The students and classes are encouraged to create their own rubrics, deciding as a class and as individuals what the lesson should contain and how it should be assessed. Teacher and student guidelines are clearly defined. The students are encouraged to ask questions of their own as well as research presented questions. Gourmet Curriculum Press uses hands on practical assessments as well as easy and multiple-choice assessments. Each science unit provides portfolios for both the teacher assessments as well as students own assessments.
All units are inquiry based which encourage the student to discover new knowledge.
The investigations allow for active, hands-on learning. The tools needed for these lessons are included in the unit, or are practical everyday items found around the home. The student learning area is decided by the student as well as the teacher. Gourmet Curriculum Press Science units also contain biographies of scientists of different cultures and backgrounds to encourage respect for diverse ideas. Individual students take responsibility for their own learning, yet are made part of a collaborative group to encourage social skills.