Almost Time Book Journal - Sugaring Season in New England

2020 Edition
Only Copy Available

This beautiful 2020 printing of Almost Time by Gary D. Schmidt and Elizabeth Stickney, illustrated by G. Brian Karas, captures the quiet magic of sugaring season in New England. Following a young boy as the maple trees wait for the right moment to flow, the story celebrates patience, family tradition, and the gentle rhythms of late winter turning toward spring. Set against rolling snowy landscapes and tapped sugar maples, the illustrations feel especially close to home here in Vermont.

This is the only copy available, now thoughtfully handcrafted into a one of a kind journal. All pages from the original story remain preserved among smooth, acid-free writing paper, allowing the spirit of this beautifully grounded tale to accompany your own reflections. The serene cover art featuring sap buckets lining a snowy sugarbush brings a peaceful, nostalgic presence to this unique keepsake.

This journal makes a meaningful gift for maple lovers, Vermont enthusiasts, nature journalers, families who honor seasonal traditions, and anyone drawn to stories of patience and place. It is ideal for journaling, sketching outdoor observations, recording family traditions, or capturing quiet moments inspired by the changing seasons.

As with every Red Barn Collections journal, this piece carries the authentic character of its original printing and the careful craftsmanship that gives previously loved books new life.

SIZE: 11.25” x 8”
2020 Printing

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• 72+ journal pages
• 24# acid free paper
• The entire story is included with all children's books
• Sturdy antique brass metal coil, allows journal to lay flat
• Handcrafted with love