Most children were sent directly to the gas chambers when they arrived to Auschwitz

When Jewish families were deported to Auschwitz, children were often told to bring a small suitcase and one personal item.

Many chose a toy.

One survivor later described a little girl, about five years old, standing on the selection ramp after arrival.

An SS guard pointed… pic.twitter.com/evplht1UoN

— The Husky (@Mr_Husky1) February 25, 2026