Pranklab: Practical science pranks you and your victim can learn from
About this ebook
Created by a quantum physicist and two science educators, Pranklab is a STEM prank book like no other. Designed for kids ages 8–12, it turns everyday materials into laugh-out-loud experiments—blending hands-on fun with real science. With activities like Fountain Dew, Hunger Explosion, and Mind Control Elevator, kids explore pressure, chemical reactions, statistics, and more.
Inside the book, you'll find:
- 25 science-based pranks using household items
- Step-by-step guides and colorful illustrations
- Easy-to-understand science explanations
- Bonus trivia and fun facts to keep kids engaged
For curious minds, prank lovers, and future scientists, Pranklab is where science gets seriously silly.
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About the author
Chris Ferrie is an award-winning physicist and Senior Lecturer for Quantum Software and Information at the University of Technology Sydney. He has a Masters in applied mathematics, BMath in mathematical physics and a PhD in applied mathematics. He lives in Australia with his wife and children.
Byrne LaGinestra is a science communicator known for his unique approach to education. He has a diverse body of work from textbooks, children’s books and adult non-fiction to public presentations and podcasts. Based in Australia, his work has received widespread recognition both nationally and internationally. He has helped teachers, students, and enthusiasts alike learn to love science.
Wade David Fairclough is an Australian author and educator. His work has been nominated for multiple awards, such as the Australian Podcast of the Year—Science and Technology and has also charted on iTunes Comedy Podcast in Australia, Europe, and North America. He is the coauthor of Pranklab: 25 Hilarious Scientific Practical Jokes for Kids and 42 Reasons to Hate the Universe (And One Reason Not To).
