The doll’s golden curls are intact and soon her head is, too. One by one, the toys that show the wear and tear of love are restored for the holidays: sewn and combed, stuffed and dressed.

A poll of 2,000 U.S. parents of school-aged kids found that 63% believe if their kid plays with toys or dolls early in life, they’ll have an easier time fostering new friendships later in life.

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At an age when most girls have left toys behind in favour of make-up and nights out, Heather Nash is only truly learning the joy of playing with dolls. The 17-year-old collector, who lives with ...