Go to a toy store, Target or Walmart and go to the toy aisle. You will need to go to both the "boys" and "girls" toy aisle. Jot down your observations of the predominant colors, types of toys and variety. Make observations of what the toys say about gender. What future "careers" are these toys preparing children for. What do these toys say about societal expectations and socialization for gender roles of both boys and girls. Was there anything surprising to you?