Presented as if the reader is in the stands of the big top, this title in the Circus Science series places aerialists in the spotlight, along with the science that keeps them aloft. First up is the swinging trapeze, which demonstrates force, gravity, and friction through its pendulumlike motion, whereas static trapeze emphasizes a performer's balance (i.e., center of mass). Friction is key to an aerialist's ability to climb silks and corde lisse (rope); meanwhile, aerial hoop takes torque and angular momentum for a spin. The narrative text describes the movements of each performer, before highlighting the science in play. This is less about understanding exactly how this science works as it is about identifying the concepts and forces at work veral of which readers can test through suggested activities. A fun entry point for physics lessons.