If you choose to leave the sushi making to the professionals you don't have to leave the kids at home. Most sushi restaurants offer a variety of food choices, both sushi and other Japanese dishes that will satisfy the family.

For a sweet treat, try a sweet potato roll - the tempura battered sweet potato almost caramelizes for a dessert-style taste. Many menus feature a chicken tempura roll, which is basically white chicken meat wrapped in rice, perfect for chicken nugget fans.

The trick to sushi for kids is moderation, don't let them go overboard on the raw fish and you'll be doing well for their health and your wallet! Remember that sushi making can be fun for the whole family when you have a sushi night at home.