Hot Coal Walking, Hooping, and Other Mystifying Circus Science

by Alicia Z. Klepeis

Overview

Ever watch the circus and wonder, "how do they do that?" Find the answers in this book! Readers will learn about some of the most mystifying circus acts, from rola bola to hot coal walking, and the science that makes them possible. Short, simple activities help demonstrate the science for readers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515772811
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	08/01/2017
Series:	Circus Science
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.31(d)
Lexile:	780L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 14 Years

About the Author

From jellybeans to strange snakes, Alicia Klepeis loves to research fun and out-of-the-ordinary topics that make nonfiction exciting for readers. Alicia Klepeis began her career at the National Geographic Society. Alicia’s travels have taken her from Singapore to Sydney to Sumbawa. Everywhere she goes she samples the local ice cream, gum, and candy options. Alicia has written several books and magazine articles for many markets, and is currently working on several nonfiction projects on international food, cool inventions, and world cultures. She lives with her family in upstate New York.

Table of Contents

Welcome to the Circus! 4

Bed of Nails 6

Juggling 8

Hot Coal Walking 10

Hula Hooping 12

Diabolo 14

Unicycling 16

Rola Bola 18

Stilt Walking 20

Plate Spinning 22

Globe Walking 24

Pogo Sticks 26

Safety at the Circus 28

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32

Interviews

• Each spread describes one circus act and then explains the science behind it • Science concepts broken down into easy-to-understand language • Sidebars with a simple activities that demonstrate the science being discussed

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2017
Gr 5–8—Step right up for an exciting glimpse into the inner workings of circus performances and wonders. In each book, information is presented very effectively and enticingly, with definitions provided at the bottom of their page and "Circus Fact" callouts. Photographs of the circus are aesthetically pleasing. An appropriately titled segment, "Don't try this at home, try this instead," suggests experiments for thrill-seeking readers to mimic the death-defying stunts featured but on a much smaller scale (e.g., a water bottle rocket as opposed to a human cannonball). Safety is also discussed throughout. Visual presentation is exceptional; titles are also well organized, with numerous nonfiction text features. VERDICT Highly recommended for libraries where science, entertainment, and the circus are popular.

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