you need to teach science is included in every box. Science Unlocked can be purchased as an entire year bundle delivered right to your door, or one kit at a time to meet your learning goals. Each kit is designed to meet NGSS and simplify prep while offering a hands-on, engaging educational experience for both the teacher and the student.

Who Is Eligible? 

If you are a parent or guardian of a Florida student (or students) in grades K-12, you can apply for these funds.  


Microscopic Must-Haves

What families are saying about Home Science Tools

    • Perfect For Us

      “This has been perfect for us. We live in South Florida and it's often difficult for us to find different types of leaves, much less maple leaves! It's exactly what I was looking for.”

      — LORRIE

    • Great Kits

      “I ordered 4 Science Unlocked kits for my little guy and not one has disappointed! The instructions are clear and uncluttered, the materials are sufficient (no scrambling to find an odd item to complete an activity) - I wish I'd found these when my older kids were younger! ”

      — KAREN B

    • Really Good for the Price

      “I’ve tried to do experiments regularly before this, but always ended up missing something. With multiple kids, it wasn’t so easy to just run out and get what I needed. Knowing that it’s all right there in the box is a huge weight off! Not to mention, I could not believe how much we got for the price! The kids are also highly motivated to open the boxes and follow the instructions. They’re learning so much. Thank you!”

      — ALLISA

    • Fabulous Owl Pellets

      “This was the most rewarding science activity we have done all school year! My children ranging in age from 4 - 13 all raved with "Ooo's" and "Ahh's". We worked outside in the the March Florida sunshine with two children per pellet and heard no arguing whatsoever. The kit was complete; the instructions were clearly explained; and the results were completely fascinating. Easy to use and top-quality. Thank you so much for the work you did ahead of time to make this a very positive learning experience! ”

      — DARCY'S CLAN

    Step Up For Students Scholarships FAQ's

    Step Up For Students is Florida's largest nonprofit scholarship funding organization that administers state-funded scholarship programs. These programs provide educational options and financial assistance to help Florida families access quality education for their children.

    The application is currently open, and applications are being accepted and processed on a rolling basis for applicants who meet the eligibility requirements. Click here to create an account and apply now!   

    Here are step-by-step instructions outlining how to apply. 

    Once you have found science kits, curriculum and supplies for your student, log into the Education Market Assistant portal. You will be able to purchase your science kits and supplies through your portal. 

    Eligible families can purchase any products from Home Science Tools including the following: 

    Yes, students of all ability levels may be eligible for the family empowerment scholarship for students with unique abilities. Click here to apply.  

    Yes, students of all ability levels may be eligible for the family empowerment scholarship for students with unique abilities. Click here to apply.