Franklin is excited because his birthday is approaching closer and he wants to have a party so all his friends can celebrate the big day with him; on the other hand, he thinks it won't be much fun to hold his birthday party at home, but his parents help make the party extra special. However, Franklin gets carried away with his party plans and offers to let Goose, Beaver, Badger, Rabbit, Snail, and all the rest join Franklin's parents in creating a spectacular celebration that Franklin will never forget.; All of Franklin's friends love the nickname that Franklin thought up for Bear, except for Bear himself. The nickname game soon turns up into a bad name game.