Want to introduce young readers to new books? Want to highlight books with an authentic Welsh dimension? Want to discuss those books and stories?
The Tir na n-Og shadowing scheme is just the thing for you!
The Tir na n-Og shadowing scheme aims to raise awareness of the shortlisted books amongst young readers whilst they read and discuss them with like-minded peers. Readers can also vote for the Tir Na n-Og Readers’ Choice Award – a special award in each category chosen by children and young people who take part in the shadowing scheme.
Schools, libraries and other children’s reading groups can register to take part and be unofficial judges to choose a winner from the shortlisted books, with the guidance of the shadowing pack. The shadowing pack includes a summary of the books, comments from the official judges, information about the authors, games, and voting cards.
Register for the 2026 Shadowing Scheme (opens in new tab).
2026 Shadowing Scheme Resources
Welsh-language Primary Category 2026 (PDF)
Welsh-language Secondary Category 2026 (PDF)
English-language Category 2026 (PDF)
The winner of the English-language award will be announced on 9 May 2026. The winner of the Welsh-language awards will be announced at the Urdd Eisteddfod Ynys Môn on 28 May 2026.
Previous Shadowing Scheme Resources
Tir na n-Og 2025 Shadowing Rescources
Welsh-language Primary Category 2025 (PDF)
Welsh-language Secondary Category 2025 (PDF)
English-language Category 2025 (PDF)
Tir na n-Og 2024 Shadowing Rescources
Welsh-language Primary Category 2024 (PDF)
Welsh-language Secondary Category 2024 (PDF)
English-language Category 2024 (PDF)