The sequel to , continues the Living Wild Side by Side series with an animal's-eye perspective on deforestation, habitat destruction, and human development. Drawing on the real-world threats and opportunities that backyard species encounter, this illustrated chapter book inspires readers in Grades 2 and 3 to put themselves in the animals' pawprints. Additional curriculum enhancements and extension activities, as well as a dyslexia-friendly font, make this series a Common-Core-friendly, easy way for teachers or homeschoolers to integrate as part of literature, science, or social studies courses.