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I have to change my mind about play or about orphanages, I am not sure which. I recently observed a couple of three-year-olds, institutionalised since birth, playing co-operatively with a fold-out doll's house and all its miniature accoutrements. They looked more busy than cheerful. I was struck by how intent they were, engrossed in their game as they moved toys around, not squabbling, but not talking either. The little girl just about spared me a glance. The boy did not look round at all. I found...