Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2016 i It GiRL

Hi girls, This is a special issue of It GiRL for two reasons. The first reason is that the magazine you're reading right now is the 50th issue of It GiRL! Can you believe that we are 50 issues old? It feels like only yesterday that we were putting together issue one and keeping our fingers crossed that you guys would like the magazine enough to keep reading it, and now here we are celebrating our 50th issue! Here's to another 50 issues and reaching the 100 mark! The second reason that this issue is special is because it's our bestie Issue. We've dedicated 10 pages to all things friendship and it all starts on page 23. Plus, what better reason is there to put our fave besties, Selena Gomez…

Top 3 YouTube stars you have to subscribe to this month… AWESOMENESSTV youtube.com/AwesomeTV Why you’ll love it: AwesomenessTv is where all your fave stars come together in daily clips! Subscribe to this channel for lifestyle, beauty, comedy sketches, drama and loads of laughs! Best Bit: Check out ‘Microwave Meals’ with vlogger, Mackenzie Marie. In this series she shows you how to make some super easy, yummy food! ROB’S WIFI youtube.com/robswifi Why you’ll love him: Rob is pretty new to the YouTube world. He popped up on our radar recently, and is a super social media sleuth! He’s gaining subscribers really quickly, by posting videos about Zoella and Alfie Deyes, as well as YouTube tips and tricks. Best Bit: In ‘The truth about Zalfie’, Rob takes down the trolls! TESS CHRISTINE…

FULL NAME: Sofía Daccarett Char BORN: April 10, 1993 FUN FACTS: Sofia speaks Spanish, English and French Her background is Colombian She is a Ross Lynch and One Direction fan She’s friends with Fifth Harmony She is trained in ballet, jazz, hip hop, flamenco, tap and contemporary Her fave Disney Princess is Belle from Beauty and the Beast Her fave food is Italian - she’s loves spaghetti TINY DANCER Sofia Carson was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA and started dance and singing classes when she was three. “I was three years old dancing and twirling around my house, dreaming of one day being able to sing and to act and to dance,” remembers Sofia. Her first role on a T.V. show was as a guest star on an episode…

the ingredients: 500g of support Whether your bestie is trying out for the school netball team or preparing to give a speech in English class, by encouraging your friend, she will feel loads more confident – it will be like she’s got her own personal cheer squad. Yay! 1 cup of trust For your bestie to trust you, she needs to know that you’re capable of keeping her secrets safe. Just like you would expect her to not blab to everyone about something you’ve told her in confidence, be sure to keep your lips sealed when it comes to keeping your friend’s secrets. 4 heaped tablespoons of enthusiasm Show a genuine interest in your friend’s life and be excited about her experiences and upcoming plans. Whether you’re giggling along with…

“I have a quirky fashion sense with a retro vibe.” SWEET URBAN HER TIPS ON HOW TO BE BOLDER WITH OUTFIT CHOICES... “Go to your closet and try to put random things together and see if any of them works. If it works, then go for it!” BREC REVEALS WHICH BELLA AND THE BULLDOGS CHARACTER’S STYLE SHE LIKES THE BEST... “If I could wear any of the Bella character’s clothes it would have to be Sophie’s. It’s like super urban, grunge, street clothing that’s still feminine and I would say that’s right up my alley. But I also like Pepper’s clothes ‘cause they’re kind of like vintage and have a preppy type feel, so maybe I’d mix them. But I’m probably furthest away from Bella believe it or not.” GET…

WHAT KIND OF LOLLIES ARE YOU MOST LIKE? Fairy floss – you’re a total softie M&Ms – a hard shell with a soft inside Jelly Beans – lots of flavour and personality WHEN YOUR PAL IS FEELING DOWN YOU: Ask her if she’s okay or if she needs to talk Invite her over after school as a distraction Write her a letter that will make her smile IT’S YOUR FRIEND’S BIRTHDAY, WHAT DO YOU DO? Make sure she has fun the whole day Organise a surprise party for her Take her to see a movie she’s been wanting to see YOU CALL YOUR BESTIE MOSTLY TO TALK ABOUT: What happened at school that day Your problems – she’s good at helping you solve them What’s on her mind – you…

ALL ABOUT THE... Meerkat Meerkats are omnivores which means they eat both plants and animals. They only grow to about 30 centimetres tall. They live in groups of 20 to 50 extended family members in large underground tunnels. One of the most important roles of a meerkat is that of the watch guard. One meerkat will act as a lookout for predators while its family is outside looking for food or having a play. Their eyes have a clear protective membrane that shields them from dirt while digging. MY DOG SIMON IS FIVE YEARS OLD AND HAS RECENTLY STARTED SNORING. AT FIRST IT WASN'T TOO BAD BUT LATELY IT'S GOTTEN WORSE. IS THIS NORMAL FOR DOGS? Snoring is caused by the restrictions in airflow when we breathe in. This restriction…

OLIVIA'S FLYING MEMORY! Olivia Holt reveals the one time she bickered with her sister about who was going to have the window seat! Going on an aeroplane with family and friends can be a lot of fun, but Olivia Holt remembers one trip when she really wanted to sit in the window seat! "I've been flying on aeroplanes ever since I was really little," says Olivia. "One time I was sitting next to my sister, fighting over who got to sit by the window because we both wanted to look outside. I had never imagined looking down below before” Oh, and in case you were wondering, the girls worked out a solution and both took turns! HOT NEW SHOW! Get set for a giggle-fest with Disney Channel's all-new, Bizaardvark. Tune…

SPIDER-MAN (PS4) The developer who created Ratchet & Clank is working on a new Spider-Man game and it’s looking incredible. There will be a fully open New York City to explore through web-slinging, or parkour-like climbing controls. We’ve also been promised a completely unique new story, not tied into any of the movies or comics. Sounds fantastic! EVER OASIS (3DS) Nintendo has revealed a brand new RPG for the 3DS and it is looking gorgeous. We don’t know too much yet, but the story involves a young seedling called Tethu who must locate her older brother. This requires you to go on quests and form a party, but before that, you also need to build and form your own town. So it has some creation gameplay, as well as a…

SO RANDOM! THAT SMELL AFTER IT RAINS IS CAUSED BY BACTERIA CALLED ACTINOMYCETES WHICH GROWS IN SOIL. IF YOU KEEP A GOLDFISH IN A DARK ROOM IT WILL EVENTUALLY GO PALE. YOU CAN’T HUM WHILE HOLDING YOUR NOSE. LOL LOL LOL! HEEHEE, VERY CLEVER! THANKS TO AMELIA FROM CAIRNS, QLD, FOR EMAILING THIS TO US! SEND YOUR PICS TO: ITGIRL@NUCLEAR.COM.AU WE MINNIE! Everyone loves Minnie Mouse - she’s cute, romantic and has a flair for fashion - what’s not to love! Turns out our fave Hollywood stars love Minnie just as much as we do... Take a look! TREND-O-METRE HOT It’s nearly spring! Winter wasn’t too bad, but we’re so ready for warm sunny days! It GiRL celebrating 50 issues! We’re so proud of this huge achievement... Go us! The…

LETTER WE LOVE THIS MONTH Dear It GiRL, I am obsessed with your magazine. Mum said she wasn’t going to buy it for me anymore, so I came to an agreement with her. We agreed that if I could save half of the subscription cost on my own, then she would pay the other half, and guess what? I am now a subscriber to It GiRL! It took me nearly two months to save up (and I had to do chores!) but it was worth it! CHARLI, 10, SYDNEY, NSW Hi It GiRL mag, I love, love, love your magazine so much! The posters are my favourite part but I also love Whoa, Fashionista and the animal page. I can’t wait until your next issue is on sale! LULU, 10,…

FACT FILE AGE: 7 SIBLINGS: a brother called Jackson and sister, Sienna NICKNAMES: Roxy FAVE COLOUR: Pink FAVE SHOP: Jill and Jack (jillandjack.com.au) FAVE TV SHOW: Mr Bean FAVE ANIMAL: Dolphin FUN FACTS: • I can’t live without my family • I’m really good at calming babies • I’m good at fake crying • I love hanging out with my dad • I’m pretty • I’m good at music All About Me WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT SCHOOL is home time! My least favourite thing about school is having to go to after school care because the people are bossy there. I DO SWIMMING AND TENNIS. Swimming is fun and I am better than all the boys at tennis. I am awesome at everything I do! I RECENTLY WENT…

ZENDAYA WANTS TO BE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL Many fans around the world look up to Zendaya and the star takes being a role model very seriously. “You’ve got to realise those Twitter followers, those kids who watch you, that’s technically power,” she explained. “So, to me, I have a responsibility or a duty to the people who watch me to promote positive things, or to show them positive things, or to enlighten them…” We think Z is one of the best role models in Hollywood right now, and that’s why we love her! EMMA’S SCARED OF SINGING Emma Watson is super-excited to be playing Belle in the upcoming Disney flick, Beauty and the Beast, but she’s a little terrified of one thing... singing! “I sing, so that’s really unexpected,”…

HOLD BOOK SWAPS WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. Pass on a book you’ve loved reading and when your friend is finished, tell them to pass it on too. SAY ‘THANK YOU’ AND REALLY MEAN IT. Whether it’s to your mum who cooks your dinner each night or to your bestie who always saves a seat for you on the school bus, making the people around you feel truly appreciated will also make you feel good. COMPLIMENT OTHERS Not only will you make someone else’s day but you’ll also feel fab for making them happy. Easy! BE CONSIDERATE By doing small, thoughtful things like helping a friend with their homework or offering them your spare jumper when they’re cold, you could be making a big difference to their day.…

“My style is bohemian chic. I like vintage pieces that create something special and different. ”Veronica Dunne Stay hydrated... like Kendall! When it comes to beauty tips Kendall Jenner has one that we can, and should, all follow. “Keeping hydrated and drinking a lot of water is always good for you and for your skin,” says Kendall. She’s totally right, water is a nutrient your body needs, so what are you waiting for? Drink up! This gift set contains five glow-in-the-dark nail polishes. Just paint your nails and expose them to sunlight and then watch them glow in the dark! Chi Chi Glow in the Dark Nail Set, $16.95, Chi Chi available at Myer, myer.com.au This refreshing body mist has a yummy light mango scent and will…

In your accessory and make up bags you guys: 1 Are totally opposite because you like different things 2 Have some items that are different but mostly the same 3 Pfft! What’s hers is mine and what’s mine is hers there is no such thing as separate! SISTERS! When you have a sleep over you: 1 Watch a movie and go to sleep 2 Watch the movie and talk all the way through it 3 Pick the same movie and can quote it out loud together When you are going out together you: 1 Get ready at your house and meet her there 2 Talk on the phone about what you are wearing and go to each others house to go to the party together 3 Get ready together using…

Kubo and the Two Strings OUT AUG 18 Kubo's world comes crashing down when he accidentally summons a vengeful spirit from the past. Now on the run, and armed with a magical instrument, Kubo joins forces with Beetle and Monkey to battle the Moon King and other gods and monsters to save his family and solve the mystery of his fallen father. The Secret Life of Pets OUT SEPTEMBER 8 Max is a spoiled terrier who enjoys a comfortable life in a New York building until his owner adopts Duke, a giant and unruly canine. During their walk outside, they encounter a group of ferocious alley cats and wind up in a truck that's bound for the pound. What happens next? Watch and find out! FUN BITES The latest movie…

LATEST MUSIC OUT NOW! In Stereo THE SPEED OF SOUND EP There's no stopping Aussie boys, In Stereo! After a hugely successful start to the year, the band isn't wasting any time! 'The Speed Of Sound' is their second EP (extended play) and features six awesome songs including, 'The Speed of Sound', 'Perfect 10' and 'Dear Diary'. 5SOS GIRLS TALK BOYS SINGLE The new single from Aussie band, 5 Seconds of Summer is taken from the Ghostbusters soundtrack. "The song is just fantastic and it also fits in with where the band's sound is going," said band member, Ashton. "We're so excited for fans to hear our new direction of music." Delta Goodrem WINGS OF THE WILD ALBUM Delta is back on top with her new album, 'Wings Of The…

ALL PROMOTIONS 1. Information on how to enter and prizes form part of the conditions of entry. Entry into issue 50 promotions deems acceptance of these conditions of entry. 2. Enter as many times as you wish, but each written entry must be on an original entry form. The competitions commence on 04/08/16 at 9am EST and close on 15/09/16 at 5pm unless otherwise stated on the promotion. 3. Entry is open to all residents of Australia and New Zealand (unless otherwise stated) except employees and immediate families of the promoter and associated companies and agencies unless otherwise stated on the promotion. The promoter is Nuclear Media & Publishing. Phone: (02) 7900-6786. All prizes will be drawn on 16/09/16 at 5pm unless otherwise stated on the promotion. 4. Prizes are…

MAKE IT MAGIC NAIL FACTORY, $28, SELECTED WILD SCIENCE ITEMS AVAILABLE AT AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHIC, BIG W AND DAVID JONES STORES This awesome science experiment teaches you about nail health and how to look after your nails. It also shows you how to make your own custom nail polishes with unique solar colour change and glow-in-the-dark effects. WATCH IT VTECH KIDIZOOM SMART WATCH DX, $89.95, AVAILABLE FROM TARGET AND TOY RETAILERS The Kidizoom Smart Watch DX is so much more than just a watch! You can customise your own clock face, and there’s also an alarm, calendar, timer and stopwatch feature, too. Plus it also includes a pedometer, eight games, has a touch screen and can take photos and videos. So cool! PLAY IT SPLIT SECOND, $39.95, AVAILABLE WHERE ALL GOOD…

CARNIVAL CHUNDER My family is good friends with another family that lives on our street and one day we all went to a carnival together. We were having lots of fun until our neighbour’s son dared me to go on the roller coaster with him three times in a row. I normally love the roller coaster so I said yes. On the last ride, though, I started to feel sick and thought I was going to vomit. I managed to hold it in during the ride, but when we came to a stop I couldn’t hold it anymore and vomited all over the carriage and on the neighbour’s son! It was sooo embarrassing and disgusting! FRANCESCA, 11, SA ARTY FARTY My class was on an excursion to the art gallery…

DOVE LOVES SELENA! When asked who the one person she looks up to is Dove Cameron answered without hesitation. “Selena, I think definitely,” said Dove.”She’s like the nicest, most grounded, genuine person. I just really look up to her now.” Aw, Selena is pretty awesome so we understand why Dove admires her so much, but we think Dove is pretty amazing as well! KIRA IS AN ACTION FIGURE! Kira Kosarin has her own doll and she’s freaking out about it! “GUYS I’M AN ACTION FIGURE!? Excuse me while I geek the literal heck out. #DangerAndThunder,” she wrote on her Twitter page alongside this cute pic! SHAWN THE GRADUATE! Congratulations are in order for singer Shawn Mendes because the star recently graduated from high school! In between going on world tours,…

1 If I Ever Fall in Love FT JASON DERULO PENTATONIX ORIGINAL It’s so cool to hear the gang team up with Jason Derulo on an original track! 2 Happy PHARRELL WILIAMS COVER If you thought the original was catchy, you will love this super cover. 3 Royals LORDE COVER Just…Wow. This YouTube clip has been viewed over 62 million times and we know exactly why! 4 No MEGHAN TRAINOR COVER The group covers this sassy number from Meghan…we could listen to it all day. 5 Evolution PENTATONIX ORIGINAL Give yourself a music history lesson with this cool mash-up of songs through the ages.…

KENDALL & Gigi “I think Kendall and I have a really good friendship in the sense that we have different career paths but we’re both on equal points in our careers and really understand each other,” explains Gigi. “She’s really great at checking in with me and if she’s bothered by something I try to help her out.” SABRINA & Rowan These girls are one of our fave besties in Hollywood – they’re always giving us reasons to love them! One of those reasons happened earlier this year when Rowan Blanchard took an online quiz about herself and shared that she only got eight answers out of 10 correct. In swoops Sabrina Carpenter, who tweeted that she got a perfect score, which prompted Row to give her buddy the ever-so-fitting…

1 You get easily annoyed with anyone who is… A Unpredictable B Boring C Indecisive D Insensitive E Too serious 2 You think it is important to: A Follow the rules. After all, rules are in place for a reason. B Always leave the house looking your best. C Just go with the flow. D Remember to treat others the way you like to be treated. E Laugh as much as you can. 3 Your motto is, “It’s not whether you win or lose… ” A “It’s how you play the game.” B “It’s how you look when you’re playing.” C “It’s all about winning.” D “It’s teamwork that counts.” E “It’s whether you’re having tons of fun.” 4 You’re deciding what to wear out shopping with friends. You dress……

INSTAX MINI 8 The Instax Mini 8 by Fujifilm is a fun camera that makes taking photos exciting! It’s super easy to use and gives you instant pictures which you can keep forever. Plus, with Instax crafting accessories you can get extra creative with your photos by adding stickers, photo frames and more! We have one Instax Mini 8 camera and five 10 packs of film up for grabs! WILD SCIENCE Wild Science is a range of collectable science kits which not only teach you cool scientific concepts and skills, but they’re also totally fun. You can make things like your own nail polish, lip balm and more! We have five Wild Science prize packs to give away. Each pack includes: 1 x Bubble Builder Studio, 1 x Magic Nail…

virgo AUG 23 - SEP 22 YOU: If a friend is always copying your work or disturbing you in class, it's time to have a chat to her and put an end to it. THIS MONTH: You usually like to be in charge, but sometimes you have to sit back and let someone else take the reins. DESTINY: Little miracles happen every day, you just have to know how to recognise them when they happen. FAMOUS VIRGO: Beyoncé. Her birthday is September 4, 1981. All About Virgo... BEST QUALITIES: They are thoughtful, sensitive, intelligent, efficient and perfectionists. SYMBOL: The Maiden. THE SYMBOL REPRESENTS: Compassion, caring, pure and tender-hearted. BIRTHSTONE: Sapphire BIRTH COLOURS: Earth tones, orange and yellow. ELEMENT: Earth libra SEP 23 - OCT 22 YOU: Do you have too…

Bonjour France! QuickFACTS France is a country in Europe that shares it’s borders with Andorra, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Spain, and Switzerland. French is the official language, and is the second most studied language in the world after English. The capital of France is Paris, also known as the ‘city of love’ as well as being known for its shopping, funky fashion and busy streets. Did you know there’s only one stop sign in the entire city of Paris? Wow! FantasticFOODS French cuisine is very hearty and full of flavour. Pot-au-Feu is the national dish of France - it’s a stew with beef steak, vegetables and spices. The French people are also really fond of their yummy croissants and pastries, as well as frogs legs and even snails! Sadly,…

ALL THE LATEST DVDS Kung Fu Panda 3 Out Now After reuniting with his long-lost father, Po must transition from student to teacher and train a group of fun-loving, clumsy pandas to become martial arts fighters. Together, the kungfu brethren unite to take on the evil Kai, a supernatural warrior who becomes stronger with each battle. Little Savages Out Now When siblings Albie and Tiffany are sent to the charming town of Culver to stay with their quirky Aunt Jackie, they encounter a crew of junkyard misfit kids called the Little Savages. Soon they are in a race against bullies to find a treasure hidden by an eccentric philanthropist. The Divergent Series: Allegiant Out Now In the third installment of the Divergent Series, we see Tris and Four enter a…

NEW XBOX CONSOLES Microsoft announced two new consoles. One, the Xbox One S, is a slim version of the console out this month; it’s white and 40% smaller. They’re also making a whole new console that’s a lot more powerful for Christmas 2017. It’s called Xbox One Scorpio. So cool! LEGO DIMENSIONS Awesome toys-to-life game Lego Dimensions is getting a bunch of new additions; expect characters and levels based on Ghostbusters, Harry Potter, Adventure Time, Mission: Impossible, Sonic The Hedgehog, Teen Titans Go!, The Powerpuff Girls and more. NEW SKYLANDERS SHOW As well as a new Skylanders game where you can customise your own hero – called Skylanders Imaginators - Netflix has announced it is creating two seasons of a new animated series called Skylanders Academy. We're very excited by…

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