Perfect for Ages 12-18
The Only Online Academy Teaching Teens Ideas Most Adults Don't Know
36 video courses on economics, civics, history, and critical thinking. The subjects that actually prepare your teen for life.
7 Million Copies Sold
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36
Different Courses
318
Engaging Lessons
30
Expert Teachers
93%
Retention Rate
Why Parents Choose Us
Critical Gaps in Education
Only 13% of eighth graders are proficient in American history. Schools are leaving critical gaps in economic and civic education.
The Passive Learning Problem
Most teens aren't developing the critical thinking skills needed to analyze information and form their own informed opinions.
Values Disconnect
Finding educational content that aligns with your family's values while still being engaging is nearly impossible.
Hundreds of Video Lessons
The Psychology of Persuasion
The Psychology of Persuasion
Uncover the secrets of effective communication and influence. Your teen will understand the motivations behind human behavior.
The Power of Propaganda
Become an Effective Debater
Brain Busters
How to Write and Speak Persuasively
Character
Character
Learn essential traits that shape strong and honorable character: integrity, empathy, and resilience.
Ten Tips for Teens
Leadership & Self-Confidence
Emotional Intelligence & Personal Growth
Succeed in Your Life by Helping Others Succeed in Theirs
World History
World History
Explore the turning points of recent world history—from revolutions and world wars to social movements and global conflicts—as we uncover how the past century continues to shape our world today and the choices we face tomorrow.
The Dangerous Isms
Patterns of History
The History of European Civilization
Domino Effect: Foreign Intervention and the Two World Wars
U.S. History
U.S. History
Take a journey to the past to analyze the brilliant ideas that have influenced our world today as well as learn from the many mistakes, so we aren’t doomed to repeat them.
The Eight Worst Presidents
Conspiracy and Catastrophe
What Led to the United States?
What Can We Learn From American History?
Civics
Civics
Not your typical Civics 101. These courses explain how the government was supposed to work...and provide many examples of how it has gone awry.
Bill of Rights Basics
Constitutional Competency: Understanding US Law
The Ten Worst SCOTUS Cases
How the System REALLY Works
Economics
Economics
Empower your teen with a solid understanding of free market principles and how it helps everyone have the opportunity to prosper.
Economics for Everyday Life
The Economic Way of Thinking
Economic Myth Busters
The Economics of Globalization
Finances
Finances
Learn how to make informed decisions about saving, giving, and spending while navigating inflation. Develop habits for lifelong financial success!
The World of Investing
Money Mastery
How to Make Money
Adulting 101: How to Save and Spend Wisely
Logic & Critical Thinking
Logic & Critical Thinking
Empower your teen to critically analyze information and situations, so they can navigate life's challenges with confidence and make well-informed choices.
Problem Solving Strategies
Fallacies and Biases, Oh My
Detecting Deception: A Masterclass in Misinformation
Ten Steps to Develop Critical Thinking
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
Young people can do great things! With practical advice and inspiring success stories, these courses will help teens gain the skills and confidence to create their own businesses.
The Fundamentals of Business
Turn a Hobby into a Profitable Small Business
Case Studies for Success
How to Think Like an Entrepreneur
7 Million Copies Sold
What Makes Tuttle Twins Academy Different
Expert-Led Video Courses
30 instructors who live what they teach. Real economists, historians, and entrepreneurs in short, engaging lessons your teen can watch at their own pace.
Critical Thinking Focus
We don’t tell teens what to think—we give them tools to analyze, question, and form their own well-reasoned conclusions.
Family Discussions
Your 14-year-old pauses at dinner and says, "Wait, so the government can just print money whenever it wants? Why doesn't anyone talk about that?"
Based on Classic Works
Led by values-driven experts teaching freedom, entrepreneurship, and critical thinking through real-world lessons.
Real-World Application
Teens start recognizing economic principles in everyday life, from the grocery store to news headlines.
Proven Results
Trusted by 500,000+ families with 7 million+ books sold. Real families, real results, real transformation.
7 Million Copies Sold
Real Results from Real Families
Choose Your Academy Plan
Meet The Teachers
Activating the Next Generation of Free Thinkers
Elisabeth O'Quinn
Finance Professional
Money Mastery
Elisabeth O'Quinn
Elisabeth O'Quinn
Finance Professional
Money Mastery
Wakefield Hare
Wakefield Hare
Certified Financial Planner
Adulting 101: How to Save and Spend Wisely
Senator Mike Lee
Senator Mike Lee
U.S. Senator and Lawyer
The Ten Worst SCOTUS Cases
Mike Traywick
Mike Traywick
Lawyer & Entrepreneur
Ten Steps to Develop Critical Thinking
Mr. C
Mr. C
History Professor
Constitutional Competency: Understanding US Law
Katie Kimball
Katie Kimball
Entrepreneur and Cooking Teacher
How to Think Like an Entrepreneur
How We Compare
Tuttle Twins
Others
Story-Based Learning (93% Retention)
Economics Curriculum for Teens
Learn from Expert Instructors
Physical & Digital Content you Own
One-time Lifetime Access Option
7+ Million Copies Sold
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages is the Academy designed for?
The Tuttle Twins Academy is specifically designed for ages 12-18. The content uses engaging storytelling and real-world examples that resonate with teens while teaching complex economic and civic concepts. Younger students (ages 5-11) should start with our illustrated book series, which we can recommend based on your child's reading level.
Is this too political or biased?
We're transparent: we teach principles of liberty, free markets, and personal responsibility from a libertarian/classical liberal perspective. However, we focus on developing critical thinking skills—teaching students to question ALL authority (including us!) and form their own reasoned conclusions. We're not telling kids what to think; we're giving them tools to think for themselves. Many families appreciate that we don't pretend to be "neutral" while actually promoting other viewpoints.
How does this work with homeschooling?
The Academy works perfectly as a social studies/civics/economics curriculum component for homeschoolers. Lessons are self-paced, include discussion questions and activities, and cover topics many homeschool curricula skip. Many families use it for ages 12+ while using our illustrated books for younger children (ages 5-11).
Can my teen in public/private school still benefit?
Absolutely! Many families use the Academy to supplement traditional schooling, providing perspectives and topics their teens aren't getting elsewhere. It's perfect for after-school learning and creates great opportunities for family discussions about current events and real-world applications.
What if my teen doesn't engage with it?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. That said, our story-based approach achieves 93% retention rates (vs. 13% for traditional textbooks), and most families report their teens actively asking for more lessons. We also offer a free first lesson so you can try before committing.
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How is lifetime access different from annual?
Lifetime access is a one-time payment of $559 that gives you unlimited access forever to all current AND future courses we create. Annual access is $299/year and renews each year. If you plan to use the Academy for more than 2 years or have multiple teens, lifetime is the better value. Plus, all future courses we add are included free with lifetime access.
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