LEVSTIK AWARD
The Levstik Award for Lifetime Achievements in Children’s Literature (Writing)
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Niko Grafenauer
12/5/1940
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Niko Grafenauer is one of the best contemporary Slovenian poets writing for children and adults. Most Slovenian schoolchildren have heard at the very least of Pedenjped – and many know one or two of his poems by heart. His writing for children also includes some radio dramas and puppet shows. Grafenauer has also left an indelible mark as an editor of children’s literature.