Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2022 i It GiRL

Hi everyone, It's been such a fun month at It GiRL, mainly because it's our 10th birthday! We are double digits - can you believe that? I've had such a fun time celebrating with the team, inbetween trying to put this issue together, of course. After all, it can't be all play and no work! I'm so excited that our cover star for our tenth birthday edition is the super cool Karma Grant from the Netflix show, Karma's World. Turn to page 18 to meet all her friends and family and read all about her love for music! Also this issue, we celebrate International Friendship Day on July 30 with our very own friendship special which starts on page 26. That's about it from me, enjoy the rest of your…

One RELAX Take warm bubble baths before bed - not only will it help you sleep, but you’ll feel nice and toasty when you get into your PJs! Two BE A BOOKWORM Pick up that book you’ve been wanting to read, or the latest issue of It GiRL, grab a blanket, get comfy and start reading. Three HAVE A MOVIE MARATHON Invite your besties over, pop some popcorn, make some hot chocolate (don’t forget the marshmallows!), and spend the afternoon snuggled under a blanket. 4 STAY INDOORS WE DON’T MEAN STAY LOCKED UP AT HOME! GO SHOPPING, CATCH A MOVIE AT THE CINEMA OR GRAB YOUR FRIENDS AND GO BOWLING. Five GET ACTIVE The best way to stay warm is to get moving! So join a team sport, go ice-skating…

SOCIAL CELEBS DIXIE D’AMELIO Social media star, Dixie D’Amelio has been thrown into the spotlight from a young age and over the years she’s been very upfront with her followers about how she sometimes struggles with big feelings and her mental health. But, opening up to her fans has helped her grow a lot as a person! “I’ve grown up emotionally where I can talk about things more openly, which is really important to me, like to share mental health stories and things that mean a lot to me,” she says. “I’m definitely a lot more confident, a lot more comfortable with myself. I just feel happier.” Aww! WWW.ITGIRL-TECHHEAD.COM.AU @dixiedamelio OMG! The low-down on text talk Don’t know your OMGs from your BRBs? This guide will have you texting like…

LETTER WE LOVE THIS MONTH To It GiRL, My name is Hallie and you guys rock my world! I am 11 years old and I have been collecting your magazine for a year and a half now. My fave parts in It GiRL are Whoa!, Destiny, It GiRL of the Month, LOL and The Last Page. But there really isn't a page in the mag I don't like. Even if there is a story on something that I'm not really interested in, I still read it because I don't like to leave any page unread! HALLIE, 11, HOVE, SA Dear It GiRL, My name is Sakina and I am nine years old. I love Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter and Taylor Swift. I get excited whenever you have posters…

MEET: Nora All About Me MY FAVOURITE THING ABOUT SCHOOL IS that I’m able to see my friends. My least favourite thing is homework! I LOVE TO PLAY BASKETBALL. I train once a week. I’m also a supporter of the Sydney Kings and have been to some of their games before. A COOL THING THAT I DID RECENTLY IS watch a movie in Gold Class with my Mum. I AM TOTALLY OBSESSED WITH everything that is tie dyed! MY HOBBIES INCLUDE basketball and riding my scooter with my Dad. I’ve also been playing the drums for almost three years. A QUIRKY THING ABOUT ME IS that I am really good at impersonating the members of my family. WHEN I AM OLDER I HOPE TO BE a nurse. I CAN’T LIVE…

“ON MY BIRTHDAYS I DON’T USUALLY HAVE PARTIES. ALL MY FRIENDS JUST COME OVER TO MY HOUSE AND WE GET A RIDICULOUS AMOUNT OF BAD FOOD, LIKE DONUTS AND PIZZA, AND WE JUST WATCH MOVIES AND SPEND TIME TOGETHER. I THINK THOSE ARE MY FAVOURITE BIRTHDAYS.” DOVE CAMERON “I HAD MY 10TH BIRTHDAY AT A POPCORN FACTORY THAT MADE EVERY FLAVOUR OF POPCORN YOU CAN IMAGINE! WE HAD A TOUR TO SEE HOW THE POPCORN WAS MADE AND EVERYONE GOT TO HAVE SAMPLES. WE HAD PIZZA (AND POPCORN, OF COURSE!) AND I GOT SPECIAL PRESENTS AND CARDS. IT WAS A REALLY MEMORABLE BIRTHDAY.” GABRIELLA UHL “MY BIRTHDAY IS NOVEMBER THIRD, AND LAST YEAR IT FELL ON OUR SERIES WRAP DAY FOR THE FAIRLY ODD PARENTS: FAIRLY ODDER.WE WRAPPED THE 13TH…

TEST 1 Best Friends Forever TEST Write down your name and cross out the letters that appear more than once. Just like this: Then do the same with your bestie’s name: Say the words ‘best’, ‘friends’ and ‘forever’ as you cross out the letters. The word that you say when you cross out the very last letter reveals what rocks the most about your friendship! If ‘BEST’was your last word… You and your friend understand each other really well and have one of those friendships where even if you haven’t seen each other for a long time, when you get together it’s like you were never apart. If ‘FRIEND’was your last word … You two are true friends and completely trust one another. You know each other so well that…

1. Have FUN Watch your fave films, go shopping or ride your bikes. Whatever you and your friend decide to do when you’re spending time together make sure you’re following the number one rule: HAVE FUN! 2. Accept HER FAULTS She talks way too much about her big sister and her obsession with lip gloss makes you crazy. But, everyone has annoying habits – even you! So don’t point out your friend’s bad habits, accept her for who she is. 3. Be KIND Every friendship has its ups and downs but it’s important to remember that even if you’ve had a fight, don’t talk about your friend behind her back. It’s best to always be kind because chances are you’ll be besties again in no time and you’ll regret making…

MAYA FALLS OUT OF A TREE !!! | TIC TAC TOYS Maya has hurt herself while playing outside, so she can’t do her chores. Addy is kind enough to step in and help Maya out, but then she finds out Maya isn’t actually hurt after all... Uh oh! SECRET PLAYROOM ESCAPE ROOM CHALLENGE !!! | TIC TAC TOY Addy and Maya are locked in the secret playroom and must solve puzzles in order to unlock the door. Will they find their way out of the play room? Or be stuck forever? You’ll have to watch to find out! WOW! WE CAN CONTROL OUR MOM !!! | TIC TAC TOYS Addy and Maya head to the letterbox where they discover some special mail - a remote control for their mum, Lucy!…

What's it about? This movie is all about the origin story of Buzz Lightyear, the hero who inspired the toy. The film follows the legendary Space Ranger after he is trapped on a planet 4.2 million light-years from Earth alongside his commander and crew. As Buzz tries to find a way back home through space and time, he is joined by a group of ambitious recruits and his robot companion cat, Sox. Complicating matters though, and threatening the mission, is the arrival of Zurg and his army of ruthless robots and their mystery agenda.…

Jellystone! WEEKENDS, 1PM AND 7:30PM FROM JULY 23 ON CARTOON NETWORK Yogi Bear and Boo Boo are back at Jellystone - a quaint little community jam-packed with colourful characters. It would be a peaceful place if it weren't for its hilarious inhabitants constantly getting themselves, and the town, into trouble! Unikitty DAILY AT 11AM AND 7:30PM ON BOOMERANG Unikitty is a hybrid creature that is part unicorn and part kitten! Sit back and allow yourself to be transported to a joyous kingdom full of sparkles, happy thoughts and the occasional rage-out, while you join Unikitty and her friends in a world full of adventure, excitement and dance parties! Best and Bester WEEKDAYS AT 3:20PM, ON NICKELODEON Best and Bester is the awesome new show about two friends who live in…

Camila Cabello's FAVOURITE THINGS! Junk Food “Pizza. I love to eat horrible food. I love it so much. Seriously, one of the best parts of being human is food.” City “Miami. Home is literally where I am the happiest.” Beauty Product “For me, good mascara is really important.” Holiday “New Year's Eve. I love starting again.” Selena returns TO MUSIC! HOT MUSIC GOSS Good news for Selena Gomez fans because the star is working on new music! Selena has revealed that she was recently in the studio working on her next album. “I just finished season four of my cooking show, Selena + Chef, and I am in L.A. working on my album now,” she said. If that wasn't exciting enough Selena also said that she might even consider touring…

MOSTLY YES Wow, you sure know how to shop! We bet you have every fashion accessory there is. Maybe from time to time you could save your money for a rainy day ‘cause you never know when an emergency may pop up! HALF AND HALF You definitely know how to spend your money, but you know how to save a bit on the side as well, which is great! You’re a wise spender and while you love to shop, you have a look at what’s in your wallet first! MOSTLY NO You’re definitely a great saver and watch what you spend whenever you go out. Even though this is a great habit to have, just remember that you deserve to treat yourself to something really special once in a while!…

THEN & NOW  We fell in love with Sabrina Carpenter back in 2014 when she starred in the Disney Channel show Girl Meets World. Today Sabrina is one of the biggest celebs in the biz and currently stars in the Netflix movie, Tall Girl 2. Sabrina also just announced that she's releasing her very first fragrance! The perfume is called Sweet Tooth and contains vanilla, marshmallow, sugar and chantilly cream. Yum! SO RANDOM RANDOM The king of hearts is the only king without a moustache in a standard pack of playing cards No square piece of dry paper can be folded more than seven times Crabs are distant relatives of spiders WE LOVE Blue Wavy Desk Mirror, $19.95, Sportsgirl, sportsgirl.com.au TREND-O-METER HOT HOT It GiRL turning ten! Birthdays are fun…

SKATE IT MINNIE QUAD SKATE WITH LIGHT UP WHEELS, $74.99, TOYMATE.COM.AU These fun Minnie skates will have you whizzing around all over the place. They come with LED light up wheels which flash fun colours as you skate, and the cute boot is comfortable to wear and features Minnie’s famous spotted pink bow! CUDDLE IT CARE BEARS CARE-A-LOT BEAR, $29.99 , , BIGW.COM.AU The Care Bears are turning nd 40 cr and to celebrate they’re welcoming one special new addition to the Kingdom of Caring - say hello to etty Care-a-Lot Bear! With her er bright colours and special belly badge, Care-a-Lot will inspire you to be kind and spread joy. WANT IT MY FIRST CHEMISTRY SET, $23, BIGW.COM.AU This cool chemistry labratory set…

JENNA’S QUIRKY NEW SHOW Jenna Ortega is set to play Wednesday Addams in an all-new Netflix show. The upcoming series is called Wednesday and it follows teenage Wednesday’s years as a student at Nevermore Academy, where she attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart some supernatural activity, and solve a 25-year-old mystery that involves her parents. “I’ve never played an iconic character before,” said Jenna. “I know she’s well-loved and well-respected and I just don’t want to mess her up.” ZENDAYA SAYS NO TO POPSTAR LIFE Zendaya is a great actress but did you know that she’s also a talented singer? She once even released her own album! These days though, the star says she doesn’t think the life of a musician is for her. “I don’t know if…

BE KIND TO OTHERS Have you ever snapped at someone or said something a little mean and then felt terrible about it afterwards? The truth is, when we do something nice for others, whether we give them a present, pay them a compliment or help them with a problem, we tend to feel good about it and, in turn, it makes us feel happy. Get more sleep It’s quite simple really, the more sleep you get, the happier you feel. Have you ever heard someone say “I’m just tired” when you ask them why they’re so grumpy? Turn off your iPad at least an hour before you go to bed and go to sleep at a decent time. Create There are many ways to express your creativity. Cook with your…

STEP 1 Tick the box whenever you answer yes to the following 12 statements: □ Your friends think you’re a good listener □ You’re sometimes a bit of a perfectionist □ You love having a good gossip with your gal pals □ You love being the centre of attention □ You’re sensitive and aware of your friends’ feelings □ Your friends know you’re a totally fun chick □ Your friends come to you for fashion advice □ You love playing video games with your friends □ You and your friends pretty much never fight □ When you’re sad, you keep it to yourself □ One of your fave things to do is have sleepovers □ You’re the first person your buddies come to for advice STEP 2 Now look at…

“I THINK MY STYLE CHANGES DAILY. MY EVERYDAY STYLE IS VERY CHILL. IF I'M NOT DOING ANYTHING, YOU'LL FIND ME IN LIKE SWEATPANTS AND A SWEATSHIRT. BUT, I DO LOVE TRYING NEW THINGS AND THERE'S NOT ANYTHING I CAN THINK OF THAT I WOULDN'T TRY. ” “I have style, I'd just rather wear sweatpants and hoodies.” “I pay close attention to accessories now, and I'm not afraid of bold colours.” “I've modelled my whole life and it's always been a part of my life. My mum was a model, she modelled her whole life, too. ” “I worked at a clothing store in high school and I loved being around clothes.” “I'M REALLY INTO SNEAKERS AND JUST WEARING THEM ALL THE TIME WITH ANY OUTFIT I POSSIBLY CAN. ” Dixie’s…

Leo JUL 23 - AUG 22 YOU: Be there for a friend when they're going through a tough time. THIS MONTH: Don't leave any school holiday homework until the last minute. Just get it done. DESTINY: With a little hard work the second half of the year will shine for you, Miss Leo! FAMOUS LEO: Dixie D'Amelio. Her birthday is August 12, 2001. All About Leo... BEST QUALITIES: Fiery, strong,and fearless. COLOURS: Gold, orange, red. FLOWER: Sunflower. RULING PLANET: The Sun. LUCKY DAY: Sunday. FRIENDSHIP: Leos are true and loyal friends who will stand by their pals through thick and thin. Virgo AUG 23 - SEP 22 YOU: Don't allow jealousy to get the better of you. Try and think positive thoughts only. THIS MONTH: Think about redecorating your room.…

ALL ABOUT THE... cat • They don't have a collar bone, which means they can fit through anything that is the size of their head. • Cats can move their ears 180 degrees and they can also move their ears separately. Clever! • Cats spend thirty percent of their lives grooming themselves. • They have more bones than humans. • Cats use their whiskers as 'feelers'. Unlike other animals, their whiskers don't help them balance. • Cats conserve energy by sleeping for an average of 13 to 14 hours a day. Insta Famous With over four million followers, Nala is the most adorable little cat ever! Adopted from a shelter when she was just a kitten, the Siamese and Tabby mix has impressively long whiskers and frequently joins her human…

Ainbo: Spirit of the Amazon Out now on Prime Video A girl was born and grew up in the jungle of the Amazon, Colonia, that rests off the back of the most powerful Mother Spirit in the Amazon, Turtle Motelo Mama. One day she discovers that her homeland is being threatened and realises that there are other humans in the world besides her people. As she fights to save her paradise, she struggles to reverse the destruction and impending evil of darkness that lives in the Amazon. Ms. Marvel Out now on Disney+ Ms. Marvel is a cool new series that follows Kamala Khan, an American teenager growing up in Jersey City. An avid gamer, Kamala is a Super Hero megafan with an oversized imagination - particularly when it comes…

5 DISNEY MOVIES which are a must-see! Meet The Robinsons A brilliant inventor is whisked away in a time machine by a boy called Wilbur. The boys spend a day in the future and uncover a secret. Bolt Bolt is a TV dog who thinks his TV super powers are real. When he's accidentally shipped to New York, he begins his most amazing adventure yet. Big Hero 6 When a sad turn of events throws Hiro into danger, he transforms his robot Baymax and his other friends into a band of high-tech heroes. Up A 78-year-old man ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to the South American wilderness before he discovers a little boy is also aboard! The Emperor's New Groove Teenaged Emperor Kuzco must find…

Read ALL ABOUT IT! Rita's Revenge by Lian Tanner The ducks of Little Dismal are angry. A scruffy chicken called Clara has been telling lies about them. They need revenge. Enter Rita - a duck with the soul of a poet. After an embarrassing talent night, Rita sees revenge on Clara as a chance to restore her reputation. But when it all goes wrong, it's up to Rita to solve the case and make things right again. The Wondrous Prune by Ellie Clements Eleven-year-old, Prune Robinson is trying to settle in a new town along with her single mum and older brother. She figures she can't burden her mother with the fact that she's being bullied. Or the fact that her drawings have started to come to life. But with…