Search engines are a fine place to start a search of the Internet, but often the results are unsatisfactory. Besides, the Internet isn't the only place to find information. Our library has gathered together some great resources for you to use to find the information you need.

Online Databases 

Ericson Public Library subscribes and pays for several online resources so that you can access them for free. 

All you need is to login.  Please see the specific database for login instructions

Use EBSCOhost to find magazine articles and other information resources.
Use EBSCOhost Auto Repair Reference Center to help with Repair Procedures, wiring diagrams, maintenance intervals, service bulletins and recalls and so much more for all your auto repair troubles
Use AtoZ Maps Online for finding maps and county information.
Use AtoZtheUSA for finding state, county and city information.
Use Global Road Warrior to find world and country information.
Use  A to Z World Travel to find information on worldwide travel.
Use A to Z World Culture to find essays in religion, folklore, cuisine, government and more worldwide.
Complete Listing by Topic

 Recommended Links

• Use Iowa Locator or WorldCat to find books, CDs, DVDs and other items in libraries
• Use HealthInfoIowa to start your search for health information
• Iowa Heritage Project and Iowa Publications Online can help you dig deep into all things Iowa
• Complete Listing by Topic

Use the links at the left to find the information you need.

"Knowledge is of two kinds. We know a subject ourselves, or we know where we can find information on it." -Samuel Johnson