Boutot (Texas State U.) and Myles, chief of programs for the Autism Society of America, present an introductory textbook on the range of disorders for pre-service and in-service teachers seeking a deeper understanding of autism and a clear explanation of intervention strategies. It can be used for special and general education courses or for courses in related fields such as psychology and speech pathology that touch on the autism spectrum lightly. Each chapter starts with learning objectives and case studies and ends with a summary, review questions, a list of key terms, and Internet and print resources. Among the topics are assessment for the purpose of instructional planning, evidence-based education practices, working with families, applied behavior analysis, social challenges of children and youth with autism spectrum disorders, assistive technology, and transition and adulthood. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)