Yes, the issue is that the kids were listed on your return. With them being on your return, they were considered your dependents.
The only way for her to file her return with the kids listed as dependents is to Paper File her return.
You are correct that you must file an amended return, removing the kids as dependents. Just be aware, you may owe the IRS for additional taxes due to removing the kids as dependents.
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