Resilient Child

"Invisible Scars" delves into the lives of children who immigrate to the United States with their parents, often entering the country illegally. These children face unique and profound challenges, including the trauma of their journey, the stress of adapting to a new culture, and the psychological impacts of their experiences. The story explores their struggle with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other mental health issues as they navigate their new reality.

Brandon the blackberry is no less than a unique and extra caring kid. What makes him sensitive is the remarks and taunts directed at him by some kids. Brandon is regularly bullied by those he wants to befriend, and this situation crushes him and creates confusion in his mind. He is stuck between the nice words he receives from his parents, who constantly remind him that a kid must be good to others, and the bullying he experiences every day. Brandon spends time figuring out how to make friends and be accepted.

Meet Rob and Kev. They play games together, laugh together and go to school together. They have lots of other friends. But Rob always has Kev. And Kev always has Rob. When their teacher, Ms Phelps, asks the class to think of their hero, Kev knows exactly who to pick: the fast, brave and strong captain of the Roaring Bears rugby team! Rob, however, feels unsure. Do heroes really have to be big and strong? Before long, Rob and Kev start to realise that perhaps being a hero isn't all about strength and muscles– it's much, much more than that . . .