Innehållsförteckning för December 2015 från It GiRL

Hi girls, Can you believe Christmas is next month? It’s come around quickly, but don’t worry - the trusty team here at It GiRL headquarters are always prepared! We’ve been busy putting together our annual Christmas Wish List, so you still have plenty of time to decide what you’ll be asking Santa for this year. Also, as you may have noticed, our cover star this month is none other than the amazing and talented Taylor Swift. We’re totally excited that Tay will be in town later this month for the Australian leg of The 1989 World Tour, but we also think that Taylor is just an all-round top gal. She’s friendly to everyone, loyal to her pals, hardworking and isn’t afraid to laugh at her own expense - what’s not…

FULL NAME: Jelena Noura Hadid BORN: April 23, 1995 FUN FACTS: Gigi is a nickname her mother used to call her when she young She is half Dutch and half Palestinian Her best friend is Kendall Jenner, and she’s also close pals with Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez She used to date Cody Simpson and now dates Joe Jonas (he’s Nick Jonas’ older brother) She plays ‘Slay Z’ in Taylor Swift’s ‘Bad Blood’ music video BABY MODELLING DAYS Gigi Hadid was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, USA. Her mum, Yolanda Foster is a former model (beauty runs in the family!) and her dad, Mohammed Hadid is a real estate developer. Gigi was a child model, appearing in a Baby Guess campaign when she was two, but she doesn’t…

1 Draw a square and up the top write MATCH. MATCH stands for Mansion, Attic, Toilet, Caravan and House. Down the right side write down four boys’ names, along the bottom jot down four numbers and down the left side write down four types of vehicles. 2 Inside the square draw a swirl until one of your friends says stop. Or if you’re by yourself count to five before stopping. 3 Count the lines of the swirl – the number you get is your number for the game. 4 Start up the top at the letter M and count your number around the square crossing off a name, letter or number as you count to your number. For example if your number is 7 then you will count like this:…

ALL ABOUT THE... Sugar Glider Sugar Gliders are found in Australia, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. They are marsupials like a kangaroo or wombat. They get their name from their love of sweet food, and their ability to glide from tree to tree using the webbed area between their body and back legs, along with their tail. They can be kept as pets, but you have to get special permission and a licence to own one of these critters. They are very social animals and enjoy the company of people. IT’S A DOG’S WORLD! Entertaining A Dog’s World brings fine dining to you and your canine friend. This book is filled with yummy recipes that you and your doggy pals can share and enjoy! Plus, this book was published to…

1 When you get together, you usually: a Watch movies and chill out b Listen to music and dance c Go outside and do stuff like ride your bikes together 2 At school, you both look forward to: a Lunch b Sport day c Art class 3 You both love snacking on: a Pizza b Chips c Ice cream 4 You both love wearing: a Thongs b Sneakers c Sandals 5 You both prefer to wear your hair: a Out and loose b Up in a ponytail c In a bun or braid 6 You guys are best described as: a Easygoing b Funny c The same 7 Your dream holiday is: a Hollywood b Paris c Hawaii 8 You like to write letters in: a Whatever b Textas c…

How did you land such an awesome job? “I answered an ad that had a little picture of Mickey Mouse on it. I went in for an interview and it was for an assistant position and I got the job! So I started as an assistant and worked my way up!” Is there a Disney short film that you didn't work on but secretly wish you did? “I love them all, it’s so hard to pick! I just think the shorts bring something different. The ones that I love the most are the ones with music.” Other than shorts, you have also worked on Disney films. Do you have a favourite one you worked on? “Beauty and the Beast. I love everything about that film. I love Belle, she’s strong…

MUST-READ BOOKS The Fourteenth Summer of Angus Jack Jen Storer Since moving to Australia with their father, Angus, Jack and his sister, Martha, have moved house constantly. They end up living next door to a peculiar old lady called Reafen, who is a second-hand dealer. She seems harmless enough, but who is she really and how did she get all the weird stuff in her shop? The Mapmaker Chronicles: Breath of the Dragon A.L. Tait Quinn, Ash, Zain and the crew of the Libertas are racing against the clock to get back to Verdania before the King's deadline. Will they make it in time? Will they win the race to the end of the world? Read it to find out! Curiosity House: The Shrunken Head Lauren Oliver & H.C. Chester…

MINECRAFT NEWS Legendary crafting game 'Minecraft' is going into virtual reality. We’re excited to reveal that the game will be coming to the amazing Oculus Rift virtual reality headset in 2016. PC gamers will also be able to enjoy five-person multiplayer with console gamers. DISNEY MAGIC The upcoming epic RPG 'Kingdom Hearts III' unfolds in worlds and with characters from the Disney Universe, usually focused on the older cartoons. However, we’ve just got word there will be a world based on the recent Big Hero 6 film. ACTION PACKED Fans of action-adventures should definitely start looking forward to March. Sony has just revealed that 'Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End' will be hitting the PlayStation 4 on March 18. As one of the best series of all time, we totally cannot…

NEW STYLE BOUTIQUE 2 - FASHION FORWARD (3DS) Do you have what it takes to style a whole town worth of people so that they can be the most glamorous people in the city? Imagine running a fashion shop. You have access to over 19,000 bits of clothing and accessories, and when a customer walks through the door, it’s up to you to listen to what they want and make them as happy as possible using your styling skills. That is the core gameplay of this great series, and exactly what you need to do in New Style Boutique 2. You are the number one fashion store in Beaumonde City and the people are depending on you. This is obviously not an action or adventure game, but you do need…

Q: WHAT IS IT CALLED WHEN A CAT WINS A DOG SHOW? A: A CAT-HAS-TROPHE! Q: WHAT DO LAWYERS WEAR TO COURT? A: A LAWSUIT! Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL A FUNNY MOUNTAIN? A: HILL-ARIOUS! Q: WHAT DO YOU GET WHEN YOU CROSS A FRIDGE WITH A RADIO? A: COOL MUSIC. Q: WHY DID THE BOY THROW THE CLOCK OUT OF THE WINDOW? A: HE WANTED TO SEE TIME FLY. Q: WHEN DO YOU STOP AT GREEN AND GO AT RED? A: WHEN YOU’RE EATING A WATERMELON. Q: WHY DID THE BABY STRAWBERRY CRY? A: BECAUSE HIS PARENTS WERE IN A JAM. Q: WHAT DID THE HAMBURGER NAME HIS DAUGHTER? A: PATTY! Q: WHAT DID THE ALIEN SAY TO THE GARDEN? A: TAKE ME TO YOUR WEEDER.…

LETTER WE LOVE THIS MONTH Dear It GiRL, I am a big fan of your mag but there is one thing I don’t like about it, and that is that there aren’t enough pages. I always feel sad when I get to The Last Page because I know that I’m at the end. I think lots of your readers would agree with me when I say that WE WANT MORE! I just can’t get enough every month. Thanks for making the coolest mag in the world! SALINA, 12, BRISBANE, QLD To It GiRL, I’ve only been reading It GiRL for a little while and I love it! My mum bought it for me so I could read it on the plane when we went to Tasmania and I have bought…

1 Surprise her with a trip to Hollywood so she can spend a day on the set of her favourite TV show. 2 Buy her that cute little pet she’s been dreaming of calling her own. 3 Organise a fun pamper day where you sit on big cushions, eat yummy snacks and give each other relaxing face masks. 4 Invite her favourite singer to come and perform at her next birthday party. 5 Get her a jumping castle, a fairy floss machine and a unicorn (of course!) for both of you to enjoy on the weekends. 6 Organise a shopping spree where she has two hours to buy as many things as she possibly can. 7 Give her a years supply of her favourite yummy treat. 8 Make sure she…

ARIANA’S DONUT SHOP SHAME When Ariana Grande and her friends were caught goofing around in a donut shop in California, Ariana was completely embarrassed and horrified by the situation. “I was so disgusted with myself that I wanted to shove my face in a pillow and disappear,” the star said after seeing the video. “I’m going to own up to what I did and take responsibility and say I’m sorry,” she added. It’s never easy to own up to your mistakes, but Ariana wanted her fans to know that she really regrets her behaviour. WHY WAS TAYLOR WALKING BACKWARDS? Sometimes even the nicest stars need a break from the paparazzi. When Taylor Swift was snapped walking backwards down a hill during a recent hike, her fans were left a little…

sagittarius NOV 22 - DEC 21 YOU: You’ve been putting in the hard work at school, so you should look forward to good results at the end of the year. THIS MONTH: Keep that secret 'cause your friend is totally counting on you. Ask yourself, is it worth losing her trust by blabbing her secret? DESTINY: Putting in extra effort for someone means a surprise is in store for you. Polish that halo and put in some good karma! FAMOUS SAGITTARIUS: Laura Marano - her birthday is November 29, 1995. All About Sagittarius... THEY ARE: Giving, witty and a little bit blunt. THEIR PLANET: Jupiter SAGITTARIUS FACT: The lucky stones for this sign is the Amethyst and Topaz. SAGITTARIUS FRIENDS... Are uplifting and spread happiness and laughter amongst their friends.…

COOL AND CONFIDENT WHAT FASHION MEANS TO HER... “For me, fashion is that awesome way to express yourself. I feel like the way you express yourself on the outside has a lot to do with the way you are on the inside.” HER SUMMER BEAUTY TIP... “During the summer, I think it’s important to keep your look natural and fresh.” ON REAL BEAUTY... “I’m finding beauty from within. It doesn’t matter how thin or how pretty or whatever. If I don’t feel it, I’m not going to see it in myself.” GET HER LOOK Steal Demi’s style with these fun fashion finds... DEMI’S Beauty Bag “I like to spice things up with a bit of colour because I’m more bubbly these days.”…

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 OUT NOVEMBER 19 The final chapter of The Hunger Games is finally here! Katniss teams up with her closest friends, including Peeta, Gale and Finnick, for the ultimate mission. Together they leave District 13 and risk their lives in an attempt to once and for all get rid of President Snow. Hotel Transylvania 2 NOVEMBER 26 Now that Dracula has opened the Hotel Transylvania’s doors to humans, things are changing for the better; however, Drac is secretly worried that his half-human grandson, Dennis, isn’t showing his vampire side. So, while Mavis and Johnny are away, Drac puts him through a “monster-in-training” boot camp. FUN BITES The latest movie ...goss • The third Divergent movie will be split into two - Allegiant and Ascendant. This…

LATEST MUSIC OUT NOW! Little Mix GET WEIRD ALBUM We so cannot wait for this album! Get Weird is the third studio album by British girl band Little Mix, and according to the girls the album is worth the wait. "You guys have been so patient waiting for this," said the band. "We cannot wait for you to hear Get Weird... hope you love it!" Jessica Mauboy THIS AIN'T LOVE SINGLE The new song by Jessica Mauboy, has exploded onto the radios and into our ears, and we love it! Jessica flew all the way to London to record This Ain't Love and her upcoming new album. "Going away on my own was so important for this song and album," said Jess. The Vamps WAKE UP SINGLE The Vamps are…

ALL PROMOTIONS 1. Information on how to enter and prizes form part of the conditions of entry. Entry into issue 41 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 05/11/15 at 9am EST and close on 17/12/15 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 18/12/15 at 5pm unless otherwise stated on the promotion. 4. Prizes are…

FACT FILE AGE:12 BIRTHDAY: September 13, 2003 NICKNAMES: Elsa SIBLINGS: A little sister PETS: A dog named Jasper FAVE COLOUR: Turquoise FAVE SINGER: Taylor Swift FAVE ANIMAL: Horse fun facts: • I can peel a banana with my toes • I’m double jointed in three of my fingers • By the time I was six years old I had lived in three states • My fave sandwich filling is peanut butter and honey mixed together All About Me MY FAVOURITE THING ABOUT SCHOOL is seeing my friends every day, and my least favourite thing is homework! I PLAY NETBALL with all of my best friends. I also take acrobatics lessons once a week. I practice almost every day, so hopefully I will move up a level soon! MY BEST FRIEND…

MINIONS MADNESS Kevin, Stuart and Bob embark upon a thrilling journey that ultimately leads them to their next potential master, Scarlet Overkill, the world’s first female super-villain. Join the trio on their travels as they face their biggest challenge to date: saving all of Minionkind from total destruction! We have 10 copies of Minions on DVD to give away! BLOOMING WONDERFUL! The latest flower fashion activity is back with series two and it’s glitterised! Yep, now you can create gorgeous flower fashion accessories with the Bloom Pops Glitter range! We have three Bloom Pops Glitter prize packs to give away. Each pack includes, 1 x Glitter ‘n Display Creator, 1 x Glitter Hair Pack, 1 x Glitter Jewellery Pack and 1 x Glitter Theme Pack. SNAP HAPPY! Fujifilm Instax Mini…

SELENA LIKES TO KEEP FIT Selena Gomez loves to exercise and keep fit. “I started doing Pilates,” she dished. “I love the active movement in Pilates. And sometimes I will just run on the treadmill.” Exercise isn’t the only thing Selena does to unwind, the star also likes to get busy in the kitchen! “I love cooking. That makes me feel very calm, and it makes me feel like a normal person.” KENDALL TALKS ABOUT FAME Kendall Jenner recently talked about how she handles the pressures of fame. “My little sister and I grew with the fame that we got,” she explained. “We got used to it at a really easy pace. It’s kind of been normal since we were babies.” HARRY’S PICNIC FOR ONE Harry Styles is a big…

ON HOW SHE IS SIMILAR TO HER CHARACTER, MAVIS… “You know, I think she’s fearless. She’s not afraid to take chances and fall in love, which I think is totally admirable. She just really cares and has fun; I’m definitely not as cool as Mavis, but I’d love to be her.” ON HER FAVE MOMENTS IN THE MOVIE… “I loved the scenes where Mavis is with her son Dennis, ‘cause I just think you see a tend , softer side to her and she’s responsible as an adult. I like that, it’s very charming.” ON FAMILY… “Dracula brings everyone together - so extended family, whether they’re Frankenstein or the Wolf Gang - everyone kind of comes together under one roof and I think that’s sweet. That’s a cultural thing in…

DREAMCATCHER WHAT YOU NEED: A PAPER PLATESTRINGCOLOURFUL BEADSFEATHERSA HOLE PUNCHERPEN WHAT IS A DREAMCATCHER? Dreamcatchers represent a spider’s web with a hole in the centre. The web catches bad dreams which then melt the next morning in the sunlight, and the good dreams pass through the centre hole and then travel down the feathers. It is best to hang your dreamcatcher near your bed or next to your window so it can catch your dreams. STEP 1: Cut out the centre of your plate. Then, using your pen, mark out eight evenly-spaced spots around the diameter of the plate. Take your hole puncher and use it to press holes over these markings. STEP 2: Pull your string through one of the holes and then diagonally criss-cross it back and forth…

Go boho this spring! Show off your laid-back vibe - like Victoria Justice - with a floral headband which is perfect for spring! It works with any hair type and adds a girly, hippy touch with very little effort! Plus, the bohemian look is so hot right now, so you’ll be totally on-trend! This pretty in pink set contains three bath fizzes shaped like cupcakes. Totes cute! Chi Chi Bath Bomb Set, $9.95 available at Myer and Target The So...? fragrance is the original fragrance of the So...? range. It has a classic scent of vanilla, sandalwood, amber and tangerine. Yum! So...? 50ml Eau de Toilette and 75ml Body Fragrance pack, $19.95, available at Priceline This is an awesome all over face and body tint. It’s light and natural looking…

ALL THE LATEST DVDS Minions Out Nov 2 Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlett Overkill, a super-villain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world. Join the loveable trio as they face their biggest challenge to date: saving all of Minionkind from annihilation. Monster High Fangtastic Double Pack Out Now From creepy cool dances to extrascaricular activities like Fear Squad and Dodgeskull, don't miss any of the spooky action with two all-new adventures, Scaremester Collection and New Ghould At School. Walt Disney Animation Studios Short Films Collection Out Oct 6 This DVD is jam-packed with an extraordinary collection of award-winning Walt Disney short films, such as the much-loved Disney short Frozen Fever. Also features introductions to the shorts by the filmmakers…

SABRINA LEARNS A LESSON! Sabrina Carpenter reveals how she once gave in to peer pressure and how she has learnt her lesson... Girl Meets World star, Sabrina Carpenter reveals a time when she knew it was a bad decision, but she made it anyway. “One time, we were filming Girl Meets World, and we knew we weren't supposed to go up on the studio's roof because it's dangerous” she said. “But we went up anyway. Was that dumb? It was dumb." Just two years later, Sabrina would never do that again. “Peer pressure is about being in control of your life. Don't let anyone else control you.” NEW MOVIE! Invisible Sister is the new Disney Channel movie which stars, Rowan Blanchard from Girl Meets World, and Paris Berelc from Mighty…

THE LATEST NEWS A few of Nintendo’s most exciting games have been delayed till early 2016 to make sure they are just right. This includes Star Fox Zero (Wii U) and Sonic Boom: Fire & Ice (3DS). Thankfully, one of the most exciting upcoming releases – Yo-Kai Watch (3DS) – has been moved forward and will be with us on December 5. Tune in next month for more. Incredibly cute strategy game Pikmin is getting a sequel. We don’t know anything about Pikmin 4 just yet, but apparently it is close to completion. Woo hoo! We’ve got some surprising news about the upcoming Hyrule Warriors Legends for 3DS. The 3D feature will only work on the New 3DS and New 3DS XL, not the older handhelds. Pokémon Go will be…

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