Amira and Leila's loving father who encourages Amira's curiosity and creativity, offering her a twig as a tool to explore her passions.

Amira and Leila's strong mother, who holds traditional views on a woman's role and is protective of her family.

Amira's imaginative and strong-willed younger sister, who overcomes her physical disability to play and explore with her best friend.

An elderly neighbor and friend of Amira's family, who values education and becomes a teacher and protector for Amira.

A young boy from Amira's village, the same age as Leila, who experiences trauma but finds healing through art and friendship.

Amira's best friend, whose family's move to the city and enrollment in school inspires Amira's dreams and hopes for the future.

A Sudan Relief worker who visits Kalma, providing Amira with a special red pencil that encourages her love for learning and self-expression.