Do not amend until your original return has been fully processed, and then if you need to amend to claim the children you can do so.
To claim a grandchild as your dependent
When you enter the child’s name in Personal Info, you will be asked “What’s your relationship to [child’s name]?”
Choose “another person”
a drop down menu will appear that lets you choose grandchild
The Form 1040X you need should be available by March 25.
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