Michal Snunit facts for kids
Michal Snunit (born in 1940) is a well-known Israeli journalist, editor, poet, and author. She is especially famous for writing books for children.
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Early Life and Education
Michal Snunit was born Michal Lerner in 1940. Her birthplace was Kibbutz Ein Hahoresh, a special community in Israel. Her parents, who were from Belgium, helped to start this kibbutz.
Michal went on to study at Tel Aviv University. There, she focused on Hebrew literature and theater. She later married Zvi Elpeleg, who passed away in June 2015.
Writing and Editing Career
Michal Snunit has had a busy career in writing and publishing. From 1975 to 1979, she worked as the editor of a weekly magazine. This means she was in charge of putting together the magazine each week.
Besides her work as an editor, Michal has written many articles. She often writes about children's literature. She has also created lyrics for children's musicals, which are like plays with songs.
The Soul Bird Book
One of Michal Snunit's most famous books is The Soul Bird. This is a beautiful story written like a poem. It helps children think about their feelings and their inner selves. The book talks about the special connection between us and our "soul."
The Soul Bird has been very popular. It has sold over 400,000 copies in Israel alone. People all over the world love it, and it has been translated into more than 25 languages. Many people compare its gentle wisdom to the famous book The Little Prince. Both books use simple, childlike language to share important ideas about life.
Awards and Recognition
Michal Snunit's writing has earned her special honors. In 2005, she received the Prime Minister's Prize for Hebrew Literary Works. This award celebrates important writers in Hebrew literature.
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