Learn about taxes
Everyone has to navigate the tax filing process at some point, but not all tax situations are the same.
Watch these short videos to help you prepare for what you'll learn in the tax simulation lessons below.
Categorizing tax types
Calculating tax requirements
Evaluating the purpose of taxes
Tax Simulation
Lessons inspired by the real-world TurboTax tax filing software
Click the Filing Your Taxes digital lesson to begin. After you have completed your first tax lesson, explore how different life situations can impact tax filing.
20-25 min
Filing Your Taxes
Carlos learns how to file his taxes using tax preparation software.
5-10 min
Tax Credits for Families
Martin helps his family claim child deductions that they have missed in the past.
5-10 min
Taxes for Gig Workers
Chinwe is surprised to learn her gig-economy job is considered self-employment and that she needs to pay taxes.
5-10 min
Taxes for Students
Dana learns how to report tuition statements from her school and about claiming student loan interest and educational expenses on her taxes.
5-10 min
Taxes for Investments and Cryptocurrency
Ailani learns her responsibilities in reporting earnings from investments and cryptocurrency on her taxes.
Student testimonials
Let's hear what students are saying about their experience with our tax education curriculum!
Emerson S.
California
Since I am a high school senior applying for colleges and universities, learning about taxes could not have come at a better time. Ultimately, after completing the TurboTax Simulation, I feel much more confident in my knowledge of tax forms and how to file them.
Jesus C.
Connecticut
My biggest takeaway from the simulation is that anyone is capable of filing their taxes. No matter the language you speak, TurboTax will guide you throughout the whole process through pictures and clear instructions. There is no need to be afraid of mistakes or taxes.
Tanya V.
North Carolina
Through the TurboTax Simulation, I was able to gain hands-on experience in filing taxes that was realistic to my experience. The simulations also helped me to better understand tax forms, credits, and deductions that are relevant to my life.
Nathan T.
California
There are so many different parts of paying taxes and TurboTax has given me a thorough overview of the tax world and rules that apply. I was always overwhelmed to think about taxes but when you break it down into parts like this, it is much more manageable and easier for someone my age to…
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You can also learn about taxes through Intuit for Education with bite-sized, simulated activities that utilize real-world tax tools like TurboTax and QuickBooks.
Intuit for Education is a free financial literacy platform that offers a flexible and interactive curriculum with real-world tools to get students excited about finances and empower them to become the most financially savvy generation.