雅努什．柯札克（Janusz Korczak）

About the Author

Janusz Korczak, the revered Polish-Jewish educator, pediatrician, and children's author, dedicated his life to championing the rights and well-being of children in an era marked by profound social and historical upheaval. Born in 1878 in Warsaw, he blended his medical expertise with a profound humanistic philosophy, advocating for children's autonomy, dignity, and emotional development. Korczak's innovative approaches to education emphasized empathy, self-governance, and respect, influencing generations of pedagogues worldwide. As director of orphanages in Warsaw, he implemented progressive methods that treated children as equals, even amidst the horrors of World War II. Tragically, he perished in 1942 at Treblinka, refusing to abandon the children under his care. His enduring legacy, captured in poignant writings like 'How to Love a Child: Notes on Education by the Father of Polish Children's Rights (Grow up) (Traditional Chinese Edition),' continues to inspire advocates for child welfare globally.