Babies who arrive after Feb. 19 — the date that ushers in Lunar New Year 2015 — will fall under the Chinese zodiac sign of the SHEEP (or goat, or ram, depending on translation and interpretation). That means they (along with kids born in 2003) tend to be confident, nonjudgmental, artistic and somewhat fussy.
The Chinese zodiac travels in a 12-year cycle. Check for your kids’ birth years and see how closely their personalities mesh with the traits associated with their animals.
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Rat
(1996, 2008)
Creative problem-solver, intuitive, crafty, a bit opportunistic
Ox
(1997, 2009)
Gentle yet physically strong, independent, logical, honest
Tiger
(1998, 2010)
Aggressive, courageous, noble, a bit short-tempered and selfish
Rabbit
(1999, 2011)
Ambitious, attractive, good judge of character, talented
Dragon
(2000, 2012)
Gifted, a leader, powerful, anxious
Snake
(2001, 2013)
Intellectual, passionate, analytical, sometimes feared
Horse
(2002, 2014)
Playful, smart, popular, moody
Monkey
(2004)
Original, practical, curious, good sense of humor
Rooster
(2005)
Conscientious, brave, busy, precise
Dog
(2006)
Loyal, compassionate, trusted, stubborn
Pig
(2007)
Courageous, trusting, reliable, loner
