Michal Snunit facts for kids
Michal Snunit (born in 1940) is a famous Israeli writer. She is also a journalist and used to edit magazines. Michal Snunit writes beautiful poems and books, especially for children.
Her Early Life
Michal Lerner was born in a place called Kibbutz Ein Hahoresh. A kibbutz is a special community in Israel where people live and work together. Her parents, who came from Belgium, helped start this kibbutz. Michal studied Hebrew literature and theater at Tel Aviv University. She is married to Zvi Elpeleg.
Michal Snunit's Writing Journey
From 1975 to 1979, Michal Snunit worked as an editor for a weekly magazine. Besides her books for young readers, she has written articles about children's books. She also wrote songs for children's musicals.
The Soul Bird
Her most famous book is The Soul Bird. This poetic story helps children understand the connection between themselves and their inner feelings, or "soul." It has sold over 400,000 copies in Israel. The book has also been translated into more than 25 different languages.
Many people compare The Soul Bird to Saint-Exupéry's The Little Prince. Both books use simple language that children can understand. However, they share deep and important messages about life and feelings.
In 2005, Michal Snunit received the Prime Minister's Prize for Hebrew Literary Works. This award celebrates her important contributions to Hebrew literature.
