Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2016 i It GiRL

Hi girls, Danielle here! This is my first issue editing ItGiRL, but I've been writing stories for you all for a while now! When Tash needed some time off to look after her new baby, she asked me to put together a few issues of the most awesome mag for girls - I was so excited! What better way to kick off my first issue in the Editor's chair than by featuring Maddie and Mackenzie Ziegler on the cover? I am a HUGE fan of the girls from Dance Moms and it's so exciting to see where their careers will take them. You can check out my chat with the girls on page 16. This issue is dedicated to making sure you have loads of fun in what is left…

FULL NAME: Chloë Grace Moretz BORN: 10th February, 1997 FUN FACTS: Her favorite song is You’re Beautiful by James Blunt She was considered for the role of Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games before it was taken by J-Law She has a pet cat named Zoe Chloë loves gymnastics, basketball and ballet She loves to watch comedy movies, especially the Legally Blonde films Audrey Hepburn is her fave actress HEY, BROTHER Chloë Moretz is an American actress and model. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia and has four older brothers: Brandon, Trevor, Colin and Ethan. She’s been acting since she was just seven years old and got into it when her brother Trevor was accepted into an acting school. “I found [acting] randomly, through listening to my brother study monologues,”…

Shontaya! You’re so young, yet you’re enjoying a career in dance! Tell us, how did you get into ballet? “When I was three years old I couldn’t to wait to start ballet classes! My three older sisters all took dance classes and I wanted to be just like them.” When did you know you wanted dance to be a career? “When I was eleven I travelled to New York to watch my sister compete in the finals of the Youth America Grand Prix. This was the moment that I knew this is what I wanted to do. I wanted to follow in my sister’s footsteps and have a career in ballet.” How many hours a week do you train? “I train for over 35 hours a week in ballet and…

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ALL ABOUT THE... ALBATROSS The albatross is a type of sea bird. There are 21 different species of albatross and they manily inhabit the southern hemisphere. They spend most of their lives in the ocean, but come to land in mating season. Albatross are carnivores. They have the biggest wingspan of all birds. When outstretched, their wingspan is around 3.35 metres long! An albatross can have white, black, brown, red or yellow feathers. They have a very long lifespan. The albatross can live for up to 50 years. Wow! CELEBS ADOPT, THEY DON'T SHOP! Loads of celebrities are adopting stray animals who need a home. Selena Gomez and Ariana Grande both have six rescue puppies each! Having a pet is a big responsibility, so if you're thinking of getting one,…

ALL THE LATEST DVDS Pan Out Now This is the story of 12-year-old orphan, Peter and his magical journey to Neverland. It’s a place filled with joy, fun, mystery, danger and where Peter ultimately discovers his destiny – to become the hero Neverland needs...the boy who never grows old! A must-watch flick! Batkid Begins Out Now This documentary is about a very special day in history! The Make-a-Wish Foundation grant a wish to a five-year-old boy who's been diagnosed with leukaemia. San Francisco is turned into Gotham City, with more than a million people cheering on #BatKid via social media. Monster Island Out Now Jan and Dean are siblings who’ve been sent to stay with their Uncle Woody at Monster Beach. The pair soon realise that this place is less…

BIGGER THAN POKËMON? The latest cartoon show from Japan has hit Aussie shores and it is worth a watch! Tune in: Yo-Kai Watch airs weekdays at 8.30am on GO! This brand new animated TV series follows the adventures of a boy called Nate, who befriends a collection of Yo-kai. Yo-Kai are based on ancient Japanese Folklore that believes tiny invisible spirits are around and are often responsible for the annoying things that happen in daily life. Watch out for the cute character, Jibanyan, he's a super-lazy cat who is full of mischevious fun! THE EVERMOOR CHRONICLES! Our very own Naomi Sequeria from the Disney Channel Australia stars in a brand new show! Tune in: Friday, January 8 at 5pm. Naomi plays Tara Crossley, an American teen who has just moved…

KINGDOM HEARTS III (XBO, PS4) Can you believe this huge RPG has been in development for ten years? Like its predecessors, KHIII combines the different worlds and characters of Disney into one epic RPG. Sora returns as the hero on a quest to find the seven guardians of light, and he’s got Goofy, Mickey, Donald and Riku in tow. Cool! THE LEGEND OF ZELDA (WII U) The next entry in our favourites series will be out later this year and it promises to be incredible. A huge, open-world with stunning HD visuals and the return of Epona, your faithful steed, to ride as you explore through it, has us totally thrilled and so excited! Surely, The Legend of Zelda is the biggest game of the year. SEA OF THIEVES (XBO)…

LETTER WE LOVE THIS MONTH Dear It GiRL, Thank you so so so so much for putting Bella Thorne on the cover of last issue! She is totally my favourite celeb ever! It was cool reading about all of the things she’s going to be doing this year. I love the magazine and I hope you never stop making it. My favourite things to do as soon as I get ItGiRL are check out the posters, read the jokes page and enter the comps. TEAGAN, 9, TOORAK, VIC Dear It GiRL, Thanks for making such a cool magazine! I always used to buy ItGiRL when I went to the shops with mum on the weekend, but for Christmas I got a subscription! I can’t wait to read all of the…

FACT FILE AGE: 9 BIRTHDAY: December 12, 2006 NICKNAMES: Jazzy, Peanut PETS: A dog named Maisy FAVE COLOURS: Purple, Blue and Green FAVE SINGERS: Taylor Swift and P!nk FUN FACTS: • I am a quarter Japanese • I’m a complete bookworm • I like pizza toppings but not the base All About Me MY FAVOURITE THING TO DO AT SCHOOL is Robotics. We build robots from Lego and add motors to them, then program them to follow instructions. I SING in the Australian Girls Choir. I really enjoy participating in the end of year concert at the Sydney Opera House. MY BEST FRIENDS ARE Holly, Nadia, Bella, Lucie, Lucy, Amelia and Julia. I DO lots of art and I enjoy helping my mum and dad in the kitchen, especially when…

ROWAN AND SABRINA: FRIENDS AT FIRST SIGHT! We are used to seeing them on TV as Riley and Maya, but Rowan Blanchard and Sabrina Carpenter had a real-life connection from the moment they met. Rowan revealed, “When I met Sabrina, I kind of think we all knew that she was the one that would wind up playing my best friend. When we first met, we got to talk a lot and there was nothing competitive about it, which was really nice and refreshing.” Aww! ARE SELENA AND NIALL DATING? Selena Gomez and Niall Horan are quickly becoming the cutest new couple in Tinseltown! The two superstars created a stir online when they were spotted cuddling and kissing at a friend’s birthday bash. According to some other eagle-eyed fans, the next…

FAMILIAR FACES BELLA THORNE After finishing up 2015 with a bunch of TV movies and The DUFF under her belt, we thought Bella would take a break. We were wrong! She’s set to feature in at least seven productions in 2016, including a voice role in action-animation film, Ratchet and Clank and The Babysitter with her DUFF co-star, Robbie Amell. JUSTIN BIEBER Justin has enjoyed a rise in popularity again since the release of his popular tracks, What Do You Mean? and Sorry hit the charts. These catchy tunes just make you wanna dance! Justin is embarking on a worldwide tour in 2016 and will make a cameo appearance in the highly-anticipated Zoolander 2 film. SABRINA CARPENTER Sabrina has been on our radar for a while, but we think she’s…

SUPER STATIONERY Yoobi is a colourful new brand of stationery hitting the shops just in time for the new school year! Not only do they have an awesome range of pens, pencils, books and craft supplies, for each product sold, a Yoobi item goes to classrooms and children in need through The Smith Family. How cool is that? We’ve got 5 Yoobi stationery packs up for grabs. CRAFTY KID CleverDIY is Austalia’s first online craft store for kids. You can buy individual projects, or sign up to a subscription box, where you receive a new craft project every month! Each box comes complete with everything you will need to do your own DIY projects at home. We’ve got 12 CleverDIY project boxes to give away, so you can get crafty!…

Congrats on the new album, Brothers Never Part. Tell us what inspired the new record... Makirum:“Brothers Never Part is about our experience after The X Factor. We learned so much throughout the entire process; it pushed us beyond our limits each week. As brothers, we became even closer and it helped us realise that whilst we could easily just do pop covers, it was important to stay true to our country roots in some of our material and to write a few of our own songs.” Can you tell us about your sound? “Our sound is hard to describe. We love so many bands and genres that we try and incorporate them all into our own sound.” What has been your biggest career highlight so far? “Our biggest career highlights…

MUST-READ BOOKS The Straw King Book #5 Danielle Paige This novella is based on The Wizard of Oz...with a dark, mysterious twist! Scarecrow is granted a brain, but it's not all happy endings as in this tale, it's sometimes better not to over think. He turns to those around him for help, but will they come through for him? Or will it all go haywire? Read on... They Let Me Write a Book! Jamie Curry This loveable Youtuber has put together a hilarious biography about her life so far. You'll get a great laugh as you read Jamie's recounts about her cowboy hat years, big holes, why she pulled down her pants at a badminton game and her life as a vlogger, of course! Witch Switch Emma Carroll When Fran…

MIGHTY MINECRAFT We’ve hear a rumour that the mighty Minecraft, the amazing creation game from indie developer Mojang that took the world by storm, could be coming to the Wii U. This game would work so well on the GamePad’s touchscreen! Awesome! HELLO HIJINKS Maybe you’ve heard about this new Star Wars film? It’s been pretty hard to ignore! The director, J.J. Abrams, who also did the Star Trek movie reboot and worked on TV shows like Lost – is teaming up with an indie developer to make a game called Spyjinx. MORE ZELDA The more Zelda games the merrier and we’ve sure been getting quite a few of late. Another title is on the way in March, and it’s a HD remake of GameCube and Wii classic, The Legend…

ALL PROMOTIONS 1. Information on how to enter and prizes form part of the conditions of entry. Entry into issue 43 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 06/01/16 at 9am EST and close on 14/02/16 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 15/02/16 at 5pm unless otherwise stated on the promotion. 4. Prizes are…

Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL A FISH WITH NO EYES? A: A FSH! Q: WHAT IS BLACK AND WHITE AND PINK ALL OVER? A:A ZEBRA WHO IS EMBARRASSED! Q: WHY DID THE WOMAN WEAR A HELMET AT DINNER? A: SHE WAS ON A CRASH DIET! Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL A FAIRY WHO HASN’T TAKEN A BATH? A: STINKERBELL! Q: WHICH WORD IN THE DICTIONARY IS SPELLED INCORRECTLY? A: INCORRECTLY! Q: WHO ALWAYS STEALS THE BATHROOM SOAP? A: THE ROBBER DUCKY! Q: WHY IS DRACULA SO UNPOPULAR? A: HE’S A REAL PAIN IN THE NECK! Q: WHY DIDN’T THE HOT DOG STAR IN THE MOVIES? A: THE ROLLS WEREN’T VERY GOOD! Q: WHY ARE TEDDY BEARS NEVER HUNGRY? A: BECAUSE THEY ARE ALWAYS STUFFED!…

WEAR IT HAVAIANAS: MINIONS, $24.99, HAVAIANASAUSTRALIA.COM.AU Are you mad for Minions? Treat your feet to a pair of special edition Havaianas! Made with comfy, brazilian rubber, these thongs are long lasting and will make the cutest addition to your summer wardrobe. USE IT STABILO NEON HIGHLIGHTERS, $1.70 EACH OR $4 FOR A PACK OF THREE, AVAILABLE AT LEADING STATIONERY SUPPLIERS Brighten up your pencil case with the new Stabilo Neon highlighters. The pens come in four eye-catching colours with a slick new design. They have a four hour dry-out protection and a 200 metre writing length. Cool! WANT IT PIE FACE BOARD GAME, $39.99, AVAILABLE AT TOYS’R’US Put some whipped cream or a wet sponge on the device and prepare to be splattered - it can go off…

ARIANA’S BACK TO ACTING! Ariana Grande spent some time on the set of Nickelodeon show, Henry Danger. Snapshots of the Problem singer chilling out on set appeared on social media, prompting fans to wonder if Ari was filming a guest role on the show, or if she was back as a more permanent fixture on a brand new show? Stay tuned! JUST CHILLIN’ Gregg Sulkin is hoping to have a chilled holiday with his gf, Bella Thorne. He’s predicting the break will include “a lot of movies, chocolate chip cookies, blankets, a very comfortable couch and a lot of food and laughter.” Fun! ROSS LOSES HIS PRIZED POSSESSION Ross Lynch has made a plea to fans over social media, after a fan accidently ripped his necklace off during an R5…

UNLIKELY FASHIONISTA ON THE SIZE OF HER EXPANDING WARDROBE... “I recently cleaned my closet out and my friend Nina, who wants to be a stylist, came over and helped me. I just want to keep everything. I’m like a packrat.” ON HER LOVE FOR NAIL ART, WHICH MAKES A LOOK... “I love getting my nails done. My mum’s best friend is a manicurist. When I was little, she’d do paintings on my nails, like flowers.” MIRANDA DESCRIBES HER LOOK... “Even now that I’m back at school, I like to dress comfortable and cute.” GET HER LOOK Recreate Miranda’s looks with these hot fashion pieces.. MIRANDA’S Beauty Bag “.Don’t second guess yourself. Pick outfits that you are really comfortable in.”…

aquarius JAN 20 - FEB 18 YOU: Sometimes it's easy to stay in your own little comfort zone. Take a risk... it might just pay off! THIS MONTH: Make an effort to do a good deed every day. It doesn't have to be big, it could just be a compliment. DESTINY: Don't underestimate yourself! Believe and good things will happen. FAMOUS AQUARIUS: Calum Hood - his birthday is January 25, 1996. All About Aquarius... THEY ARE: Honest, curious, affectionate, creative, imaginative, good friends. THEIR PLANET: Uranus AQUARIUS FACT: The Aquarians are great at sticking to a budget, but do enjoy the odd splurge. AQUARIUS FRIENDS... Are truthful, energetic and always love to help their friends out. They are extremely supportive of their loved ones and don't like to judge others.…

Goosebumps OUT JANUARY 14 Zach Cooper moves to a small town and meets beautiful Hannah, his neighbour. He learns that Hannah's dad is R.L. Stine, the famous author of the Goosebumps books. When Zach accidentally unleashes monsters who live inside the books it's up to the trio to return them back to where they belong. The 5th Wave OUT JANUARY 15 Based on the science fiction novel written by Rick Yancey, The 5th Wave is about four waves of deadly attacks which leave the Earth in crisis. Cassie is on the run, desperately trying to save her younger brother. She meets a boy who gives her a glimmer of hope. Can he save the day? FUN BITES The latest movie ... goss • Chloë Moretz was tipped to play Cassie…

LATEST MUSIC OUT NOW! Jess and Matt SELF-TITLED ALBUM The dynamic duo have their very own album out now, featuring songs from The X Factor, as well as their debut single and some new music. This is a must have for any Jess and Matt fan! Jess said, “These songs have inspired us and the re-recorded versions are our own interpretation.” Rachel Platten WILDFIRE ALBUM Rachel Platten has been soaring up the charts with her hits, Fight Song and Stand By You. Now, she’s released a full-length album with heaps of other catchy pop songs. The road to success hasn’t be easy for Rachel, who has been in the music biz for over ten years so far. Um, woah! Sia THIS IS ACTING ALBUM She’s the mysterious lady with the…

FINAL FANTASY EXPLORERS (3DS) This new twist on the classic Japanese RPG series mixes in a bit of Pokémon to the fun. The monsters you hunt down as you explore the world and it's dungeons can be added to your party for future battles. But depending on the power of the beast, they take up more of your three party slots. It adds strategy to the real-time battles, but even better, you can also play co-op with friends instead. LEGO MARVEL’S AVENGERS (ALL FORMATS) The Lego games never fail to delight with their cute visuals, easy to master gameplay and silly cutscenes that turn classic movie scenes into jokes. The levels in this release cover a stack of films, including The Avengers and Captain America films, Iron Man 3 and…

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SO RANDOM! WHEN HIPPOS ARE UPSET, THEIR SWEAT TURNS RED. SEA OTTERS HOLD HANDS WHEN SLEEPING, SO THEY DON’T DRIFT AWAY FROM EACH OTHER. THE FIRST PASSENGERS IN A HOT-AIR BALLOON WERE A SHEEP, A DUCK AND A ROOSTER. RANDOM! LOLLOLLOL! HAHAHA! THANKS TO OLIVIA FROM MULGRAVE, VIC FOR EMAILING THIS TO US! SEND YOUR PICS TO: ITGIRL@NUCLEAR.COM.AU LIVE IN CONCERT! We’ve been super lucky to host Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran in Oz lately! Here’s a #throwback of their time Down Under! TREND-O-METRE HOT Painting your nails whatever colours and designs you want, because you are on holidays! Celebrating Australia Day with some traditional Aussie food. (We’re thinking lamingtons!) Daylight savings makes the days longer, more time to play! NOT When your ice-cream melts faster than you can eat…