Indholdsfortegnelse for August 2023 i It GiRL

Hey everyone, Can you feel the excitement in the air? It's finally school holidays again! I have been looking forward to a break for ages - high school is hard work! But now it's time to chill out with my fam and enjoy some freedom for a couple of weeks! In other exciting news, It GiRL magazine is 11 years old! Happy birthday to us! Most people celebrate with a party, but instead we put together an awesome birthday issue of the mag just for you! To kick things off, we take a look at the all-new (and very pink!) Barbie movie. We've been waiting a long time for this film, so it was a no-brainer for us that Barbie had to be the cover star of this issue, isn't…

{one} HOST YOUR OWN CHEF PARTY. LET YOUR GUESTS KNOW THEY’LL BE SPENDING THE AFTERNOON MAKING PIZZAS, DECORATING CUPCAKES AND CREATING ICE CREAM SUNDAES. {two} Spend an afternoon racing your friend around a go-karting track. Zoom, zoom {three} GRAB YOUR BESTIE AND TRY SOMETHING NEW, LIKE HORSE RIDING OR INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING! 4 TURN YOUR GARAGE INTO A DANCE PARTY. ASK SOMEONE TO BE THE DJ AND DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY TO YOUR FAVE TUNES! {five} HAVE A PICNIC AT YOUR LOCAL PARK. IF IT RAINS ON THE DAY, SIMPLY MOVE THE PICNIC TO YOUR LOUNGE ROOM! {six} Instead of a party, ask if you can visit your local amusement park. Maybe your bestie will be allowed to come along too! {seven} Have a karaoke party! You can rent a…

Cooking PREPARATION TIME: 15 minutes COOKING TIME: 15 minutes SERVES: 12 WHAT YOU NEED FOR CUPCAKE BATTER: • ½ cup (300g) self-raising flour • ¾ cup (165g) caster sugar • ¾ cup (180ml) milk • 2 large eggs • 125g butter, melted and cooled • 1 tsp. natural vanilla extract • cupcake cases WHAT TO DO: 1 Preheat oven to 200C. 2 Sift the flour and sugar into a large bowl. 3 Put the eggs in a bowl and whisk with a fork. Then add the milk, vanilla, cooled butter, and stir to mix. 4 Add the sprinkles and fold them in gently. 3 Evenly spoon your mixture into your cupcake cases and bake for 12-15 minutes. Make sure you always ask an adult for permission before using the oven.…

Life hack: Buying the right shoe size It’s important to fit yourself with the right size when shopping for shoes. Not only will your feet hurt if they’re too small or big, it could lead to bigger problems later in life. No one wants that! When you’re in the store, always try on shoes before you buy them... some sizes can be different across brands. Also, check that you can wiggle all your toes when wearing them. Remember you need room for your foot to move in the shoe as you walk or run... or skip or hop or dance! Skincare is my time to myself every day that I feel is really important, and definitely enhances my mood. I’ve been doing the same thing for a long time, but…

DID YOU KNOW? Sometimes, your brain can be more active when you’re asleep, than when you’re awake! 5 reasons to stretch AFTER EXERCISE ● IT HELPS WITH RECOVERY. If you’ve done more exercise than normal, you might feel sore afterwards. Stretching your muscles keeps them loose and relaxed.● IT CAN HELP PREVENT INJURY. Stretching muscles makes them flexible, which makes them more resistant to sudden injuries.● IMPROVES POSTURE. If you focus on areas like your lower back, shoulders, and chest, you might just notice you’re standing up taller.● YOU’LL BE LESS STRESSED after a stretch!● IT PROMOTES CIRCULATION. Stretching helps the blood move more easily around your body. DID YOU KNOW THAT EXERCISE CAN HELP you to think of new ideas and even cure WRITER’S BLOCK? A RECENT STUDY SHOWED…

Puppies are super cute, but they can be a lot of work. So why not adopt a virtual puppy? One you can take on adventures across a tropical island, digging up treasures and meeting friends? A puppy you can dress up with over 350 outfits and accessories. No more stepping in dog poop. No more, “our house isn’t big enough for puppy.” That’s the fantasy you get to live out in Little Friends: Puppy Island. A puppy sim that takes pet care and makes it a tonne of fun. You begin with a puppy and an island paradise to explore. You’ll need to look after your puppy, bathing, playing, feeding and training them. But the real adventure starts when you go out on walks. Exploring the island will see you…

LETTER WE ❤ THIS MONTH Dear It GiRL, I wrote an acrostic poem about It GiRL for you guys. It is my favourite magazine Too cool for school Great stories and posters Incredible free stuff Really awesome to read Love every single page. I hope you like it. I love your magazine! RAQUEL, 12, VIA EMAIL To It GiRL, I love Taylor Swift so much, I can't wait until she announces when she is going to bring her tour to Australia. It GiRL is my favourite magazine! EMILIE, 10, MORWELL, VIC To It GiRL mag, I love school holidays because not only do I have no school, I also get to go to the movies and buy It GiRL! Mum actually bought me one as a treat during term because…

PLAY IT SIX SECOND SCRIBBLES - THE FASTEST DRAWING GAME IN THE WORLD (PROBABLY), $17, KMART.COM.AU Everyone plays at once in this fast-paced party game. Players have one minute to draw up to 10 things from their card, but to win points their friends and family must be able to guess what they drew. Fun! LOVE IT BARBIE TOTALLY HAIR DOLL, $37, BIGW.COM.AU This range of Barbie Totally Hair features four dolls each rocking her own hairstyle, hair texture, fashion look, and theme. Each doll has extra-long hair that’s fun to play with and comes with over 15 additional pieces, styling accessories, and an extra outfit to change up her look! WANT IT L.O.L. SURPRISE! BUBBLE SURPRISE LIL SISTERS, $12, TARGET.COM.AU Pour water into the top of your L.O.L. Surprise…

It’s our 11th birthday A AGE. Birthdays are all about celebrating the day you were born and turning another year older. While growing up is exciting, remember that you only get to be the age you are for 12 months so be sure to enjoy every second of it! b BALLOONS. NO BIRTHDAY IS COMPLETE WITHOUT SOME COLOURFUL BALLOONS! c CAKE. The first birthday cake is said to have come from Germany, where birthday cakes were made for children to celebrate their birthdays. The cakes were more like bread and rough in texture, not like the soft, creamy cakes we know today! D DID YOU KNOW? August is the most popular birth month and February is the month with the least amount of birthdays. The most common birthday in Australia…

Your World Get outside and have a swing Playing on a swing set isn’t just for little kids – it can boost your mood no matter what age you are. Swinging for even a few minutes can help free your mind and lift your spirits. Try closing your eyes and leaning back a little while you’re swinging to help you feel extra relaxed. Just remember to hold on tight! Get some carbs into you Australian researchers found that a diet higher in carbohydrates and lower in fat can contribute to the brain’s production of serotonin, which is a chemical that may improve your mood and help you feel calm. Try a wholegrain cereal with a sliced banana and milk for a quick pick-me-up! Do some gardening The next time you’re…

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Leo JUL 23 - AUG 22 YOU: Always try new things. You may end up finding something you really love and enjoy! THIS MONTH: Try not to overthink the decisions you have to make. Take a step back and breathe. DESTINY: Sweet surprises are in store for Leo girls. FAMOUS LEO: Dua Lipa - August 22, 1995 All About Leo... QUALITIES: Optimistic, romantic, and a little impatient. COLOURS: Orange, yellow, cream FLOWER: Sunflower RULING PLANET: Sun LUCKY DAY: Sunday FRIENDSHIP: Leo girls are truly loyal friends. They are kind-hearted and always willing to help their pals. Virgo AUG 23 - SEP 22 YOU: Get your stuff done when you can rather than leaving things for later. THIS MONTH: Try not to get annoyed if your friend is being a little…

Your World SOCIAL CELEBS MILLIE BOBBY BROWN Stranger Things actress, Millie Bobby Brown has grown up in the media, but knows how important it is to have time away from social media and keep some things in her life private. “I’ve grown up in the public eye and, at times, it can be very challenging. As I’m working and doing what I love, I’m still finding myself, so having lots of people watch and criticise that can be overwhelming,” she reveals. It’s such a good reminder that we must always be kind, in the way we think and act with our friends and family, but also with celebs on social media. @milliebobbybrown OMG! The low-down on text talk Don’t know your OMGs from your BRBs? This guide will have you…

ALL PROMOTIONS 1. Information on how to enter and prizes form part of the conditions of entry. Entry into issue 133 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 or email. The competitions commence on 06/07/23 at 9am EST and close on 17/08/23 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) 9363-1464. All prizes will be drawn on 18/08/23 at 5pm unless otherwise stated on the promotion. 4.…

Who was on our very first cover? 2012 WE LOVED THE PRINCESS OF POP, KATY PERRY! IN 2012 KATY RELEASED HER DOCUMENTARY CONCERT FILM CALLED KATY PERRY: PART OF ME. 2023 We’re still big Katy Perry fans here in the IG office, but life sure has changed for Katy! Today the singer is married to Hollywood actor, Orlando Bloom and they have a three-year-old daughter named Daisy. Katy’s last album, Smile was released in 2020 but since then she has been busy as one of the judges on the television talent show, American Idol. 2012 WE, ALONG WITH THE REST OF THE WORLD, WERE OBSESSED WITH THE BIGGEST BOY BAND ON THE PLANET, ONE DIRECTION. 2023 Sadly the band broke up in 2016, but fortunately the members have since gone…

BRACE YOURSELF Not long after I first got my braces put on, I went out to dinner for my cousin’s birthday. Unfortunately, I hadn’t as yet figured out how to eat without getting food stuck all through my braces. When the waiter came to clear the table, I gave him a huge smile, not realising that there were bits of food all through my braces. He looked at me weirdly and said, “You have a little something stuck in your teeth.” I was so embarrassed that I couldn’t look at him again. Of course my cousin thought it was very funny! LOUISA, 12, SA BOWLING BLOOPER My brother was having a bowling party for his birthday and he invited our next-door neighbour who I have a big crush on. I…

It’s our 11th birthday If you’re all about pink, glitter, fashion and glam, a Barbie-themed birthday party might be the perfect way to celebrate turning a year older. Our guide to the best Barbie-themed party gives you ideas from invitations to party games, food and decorations for your big day. {Step 1:} SEND OUT INVITATIONS HERE ARE SOME FUN DIY SUGGESTIONS TO GET YOUR GUESTS IN THE KNOW ABOUT YOUR UPCOMING PARTY: GLITTER BARBIE INVITES: We all know Barbie’s silhouette (the outline of her head). Search online for a template and print one out to the size you want. Trace your design onto cardboard and cut it out, then write all the details on the reverse side of the card. Don’t forget to add plenty of glitter, bows and pink…

It’s our 11th birthday { If you're hosting} SNACKS AND MIDNIGHT FEAST SUPPLIES ◻ Treats like chocolate, pizza, popcorn, fruit skewers and loads of ice-cream are a must! AN AWESOME PLAYLIST ◻ Create the perfect list of songs by asking everyone at the sleepover to name five of their favourite tunes. MAGAZINES ◻ Definitely have the last few issues of It GiRL on hand for all the quizzes, embarrassing stories, and other cool stuff! MOVIES ◻ No slumber party is complete without a fun movie or two. Don’t forget the popcorn! MAKE UP, NAIL AND HAIR STUFF ◻ For makeovers of course! { If you're a guest } SLEEPING BAG ◻ You wouldn’t think a blanket with a zip up the side could be so much fun, but there is…

“I WAS EXCITED TO WEAR THIS PUFFY DRESS TO GO INTO THE FAIRY TALE WORLD AND GIVE PRINCESS FOR ONE DAY. I REALLY FELT LIKE THIS GOWN CAPTURED THE MAGIC AND JOY, ESPECIALLY OF THE MERMAID VIBES KICKING OFF, FOR ME.” “It's exciting having designers dress me for all these shoots, red carpets, and premieres. It's like a real fairy tale.” “For me, I would define beauty as me just feeling my best. Just feeling good from the inside out. As I get older, I am learning to appreciate the small things - even the flaws. I understand that all these things make me who I am.” “TO ME, COMFORT IS IMPORTANT, BUT I ALSO WANT TO FEEL A LITTLE GLAM WHEN I DRESS UP. THE KEY IS TO FIND…

Animals ALL ABOUT... sheep ● Sheep are gentle animals and enjoy human contact. ● It's best to own a sheep from when it is a lamb. A lamb will need to be fed its milk from a bottle, which in turn will help your pet trust you and other humans. ● Sheep with hair rather than wool are much, much easier to take care of because they do not need to be sheared. ● They can live for up to 10 to 12 years. ● There are over one billion sheep in the world and most of them live in China. ● They are herbivores that eat vegetation such as grass. Katy loves cats! It's no secret that Katy Perry is a huge cat lover, and here she explains why…

On the screen Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile Out July 22 on Prime Video If you missed seeing this film at the movies then this is your chance to watch it! When the Primm family moves to New York City, their son, Josh, struggles to adapt to his new school and friends. All that changes when he meets Lyle, a singing crocodile that loves baths and music, and the unlikely pair become fast friends. Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie Out July 28 on Netflix Based on the much-loved Miraculous series, this movie follows ordinary teenager Marinette, whose life in Paris goes superhuman when she becomes Ladybug. Gifted with magical powers of creation, Ladybug must unite with her opposite, Cat Noir, to save Paris as a new villain unleashes chaos on…

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO IN YOUR SPARE TIME? A Play in the parkB Write in your diaryC Dance and sing in your bedroom WHAT DO YOU SOMETIMES GET INTO TROUBLE FOR? A Having a bad attitudeB Fighting with your siblings or cousinsC Staying up way past bedtime WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE STYLE OF MUSIC? A Anything loud!B Sweet songs with heartfelt lyricsC Tunes with a party beat YOU LOVE WEARING… A Cool t-shirtsB Pretty dressesC Your favourite sneakers IF YOU WROTE A SONG WHAT WOULD IT BE ABOUT? A Life in generalB Boys and loveC Girl power YOU’RE BEST DESCRIBED AS… A Outgoing and confidentB Sensitive and sweetC Funky and creative WHAT IS YOUR GROUP OF FRIENDS LIKE? A I don’t have one group, I have lotsB I…

Q: WHAT DO YOU GET WHEN YOU CROSS A VAMPIRE AND A SNOWMAN? A: FROST BITE! Q: WHY DID THE KID CROSS THE PLAYGROUND? A: TO GET TO THE OTHER SLIDE! Q: WHAT DID THE DALMATIAN SAY AFTER LUNCH? A: THAT HIT THE SPOT! Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL TWO BIRDS IN LOVE? A: TWEETHEARTS! Q: HOW DO YOU STOP AN ASTRONAUT’S BABY FROM CRYING? A: ROCKET! Q: WHAT IS A LAPTOP’S FAVOURITE SNACK? A: COMPUTER CHIPS! Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL A FUNNY MOUNTAIN? A: HILL-ARIOUS! Q: WHY DID THE DINOSAUR CROSS THE ROAD? A: THE CHICKEN WAS NOT BORN YET! Q: HOW DO YOU FIX A CRACKED PUMPKIN? A: WITH A PUMPKIN PATCH!…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU! We love seeing celebs celebrating their birthdays and we know you do too! Here are three of our fave stars on their special day... LOL LOL LOL HAHA! THANKS TO ELISE FROM MONA VALE, NSW FOR EMAILING THIS TO US! SEND YOUR PICS TO: ITGIRL@NUCLEAR.COM.AU SO RANDOM ♥ When hippos are upset, their sweat turns red. ♥ An arctophile is a person who loves and collects teddy bears. ♥ During your lifetime you will have spent around thirty-eight whole days brushing your teeth. Lol! WE LOVE THE LITTLE MERMAID SHEET MASK, $3, KMART.COM.AU TREND -O- METER HOT ♥ The winter school holidays are here! Bring on the sleep-ins. ♥ The Barbie movie is finally in cinemas! ♥ Miraculous fans get excited! The new Ladybug…