Aries child at play

The Astrology of Children
by Lance Ferguson

Aries— March 21 to April 19

Red and fast. Here we have the tricycle champions and lots of redheads— Aries always like to be on the move and have fiery temperaments right from the very beginning. The Rams love to adventure, roam, and scout out the next room and everything in the book case.

Their ruling planet is Mars, the god of action, energy, muscle and aggression. Not easy for them to sit still as they have an abundance of physical and emotional energy and can be very impatient when waiting for you to answer their needs. Both boys and girls like to compete and are usually good at all kinds of sports; they need physical outlets to burn off their high energy level. Aries like to be first and to try new games, ideas and toys.

In the body, Aries rules the head, partially explaining why they can be so headstrong and subject to high fevers. And why they always seem to land on their heads when they fall— every adult Aries I’ve ever met has a scar someplace on their head from ramming into something as a child.

Hats can be an Aries favorite, along with machines and metal objects, including jewelry— all ruled by Mars. Aries are smart, too, and can learn new subjects and ways to get into the cookie jar very quickly.

They need to learn to be patient; something as simple as teaching them to take three deep breaths before they speak or act can help them avoid jumping into an accident or a fight. And because they are a fire sign, candles, fireplaces or a flickering night light give them comfort and cheer— just be sure they are out of reach as Rams will want to find out what it makes the glow that is so fascinating.

Fire engines, peppermint, lambs, garnets, eagles, steam engines and cigarette lighters (another potential danger for the curious young) are all ruled by Aries. Fathers are the dominant parent as the Aries child will pick up his values, attitudes and ways of dealing with the world. It is very important that all Aries children have a close and loving relationship with dad, girls especially, as his image will guide her to finding a future mate— for better or worse.