Once upon a time, in the enchanting land of Limited Edition Land, there lived a black panther named Mel. Mel was known for his sleek black fur and his thoughtful, kind nature. He loved exploring the lush forests and playing with his friends, but lately, something was different.

Mel often felt sad and tired, even when he was surrounded by his friends. He didn’t feel like playing or doing the things he loved. His friends noticed that Mel seemed different, and they were worried about him.

One day, their teacher, Mrs. Owl, gathered all the animals in the classroom for a special lesson. She explained that everyone feels sad or upset sometimes, but sometimes those feelings can become overwhelming and last for a long time. She told them that this is called depression.

Mel listened carefully, and he felt a mix of emotions. He was relieved to know that what he was feeling had a name, but he was also scared to talk about it. Mrs. Owl noticed Mel’s expression and asked if he wanted to share anything with the class.

Taking a deep breath, Mel stood up and bravely explained, “I think I have depression. It’s like a dark cloud that follows me around, making everything feel heavy and sad. Even though I want to be happy and play, it’s hard for me sometimes.”

The class was quiet, but then one by one, Mel’s friends spoke up. They shared their support and understanding, telling Mel that they were there for him no matter what. They didn’t judge him; instead, they admired his courage for speaking up.

From that day on, Mel felt a little lighter knowing that he had friends who understood him. He still had bad days, but now he knew he wasn’t alone. And whenever he felt overwhelmed, he knew he could talk to his friends or Mrs. Owl.

Mel’s story taught everyone in the class about the importance of talking about their feelings and supporting each other. And Mel learned that it’s okay to ask for help and that his friends would always be there for him, just as he was there for them.