It’s Your Year, Baby Ox

Baby-Toddler–This cheerful board book celebrates the traits of the ox in the Chinese zodiac, pairing affirming descriptors with engaging illustrations. Baby Ox is “strong,” “patient,” “honest,” and “determined”—qualities reinforced in each spread through simple, toddler-friendly scenarios. The declarative text connects each trait to concrete actions young children can understand and emulate. Sweet, rounded illustrations use a warm palette that celebrates Lunar New Year festivities while maintaining a contemporary, child-centric aesthetic. While the structure leans more descriptive than narrative, the consistent focus on positive traits makes this a heartening read. The second-to-final spread includes practical information about the five types of oxen in the Chinese zodiac cycle (Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, and Metal) and their associated birth years, making this both an introduction to zodiac concepts and a keepsake for families celebrating Lunar New Year.