Discusses the planning and designing that go into parades around the country, such as the Rose Bowl and Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and describes the work of the many participants, including costumers, musicians, float builders, publicity people, judges, and television teams.A look at the people behind the scenes of some great parades--planners and designers, engineers and musicians, craftsmen, TV crews and commentators, stars, judges, and even teenage volunteers