Kiddush and Kriat Shema on Simchat Torah

Kiddush - Siddur Page 329

When saying the blessing of Shehechiyanu at the end of the Kiddush on Simchat Torah night, one should bear in mind that the blessing is not only on the holiday but also on the Torah itself. For this reason, some say that it is best for every man to make his own Kiddush on the night of Simchat Torah rather than listen to a Kiddush said by someone else.

Kriat Shema

“It is known to all that when reciting the verse of Shema Yisrael before going to sleep on Simchat Torah, one should accept upon himself to be completely devoted to spreading Torah with self-sacrifice of his body, spirit, and soul. In fact, this must become the very essence of his being.”