"It's the first day of school. Max's mom is convinced that he'll be tickled pink today, but just to be sure, Max takes Mr. Kalamazoo, his stuffed bear, with him protection. During the day, things take a turn for the worse. Max and Mr. Kalamazoo are even sent home. And then a classmate with a pink backpack shows up. Maybe Max's mom will be right after all..."--Jacket flap.