Like their polar sign, Scorpio, Taurus children have a penetrating gaze that projects wisdom beyond their years.  They have a certain look in their eyes that tell you they can't be fooled.  As a practical, ground-based Earth Sign, they're going to want the facts.  While they'll enjoy fictitious stories and movies as much as anyone, no one is going to fool them into thinking that they're real.  Bear this in mind when you introduce your child to Santa Claus and see who's fooling who with that one.  Little Bulls like nice things and if they think that believing in Santa will bring them more goodies, they will play that game.  But watch that look in their eye, because regardless of what you may think, you're not the one who's in control.

Taurus rules the zodiacal 2nd House which includes possessions, finances, comforts, pleasures and needs.  These kids will like their "stuff" and will also demand comfort.  They are patient by nature and slow to anger, but they'll simply commandeer what they want in a quiet, unassuming way.  Like crawling into bed with you in the middle of the night and then proceeding to push you out.  As they grow up they'll particularly enjoy good food, possibly even exotic things that kids aren't usually interested in such as sushi.  They tend to be quite possessive and probably won't like sharing their toys with other kids.  They're another one that will tend to be "entitlement minded" and not have any problem asking or taking whatever you care to give.  This is fine when they're young, but bear in mind that they will someday grow up and expect the same treatment, except by then the cost will be far beyond that of their own TV or a new bicycle. 

Little Bulls like to take it easy and can be lazy if you allow it.  While it may be pleasant to have a child that is not bouncing off the walls, at the same time they need to be taught discipline and to work.  Don't allow them to indulge in that bowl of ice cream or curling up on the couch with the remote control until they have put away their toys or done any other chores you may have assigned.  They have a whole lot of charm thanks to being ruled by Venus, such that they could sell ice to an Eskimo, but don't fall for it or you'll live to regret it later.  At some point they need to learn that the National Bank of Mom or Dad closes at a certain age, the younger the better. 

Once they start earning their own money, or even if you give them an allowance, they will probably hoard it and not let go of it easily.  They won't even want to spend it on stuff for themselves, which they'll expect you to pick up the tab for.  This is good in the long-run because they will become frugal, practical adults.  Just make sure you let them know the bank is closed, however. 

One Taurus trait you're probably already aware of is stubbornness.  As a Fixed Sign, there is no question that they don't change their mind easily, if at all.  Thus, you need to train them right when they're young and impressionable.  You are not doing yourself or them a favor by spoiling them at a young age because once they hit adolescence the mold is going to be largely set. 

One way to get them to thinking in their slow, methodical way is to use a textbook marketing approach and point out what's in it for them.  This is about the only thing that will come even close to them changing their mind about anything.  You will get very good at luring and bribing with time, but it's your most effective approach.  Simply trying to assert your authority or control will simply push the Stubborn Button and you can bet they can out-wait you, unless you're also a Taurus or have strong Fixed Signs in your own chart, in which case you may wind up with an irresistible force and an immovable object.  However, make sure that your bribing doesn't turn against you.  Once they figure out what you're doing they will use it to get anything they happen to want.  If you fall into that trap the results will not be in your favor.  Little Bulls can appear to be slow learners, but they spend a lot of time thinking about how to get out of work and get what they want.

They like clothes that are soft and comfortable and will tend to hang onto their favorites, even after they outgrow them.  They won't be particularly fashion-conscious unless they have a Leo, Virgo or Libra Moon or ascendant, but even then comfort will be essential, regardless of how stylish it is.  Also note that bribing them with food is probably not a good idea.  They tend to love good food and drink and if they aren't physically active, they will develop a weight problem.  Thus, bribing with activities is better, though it will also have less appeal.  They do tend to like the out-of-doors and nature, however, so going for a walk or to the park when they're little is a good plan, provided it's practical. 

If taught to work in order to get what they want, they will be hard workers.  Their calm and patient personality usually assures them of lots of friends and getting along with their teachers as children and supervisors as they get older.  At least until one of these individuals asks them to do something they don't want to do in which case they may encounter some hard lessons along the way.  The main thing to bear in mind is not to spoil them and do your best to stay one step ahead of them.  Taurus is one of the strongest astrological Signs so don't let their leisurely pace or lack of aggression fool you.

Primary Need:  Comfort