Poems – William Blake

Poem – The Poison Tree

I was angry with my friend;
I told my wrath, my wrath did end.
I was angry with my foe:
I told it not, my wrath did grow.

And I waterd it in fears,
Night & morning with my tears:
And I sunned it with smiles,
And with soft deceitful wiles.

And it grew both day and night.
Till it bore an apple bright.
And my foe beheld it shine,
And he knew that it was mine.

And into my garden stole,
When the night had veild the pole;
In the morning glad I see;
My foe outstretched beneath the tree.

–William Blake

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The “Poison Tree” is a powerful poem that teaches important lessons about anger and its consequences. The worksheet, contain activities that encourages children developing their creative and critical thinking skills. These activities provide a platform for reflection and discussion, allowing children to connect with the poem on a personal level and apply its teachings to their own lives.