Looking for picture books to read to your son or daughter that won't perpetuate gender stereotypes? Katy Farber at Non-Toxic Kids has a good list of books that break the mold.

One from her list that I can personally vouch for is The Paper Bag Princess by Robert N. Munsch, which turns the traditional fairy tale on its side as Princess Elizabeth sets out to rescue her Prince. Never fear, this book does not end with the marriage of a happy couple.

Looking to Illumination Arts' own collection, I would recommend Dreams to Grow On, which follows a little girl's imaginations on possible career paths. Among them are the generic teacher, doctor, etc. as well as the much less traditional architect, baker, and ship's captain--and many more.