 TITLE: The Child Tax Credit Explained CONTENT: How Do I Qualify for the Child Tax Credit?\n------------------------------------------\nBeyond the income threshold, you must meet additional requirements to qualify for the child tax credit. For you to receive this credit, the following must all apply:\n*   The child is younger than 17 at the end of the tax year\n*   You claim the child as a dependent on your taxes\n*   The child lives with you for at least half of the year\n*   The child is a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national or a resident alien\nThe child tax credit applies to each qualifying child in your household, which especially helps if you have a large family. If you have two qualifying children, you could apply for a tax credit of $4,000. With five qualifying children, your credit would be worth $10,000. END