The internet does make it easier for kids who have internet access, self drive and time. Many poor children don't though and can't get to the library. They may also be responsible for younger siblings and most of the housework (this is not limited to poor kids). They may also be in an environment where study is considered laziness. I have met adults who don't read because when they were kids every time they sat down to read they were handed a cloth and told 'if you have time to read you have time to clean...'. Mentoring these kids parents is probably not going to change. I have wondered about a gifted version of Big brothers and Sisters though.